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What if I co-wrote a song with someone else? Who needs to register it?

February 11, 2026

Each party who has the right to register their own musical works with The MLC, and collect their...

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Phono III

April 9, 2025

Did you know that mechanical royalties are calculated using different rates, based on when a song...

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Phono IV

April 9, 2025

Did you know that mechanical royalties are calculated using different rates, based on when a song...

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The MLC Music Business Toolkit

February 11, 2025

A Guide to Getting Paid by The MLC

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Rate Periods

October 11, 2024

Did you know that mechanical royalties are calculated using different rates, based on when a song...

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U.S. Copyright Office & the MLC

August 24, 2024

The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) was designated by the U.S. Copyright Office in 2019...

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Will The MLC audit DSPs?

August 24, 2024

The MLC has the right to audit each DSP operating under a blanket mechanical license once every...

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The MLC Presents: Do I Need to Become a Member of The MLC if I Have a Publisher or Adminstrator?

August 24, 2024

If your songs are administered by a publishing administrator like Songtrust, do you need to become...

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About The MLC in 60 Seconds

August 24, 2024

Are you a songwriter, lyricist or composer with music available for streaming on digital platforms?...

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Music Industry Terminology

August 24, 2024

Like every industry, the music industry often uses its own jargon and terminology. In this section...

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Whether you’re an independent songwriter, a music publisher or administrator, a collective management organization, or someone looking to better manage your song data, The MLC is for YOU! Join today to connect your songs with the streaming royalties they’ve earned.

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The United States Register of Copyrights Continues the Designation of The MLC as the Statutory Mechanical Licensing Collective Following First Periodic Review

June 3, 2026
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The MLC Launches Music Registration 101 Micro-Course Covering Copyright, Music Registration, and Royalties

May 4, 2026
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The MLC Seeking Suggestions for Songwriter Candidates for Board of Directors and Advisory Committees

April 23, 2026
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The MLC Seeking Suggestions for Board of Directors and Advisory Committee Candidates

April 2, 2026
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The MLC Announces Advisory Committee Updates

January 29, 2026

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