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
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
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
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
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
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
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