Blubellwood Blog — original music and lyrical works by Michèle Keatley, within an evolving creative studio where music, lyrics, visual art and writing meet.
Selected works explore landscape, memory, emotion and human connection through contemporary indie-folk, art-folk and cinematic soundscapes.
Selected music and lyrical works are available for licensing across film, television, advertising, digital media and other creative projects.
For musicians, selected works may also be available as prepared lyric and chord charts for personal practice, study and permitted non-commercial performance.
Featured Work: “The Curve”
“The Curve” is an intimate contemporary folk piece shaped around a gentle 6/8 pulse, melodic movement and an atmospheric acoustic arrangement. The song explores emotional transition through a restrained, cinematic folk palette.
Genre: Indie Folk / Alternative Pop
Time Signature: 6/8
Tempo: 62 BPM
Key: E Major — Primary
Alternate Key: A Major
Description
The Curve is a cinematic indie-folk love story exploring heartbreak, resilience, nature and the enduring power of human connection.
The arrangement features intimate female vocals, rolling acoustic guitar patterns and atmospheric percussion, creating an emotional soundscape suited to character-driven narratives, reflective moments, nature-inspired storytelling and cinematic scenes.
Lyrics & Composition: Michèle Keatley
Artist: Blubellwood Blog
Credentials: PRS Member | ISC Semi-Finalist | Unsigned Only Music Awards 2026 Runner-up — Lyricist Category
Recognition
Selected recognition for original lyric and songwriting work.
Unsigned Only 2026 — Runner-Up, Lyric
Salt Across The Water
Unsigned Only 2026 — Semi-Finalist
Salt Across The Water
International Songwriting Competition 2025 — Semi-Finalist
Moon In The Water – Author – Lyrics – Michele Keatley | Blubellwood Blog
Vocals Chique
Producer (Gary Cubberley)
The Band (The Songbayteam)
Drums, Keys (Gary Cubberley)
Solo Cello, Olga Cubberley
CHOOSE YOUR LICENSE
Whether you are a musician looking to study and perform The Curve, or a filmmaker, producer or content creator seeking music for a project, there are two ways to access the work:
1. The Musician’s Chart
For personal practice, study and permitted non-commercial performance.
2. Commercial Licensing
For film, television, advertising, digital media and other professional creative projects.
OPTION 1: THE MUSICIAN’S CHART
Personal Use & Practice
Price: £9.99 GBP / $12.99 USD
The Musician’s Chart is a professionally prepared PDF arrangement resource for musicians, singers and songwriters wishing to study, practise and perform The Curve for personal, non-commercial use.
What’s Included
- Complete Lead Sheet PDF
- Complete lyrics, chord progression and song structure
- Two key versions:
- E Major — 6/8 time | 62 BPM (Primary Arrangement)
- A Major — 6/8 time | 62 BPM (Alternate Voicing)
- High-quality PDF suitable for digital use or printing
Permitted Use
- Personal reference and practice
- Acoustic performance in non-commercial settings
- Music education and study
- Creating personal arrangements
Rights Granted
Purchase of the Musician’s Chart does not grant commercial licensing, publishing rights, synchronisation rights, or permission to use the work in film, television, advertising or other revenue-generating media.
This purchase provides personal-use access to The Musician’s Chart for The Curve only.
Credit Required
“Music & Lyrics by Michèle Keatley — Blubellwood Blog”
Purchase
Purchase The Musician’s Chart via WooCommerce
OPTION 2: COMMERCIAL LICENSING
Film | TV | Advertising | Digital Media
For professional projects requiring the use of The Curve, commercial licensing is available through Songbay.
Commercial licensing is intended for projects where the work is used commercially, including:
- Film and television
- Independent films and documentaries
- Advertising campaigns
- YouTube and digital media
- Podcasts
- Multimedia productions
- Creative storytelling projects
Commercial Licensing Through Songbay
Commercial use of The Curve is licensed through Songbay, where the appropriate licence can be selected according to the intended project and use.
Licensing may cover:
- Film and television
- Digital and online media
- Advertising and promotional use
- Broadcast and commercial productions
- Project-specific usage requirements
The applicable rights, permissions, restrictions and licensing terms are determined by the licence selected through Songbay.
[VIEW COMMERCIAL LICENSING OPTIONS ON SONGBAY]
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Ideal Uses
The Curve may suit a range of visual, narrative and creative projects, including:
Film & Television
Emotional storytelling, independent films, documentaries, character moments and reflective sequences.
Advertising & Branding
Nature, wellbeing, relationships, travel, lifestyle and authentic storytelling campaigns.
Digital Media
YouTube, podcasts, online content and independent creative projects.
Music & Performance
Acoustic performance, educational use, arrangement study and personal musical development.
Licensing Terms & Conditions
Rights Retained
Blubellwood Blog and Michèle Keatley retain all copyright and intellectual property rights relating to The Curve, including its lyrics, composition, musical arrangement, recording, artwork and associated creative materials, unless expressly transferred under a separate written agreement.
Purchasing a Musician’s Chart or obtaining a commercial licence does not transfer ownership of the underlying work.
Commercial Licensing Rights
Commercial licences provide permission to use The Curve for the specific purposes and terms agreed through the applicable licence.
Depending on the licence selected, permitted use may include film and television, advertising, digital media, podcasts, online content and other approved creative or multimedia projects.
All commercial use requires an appropriate licence and creator credit.
Rights Not Included Unless Agreed
Unless specifically approved in writing, a licence does not include:
- Transfer of copyright or ownership
- Resale or sub-licensing
- Removal of creator credit
- Unauthorised adaptations or derivative works
- Use outside the purpose, platform, territory or duration agreed under the licence
Non-Exclusive Licensing
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, commercial licences are non-exclusive.
Copyright and ownership remain with Michèle Keatley / Blubellwood Blog, and the work may continue to be licensed for other approved uses, subject to any existing licence agreements.
Performance & Publishing Rights
Where applicable, performance and publishing rights remain with the original creator and are administered through the relevant rights organisations.
Projects requiring additional publishing, broadcast, synchronisation or other rights may require separate permissions or agreements.
Purchase of a Musician’s Chart or a standard commercial licence does not, by itself, transfer ownership of the work.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Generative Technology
Blubellwood Blog supports creative innovation while protecting the rights of original creators.
Unless expressly agreed in writing, licences for The Curve and other creative works do not include permission to:
- Upload lyrics, compositions, chord charts, recordings or other creative materials into AI training systems or datasets
- Use the work as source material for generating AI-derived replacements, adaptations or derivative works
- Use the work to train, fine-tune or develop generative models
- Claim ownership of AI-generated material derived from or substantially based on the original work
AI-assisted projects may be considered individually where the proposed use is transparent, appropriate and agreed in writing in advance.
The underlying copyright and authorship of the original work remain with Michèle Keatley / Blubellwood Blog unless expressly transferred under a separate written agreement.
Creator Credit
Where creator credit is required under the applicable licence, please credit the work as:
Lyrics & Music by Michèle Keatley
Blubellwood Blog
Where space or format permits, the full credit is preferred. Any agreed project-specific credit requirements will be set out in the relevant licence or written agreement.
Non-Exclusive Licensing
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, commercial licences for The Curve are non-exclusive.
This means that licensing the work for one approved project does not transfer copyright or prevent the work from being licensed for other projects.
Michèle Keatley / Blubellwood Blog retains ownership of the original lyrics, composition and associated creative rights.
Where a project requires exclusive use, an exclusive licence may be considered separately, subject to agreed terms covering the scope, duration, territory and intended use.
Performance & Publishing Rights
The underlying lyrics and composition of The Curve remain the intellectual property of Michèle Keatley / Blubellwood Blog unless expressly transferred under a separate written agreement.
Where applicable, performance and publishing rights remain with the original creator and may be administered through the relevant rights organisations.
A licence to use The Curve for a specific project does not, by itself, transfer copyright, publishing ownership or other underlying rights.
Projects requiring additional performance, publishing, broadcast or synchronisation rights may require separate permissions or agreements.
Enquiries & Bespoke Licensing
For specialist projects or licensing requirements outside the standard options, enquiries are welcome.
Bespoke licensing may be considered for film, television, advertising, games, broadcast, digital media and other creative projects, including projects involving AI-assisted production.
Each enquiry can be considered individually, with licensing terms agreed according to the intended use, scope, duration and territory.
For bespoke licensing enquiries, please contact Blubellwood Blog directly with details of the proposed project and intended use of the work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use The Curve in a commercial film, television programme or advertisement?
Yes, subject to the appropriate commercial licence. The licence required will depend on the nature, scope and intended use of the project.
Can I perform The Curve after purchasing the Musician’s Chart?
Yes. The Musician’s Chart is intended for personal practice, study and permitted non-commercial performance. Commercial performance or other revenue-generating use requires the appropriate licence.
Can I create my own arrangement of The Curve?
Yes, for personal study, practice and permitted non-commercial performance. Commercial arrangements, adaptations or derivative works require prior written permission and may require an additional licence.
Can I modify the lyrics?
Not without prior written permission from Michèle Keatley. Any approved adaptation or modification would need to be agreed in writing.
Can I request an exclusive licence?
Yes. Exclusive licensing may be considered for suitable projects and would be subject to separate terms covering the agreed scope, duration, territory and intended use.
Can I use the work in an AI-assisted project?
AI-assisted projects may be considered individually. Use of the original lyrics, composition, recordings or other creative materials for AI training, datasets or the creation of derivative material is not included unless expressly agreed in writing.
Who owns the copyright?
Copyright and ownership of the original lyrics, composition and associated creative work remain with Michèle Keatley / Blubellwood Blog unless expressly transferred under a separate written agreement.
How To Licence
There are two ways to access The Curve, depending on how you intend to use the work.
Musician’s Chart
For musicians, singers and songwriters wishing to study, practise or perform The Curve for personal or permitted non-commercial use, the Musician’s Chart is available to purchase through the Blubellwood Blog website.
Price: £9.99 GBP / $12.99 USD
The Musician’s Chart provides the lyrics, chord progression, song structure and lead sheet in the available key versions.
[PURCHASE THE MUSICIAN’S CHART]
Commercial Licensing
For film, television, advertising, digital media, podcasts and other professional creative projects, commercial licensing is available through Songbay.
Choose the appropriate licence according to your intended use and project requirements.
[VIEW COMMERCIAL LICENSING OPTIONS ON SONGBAY] https://songbay.co/portfolio/100051/
For projects requiring specialist or bespoke licensing, including exclusive use or unusual production requirements, please contact Blubellwood Blog directly.
Before Licensing
Please ensure that the intended use of The Curve is covered by the licence selected. If you are unsure which option is appropriate, or your project requires rights beyond the standard licensing terms, please contact Blubellwood Blog before using the work commercially.
More Music & Lyrics Coming
The Curve is part of an evolving body of original music and lyrical work by Michèle Keatley / Blubellwood Blog.
Further songs, lyrics and arrangements will be added as they develop, alongside selected opportunities for licensing and creative collaboration.
The work continues to move between words, music, landscape, memory and atmosphere — allowing each piece to find its own form.
More music and lyrics will be coming soon.
©Blubellwood Blog – Michèle Keatley
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