Songwriters Can’t Sue Without Copyright Certificate says U.S. Supreme Court, RIAA Cries Foul
In a rare unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that applying for a copyright is not enough to so sue someone for copyright infringement. It currently can take. Continue reading
5 Artists Sue Sony, Universal, For Copyright Infringement
Historically, record labels have made every effort too keep as much revenue as they could for themselves, and paid artist the minimum amount possible, but as the music industry has. Continue reading
Article 13 Moves Forward As France, Germany Sign On
Article 13 is moving forward to full adoption after France and Germany signed on to a revised version. The on again off again controversial EU copyright directive legislation is set. Continue reading
Registering Your Band Name, Logo
Even in the early stages of brand development, it's a good practice for bands or solo artists to take the time to register their name, and any particular logos associated. Continue reading
How Should Remixers Be Compensated?
Copyright and publishing law is complex enough, but once remixed enter into the equation, the amount of gray area can often double. Here Chris Robley details some of the complications. Continue reading
SoundRoyalties Opens Nashville Office, Networking Space
[UPDATED] Sound Royalties has added a Nashville location. To oversee the expansion of the music industry specialty finance firm, Sound Royalties’ CEO and Founder Alex Heiche is now operating full. Continue reading
Royalty Exchange Passes $50 Million Paid Milestone
Royalty Exchange announced this week that it had paid out over $50 million from 535 royalty transactions in the three years since the company relaunched in 2016. 255 investors participated. Continue reading
