Support Copyright Office Legislation And Call Congress

Here Chris Castle urges readers to support new bipartisan legislation making the Librarian of Congress a presidential appointment, as well as bringing about several other badly needed fixes to the. Continue reading

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Bill Introduced That Will Politicize U.S. Copyright Office

Rep. Bob Goodlatte and U.S. congressional leaders have promised copyright reform; and if a new bill just introduced is any indication, that will mean putting more control in the hands. Continue reading

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How To Find Co-Writers You Love Writing With

Although it can be incredibly rewarding, co-writing songs is often a tedious, unproductive, and awkward experience, particularly if you don't mesh well with your songwriting partner. This article offers some useful advice on how. Continue reading

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7 Mistakes Songwriters Make When Registering With A PRO

Registering your work with a Performing Rights Organization is a good idea, but if you make the wrong mistake or omit certain details, you could be cheating yourself out of. Continue reading

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What Do Musicians Get Paid For Radio Play? This Chart Show How Messed Up The Current System Is

At a recent House Judiciary Committee hearing with the Register of Copyrights, "Fair Play Fair Pay Act" cosponsor Ted Deutch and the MusicFirst Coalition unveiled an infographic that shows how. Continue reading

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Leveling The Playing Field With The Fair Play Fair Pay Act

Fair play, fair pay. It’s a simple concept.  And we’re finally seeing it applied in a comprehensive bill legislating pay parity for music creators.

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Pandora Joins Internet Trade Association, Hires New D.C. Lobbyists

by Alec Byers POLITICO’s in “Morning Tech”. Pandora – and most of the music industry – has a big year ahead of it as D.C. grapples with several music policy. Continue reading

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Important Congressional Music Licensing Hearings Today

Today, the U.S. House Judiciary Committee chaired by Bob Goodlatte (R – VA) begins the first of two important hearings on music licensing. The arguments will shape copyright reform and. Continue reading

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