Licensing Your Own Music: A Guide for Musicians

How can I license my own music? In order to obtain a music license, you need to obtain permission from a legal entity that represents the artist’s work. This can be the artist themselves, a publisher, record label, performing rights organization or music licensing company. Read more on www.musicbed.com You have the freedom to license … Read more

How Much Does a Music License Cost?

How much does a music license cost? The Indian Performing Right Society’s limited (IPRS) license is required in the live performance event hosted by a company. Typically, to calculate the fee the license fee for each square feet of your building is Rs. 1.5/sq. feet and the minimum royalty under their tariff is INR 50,000, … Read more

Do Dance Teachers Need a Music License?

Do Dance Teachers need a music license? Dance studios in the United States require a license granted by the ASCAP and BMI, or they risk maximum fines of up to $30,000 per song. Dance studios must own a public performance license, as they’re not allowed to make profits using the music they’re playing until they … Read more

How Long Does Music License Last?

How long does music license last? Once a copyright is created, protection generally lasts for 70 years after the death of the author and in some cases 95 years from publication or 120 years from creation. That’s a long time! After that time, the copyright protection ceases and the underlying work becomes public domain. Read … Read more

Do Mobile DJs Need a License?

Do mobile DJs need a license? In most cases, no. DJ’s do not need any permission or licenses to play songs legally, since the club/restaurant/bar where the gig takes place are responsible for it. Also- if playing at a private event, such as a wedding, licenses are not required at all. Read more on improvingdj.com … Read more