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What Does it Mean to be a Self-Administered Songwriter?
In the world of music creation, the self-administered songwriter is one that embraces both artistic...
Breaking Boundaries and Driving Change: The MLC’s Highlights from Music Biz 2023
As music industry experts and innovators gathered in Music City, TN for four days of enlightening...
Billboard: The MLC’s Kris Ahrend on $1B in Payouts, ‘Illuminating’ Black Box Royalties & More
The MLC’s Kris Ahrend on $1B in Payouts, ‘Illuminating’ Black Box Royalties & More
The CEO also...
Music Business Worldwide: The MLC has Distributed $1 Billion to Songwriters to Date
The MLC has Distributed $1 Billion to Songwriters to Date
Back in 2018, a bill was signed into US...
Music Row: Ellen Truley's Music Row Story
My Music Row Story: The MLC's Ellen Truley
Ellen Truleyserves as Chief Marketing Officer for The...
Music Connection: In-Person Events with Producers
The MLC Presents In-Person Events with Record Producers
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Music Business Worldwide: Nearly $700M Has Been Paid
Nearly $700M Has Been Paid to Songwriters and Publishers by The MLC to Date
The Mechanical...
Billboard: MLC to Help Indie Distributors
MLC to Help Indie Distributors Find Unclaimed Royalties With New Portal
The Mechanical Licensing...
Forbes: The MLC Adds Student Ambassador Program
Mechanical Licensing Collective Adds Student Ambassador Program
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