What types of licenses does The MLC administer
June 24, 2024The MLC administers blanket compulsory mechanical licenses, available to eligible streaming and...
How is HFA involved in the work of The MLC?
June 24, 2024Harry Fox Agency (HFA) assists with musical works & member data management, match digital uses of...
How does The MLC plan to educate music publishers, administrators, and self-administered songwriters, composers and lyricists about getting registered?
June 24, 2024The MLC partners with industry groups to share updates via newsletters, webinars, and social media,...
Should I become a member of The MLC if some of my musical works are administered by a music publisher or adminisrator, and some are administered by me?
June 24, 2024Songwriters, composers, and lyricists who have retained the right to register any of their own...
Will companies like HFA and Music Reports continue to handle mechanical licenses and royalties for digital uses?
June 24, 2024The MLC administers the blanket compulsory mechanical license, other companies have the ability to...
What is a music publisher?
June 24, 2024A music publisher is an entity which invests its resources into the creation, promotion,...
Do I need to become a Member of The MLC if I am affiliated with the Harry...
June 24, 2024Yes, you need to become a Member of The MLC even if you are an affiliate of HFA. The MLC will pay...
Know Your Identifiers
June 24, 2024There are several identifiers used in the music industry to identify people, companies, and...
Does The MLC keep a portion of royalties to cover its operating costs?
June 24, 2024The MLC does not keep of the mechanical royalties it collects to cover operating costs. Operational...
Should I become a Member of The MLC if I am based outside of the United States?
June 24, 2024The answer depends on your preference, your existing business relationships and any rights or...