Neighboring rights pay performers and recording owners when music is played on radio, TV, and in public venues internationally. Learn what they are, where they apply, who qualifies, and how to start collecting.
Learn what SoundExchange collects, who qualifies, and how to register to start collecting your digital performance royalties from internet radio, satellite radio, and non-interactive streaming services.
Compare ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, and GMR side by side. Learn what PROs do, how they differ in cost, payment speed, and international reach, plus step-by-step registration instructions for songwriters and publishers.
Everything independent artists need to know about mechanical royalties in 2026. Learn what they are, how rates work, the role of the MLC and Harry Fox Agency, and step-by-step instructions to collect every penny.
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Understand how music publishing works, the difference between mechanical and performance royalties, types of publishing deals, and how to collect every penny you are owed as a songwriter. Includes real numbers and actionable registration steps.
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A contemporary music university in London, founded in 1986 as The Guitar Institute. Offers BA (Hons), BMus, CertHE, MA, and MMus degrees in performance, songwriting, music production, music business, and music psychology. UK undergraduate fees are £9,790 per year (2026/27). International students pay £12,250 per year with the Creative Development Scholarship. Campuses in London, Liverpool, Leeds, and Glasgow. Known for small class sizes and 1-to-1 tuition.
PPCA (Phonographic Performance Company of Australia) is a non-profit organization that licenses recorded music and music videos for public performance and broadcast in Australia. In 2023-24 it collected AUD $62.1 million in revenue and distributed $48.4 million to 4,170 licensors and 5,642 registered artists. CEO Annabelle Herd leads the organization's ongoing campaign to remove statutory radio royalty caps.
PPI is Ireland's neighboring rights organization collecting license fees for the broadcasting, cable transmission, dubbing, and public performance of sound recordings. In 2024 it collected EUR 13.87 million in turnover and distributed EUR 7.93 million to member companies and performers.
