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How do I copyright my song and\/or collection of my songs? Your composition is copyrighted automatically when the work is \u201ccreated,\u201d which the law defines as being \u201cfixed\u201d in a copy or a recording for […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[18,23,12,9,26,28,17,10,11,20,13,19,14],"class_list":["post-48","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","category-info","tag-airplay","tag-artist","tag-artist-development","tag-battery-red","tag-copyright","tag-demo","tag-distribution","tag-music","tag-publishing","tag-record-company","tag-song","tag-songwriting","tag-writing"],"yoast_head":"\n![\"music](\"https:\/\/kylgrafx.com\/batteryred\/wp-content\/uploads\/note.png\")
How do I copyright my song and\/or collection of my songs?<\/strong>
\nYour composition is copyrighted automatically when the work is \u201ccreated,\u201d which the law defines as being \u201cfixed\u201d in a copy or a recording for the first time. The registration of your copyright is not required. If you wish to copyright your works, which is recommended, visit copyright.gov<\/a>.\u00a0 BRM can also assist you in protecting your work through ASCAP.
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\n How do I get my tunes played on streaming platforms? <\/strong>
\nWe strongly suggest utilizing a digital music distributor<\/a> service.\u00a0 Many platforms like Spotify, iTunes \/ Apple Music, YouTube Music, Pandora, and Amazon Music. Since many of these platforms do not accept direct submissions from artists, Battery Red Music can assist in eliminating a lot of the potential confusion.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n What are performing, mechanical, and sync royalties?<\/strong>
\nPerforming right royalties are earned when a musical work is performed publicly. Public performance occurs when a song is sung or played, recorded or live, on radio\/television, as well as internet streaming services, live concerts, and programmed music services. Licenses are granted to perform, use, or broadcast music in public places, which includes – hotels, clubs, colleges, restaurants, stores, etc.\u00a0 <\/em>Mechanical right is the right to reproduce a piece of music onto CD, DVD, thumb drive, record, or tape. Non-mechanical reproduction includes – making sheet music, for which royalties are paid by the publisher to the composer.\u00a0 <\/em>Synchronization license pertains to music made for a soundtrack of a film or TV show, and the license that the TV or film producer needs to obtain.\u00a0 Mechanical royalties and synchronization fees are paid by record companies and film and TV producers directly to the copyright owner, usually the publisher, or his or her representative.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n Physical Media (CD\/Vinyl) or Streaming Download?<\/strong>
\nDid you know CD and vinyl sales are growing three times as fast as streaming. Streaming audio quality can\u2019t compare to that of a printed CD or vinyl album. Physical media is important now more than ever, and many artist followers prefer buying CDs in support. CD sales are growing again now that retail stores are reopening and artists are back on tour. And while CDs haven\u2019t yet seen the same type of revival as vinyl, the CD format remains a steady revenue stream for independent artists.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n Is signing with a ‘Big Publisher’ wise?<\/strong>
\nIt can be difficult or even impossible to be a publisher\u2019s priority if you\u2019re a small band and they handle several accounts. While teaming up with a ‘Big Name’ is good for your band\u2019s resume, handing over your music could leave you empty handed to corporate brass. It’s always good to stipulate in a contract that there is an option to exit the agreement pending results. Every situation is unique, like music itself, and every band\u2019s situation is unique as well.\u00a0 Find someone like BRM that will work with you getting the best deal for your efforts.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n What are the types of music copyrights?<\/strong>
\nComposition and Master.\u00a0 The difference between the composition and the master is split into two distinct parts: the master recording and the underlying composition. The composition is a musical work that may or may not include accompanying lyrics. The sound recording is a particular expression of the underlying composition, produced and recorded by the recording artist.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n What are the latest music copyright laws?<\/strong>
\nThere has been a revision to the copyright laws for sound recordings and videos.\u00a0 Chapter 11 now defines unauthorized fixation and trafficking of sound recordings and video use.\u00a0 The government copyright office has made the PDF revision<\/a> available for public view.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n Should I join ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC?
\n<\/strong>All are Performance Rights Organizations (PROs) that collect performance royalties for copyrighted music in the United States. They have different structures, pricing models, and rules, but all offer similar services to ensure their members are fairly compensated. The main differences are:\u00a0 ASCAP and BMI are open to anyone, but SESAC is invitation-only.\u00a0 ASCAP and BMI are nonprofit organizations, while SESAC is for-profit.\u00a0 BRM will attempt to obtain licenses with all three to have proper copyright clearance for virtually all of our artists’ music.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n Here’s a graphic that better explains the revenue breakdown.<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"revenue](\"https:\/\/kylgrafx.com\/batteryred\/wp-content\/uploads\/revenue.jpg\")
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\u00a0U.S. Copyright Office<\/a>
\n Disc Makers<\/a>
\n American Society of Composers, Authors, & Publishers<\/a>
\n Broadcast Music, Inc.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"