AllTrack Launches Mechanical Rights Division
The U.S.-based collection society, which was recently accepted into CISAC, is expanding its services beyond performance royalty collection. …
The MLC Partners With Beatdapp to Fight Streaming Fraud
The MLC has pulled in the independent experts at Beatdapp to supplement the internal process it already has in place to curb fraud. …
Legal Fights, Transparency & Neutrality: DiMA’s CEO On Improvements Streamers Suggest for the MLC
“We are robust in defending the MMA,” DiMA president/CEO Graham Davies says. “We’ve got some things to resolve, but we can do those while working with the MLC.” …
‘Landmark Victory’: Copyright Office Finalizes Rule Change On Streaming Royalties
The new rule clears up uncertainty about who gets paid streaming royalties when songwriters take back their music rights – a trickier question than it sounds. …
As Big Labels and Publishers Lose Market Power, They Are Pushing to Change Rules on Royalties (Guest Column)
The majors’ share of the streaming market is slowly slipping. But some newer industry rules will favor them — at the expense of independent and DIY artists and songwriters. …
Publishers and Songwriters Are Due Hundreds of Millions in Additional Royalties. When Will They See That Money?
The MLC reports more than $400 million in adjusted royalties were underpaid between 2018 and 2022, but the actual amount still left to be paid out is likely smaller. …
MLC and DLC Begin First Re-Designation Process Since MMA Passage
This process, which will occur every five years, allows the U.S. Copyright Office to assess the MLC and DLC’s operations. …