The reserve amount is usually paid out, or liquidated , within one to two years after it is held. And, when it does come in, have fun splitting that among the four or five members of the band. Reality sets in. That's the way the economics of the music industry work, my dear. And remember, the numbers I have been using are lower than what they would really be.
Some videos shoot for several hundred thousand dollars.
You may have one saving grace, however. I'll talk about that next time. As always, feedback is welcome.