Songwriters Hall Of Fame Announces 2019 Nominees
The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced its 2019 nominees and they include Chrissie Hynde, Tom T. Hall, Missy Elliot, John Prine and Vince Gill among others. Successful nominees will. Continue reading
Rocket Songs Is A Marketplace Of Original Songs
Jonathan Stone of original song marketplace Rocket Songs joins Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on the Music Biz Weekly podcast. Music publishing is a multi-billion dollar industry that has been mostly. Continue reading
Songwriters Cry Foul As SESAC, HFA Propose Changes That Could Sink Music Modernization Act
Two major songwriter organizations are crying foul after the Harry Fox Agency and SESAC proposed changes to the Music Modernization Act that the trade groups believe could scuttle or at. Continue reading
Songwriters Guild President Testifies On Need for Copyright Small Claims Court [Video]
In this video Rick Carnes, president of the songwriters guild, gives testimony on the need for a small claims court for copyright infringement, something which the recent CASE act would. Continue reading
Radio Royalty Rate Decision Could Soon Affect Songwriters Incomes
The latest chapter in an ever-raging battle between performance rights organizations and radio to set rates for music use on radio i has BMI and RMLC headed to Rate Court,. Continue reading
Don’t Let Tax Day Leave You Singing The Blues: A Message For Songwriters, Musicians
While tax season is dreaded by many, it can be a particularly trying time for those making a living in the music business. In fact some artists simply don't bother. Continue reading
Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame Nominees 2018 + Voting Info
24 top Latin songwriters have been nominated to fill 6 slots in the Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame. Voting is open to the public here until midnight on April 15. The full list. Continue reading
Today Is Last Day To Opt In To Facebook Music Licensing Program For Unaffiliated Songwriters
Today, March 12th, is the last day for unaffiliated independent songwriters and music publishers to get paid for use of their music on Facebook by registering with the Harry Fox. Continue reading
