how do copyright permission systems for content hosting sites work?

Question

I am wondering about subscription sites that host content, like recorded performances from concerts. I'm sure there is a tangle of copyright permissions that must be granted for these video/audio files to be hosted.

For example, if a band plays a cover of another band's song, permission must be obtained from not only the band that performed, but the band that owns the song. Perhaps even from the venue that hosted the performance, to record the video and post the content.

I am curious how websites that host content like this work. How might an automated copyright system work to keep track of who has ownership of certain performances and obtain permission from said owners to record and post their content.

Answer 1

Law questions depend entirely upon the locations involved and can vary a lot. You really need to see a lawyer about this.

That said though, if you are just interested in the answer but do not plan on ever making or using a website that does what you have suggested then and only then can an answer that you read on the internet be helpful.

Once again, go and find a lawyer who has experience in this area and talk to them.