Will record companies continue to secure mechanical licenses and pay mechanical royalties?
July 24, 2024The MLC administering can include permanent download. DSPs can to rely on record companies to...
How to Register Works/Songs with The MLC
July 24, 2024We will walk you through the three ways here.
What is an interactive stream, permanent download, or limited download?
July 24, 2024Digital service providers provide experiences to consumers including: Interactive Stream, Permanent...
What is a self-administered songwriter, composer or lyricist?
July 24, 2024Songwriters, composers, and lyricists are “self-administered” if they have retained the right to...
What is the Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC)?
July 24, 2024The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) is a nonprofit designated by the US Copyright Office...
Do I still need to join other organizations like PROs?
July 24, 2024Becoming a Member of The MLC does not replace other memberships or membership activities....
Does it cost anything to become a Member of The MLC?
July 24, 2024There is no cost to become a Member of The MLC.
What is an administrator?
July 24, 2024An administrator is an entity which engages in many types of administrative activities that a music...
What are sychronization licenses and royalties?
July 24, 2024A synchronization license is permission to incorporate a musical work and/or sound recording into...
What is a digital service provider (DSP)?
July 24, 2024Digital service providers invest resources into the development, promotion & use of a technology...