PRS For Music Responds To Bobby Valentino’s Allegations Of Improper Accounting
UK musican Bobby Valentino has gone public with allegations that UK collection society PRS for Music, is providing incorrect accounting of collected funds. Use of their figures may have also. Continue reading
Violinist Bobby Valentino Alleges Shady Accounting By The UK’s PRS For Music
[Updated] One of the strongest arguments against such binaries as the Music Industry (including artists) vs. Tech Companies is the long history of music companies ripping off musicians through lack. Continue reading
Why Songwriting Contests Matter: An Interview With ISC’s Candace Avery
Songwriting competitions can provide huge opportunities for songwriters of every genre. In addition to the potential cash prizes and publishing deals that come along with doing well, songwriters get their. Continue reading
The Week In Music Publishing 6.22.12
Universal Music Group (UMG) and the National Music Publishers Association (NMPA) have announced a deal to pay independent publishers for the use of their music in videos streamed on VEVO. Continue reading
VEVO To Finally Begin Paying Independent Publishers
Yesterday, we reported to you that the U.S. National Music Publisher’s Association (NMPA) and their CEO David Israelite recently called for reform in the way publishers license digital content, particular. Continue reading
Publishers Demand VEVO Pays Up
During a recent annual general meeting of the U.S. National Music Publishers Association, CEO David Israelite called for reform in the way publishers license digital content, as well as several. Continue reading
The Week In Music Publishing 6.15.12
At the annual General Meeting of the National Music Publishers' Association, David Israelite renewed his calls to Congress to introduce a more efficient mechanical licensing system. He also took aim. Continue reading
YouTube Reaches Deals With Major Music Publishers, Promises Expanded Content & Payments
YouTube yesterday announced deals with major music publishers including rBMG Rights Management, Christian Copyright Solutions, ABKCO Music, Inc., Songs Music Publishing, Words & Music, Copyright Administration, Music Services, Reservoir Media. Continue reading
The Week In Music Publishing 6.1.12
For the first time in UK history, digital music sales have eclipsed physical sales. According to the BPI (British Recorded Music Industry), digital accounted for 55.5% of trade revenues in. Continue reading
The Week In Music Publishing 5.18.12
Cash Money Records and Young Money Entertainment – home to Lil Wayne – has settled out-of-court with producer David Kirkwood for an undisclosed amount following a suit relating to royalties. Continue reading
