Evidence Mounts for Inflation Indexing for Songwriters
Government song rates must be indexed to inflation.
Month: October 2021
WIPO for Creators Welcomes Universal Music Group as First Corporate Sponsor
Universal steps up as WIPO’s first corporate sponsor for the “WIPO for Creators” program.
Two Is the Loneliest Number: Why are songwriters punished for 1909?
Why are we still arguing about a 2¢ royalty instead of a new numbering system?
The Creative Survival Index
The “Creative Survival Index” is a work in progress to find an index to measure the economic condition of creators.
Less Than Zero: CRB Should Index Song Rates #irespectmusic
September inflation tells songwriters to demand indexing for mechanicals at the Copyright Royalty Board.
Why Songwriters Should Care About Inflation Protection for Mechanical Licenses
When you look at the inflationary trend in the US economy, freezing mechanicals makes even less sense.
Time for an Independent Email Management Service for Artists
If you haven’t heard Emma Swift, you’re really missing out. Her bio describes her as “an Australian-born songwriter, currently residing in the Nashville, TN and London, UK. A gifted singer inspired by Joni Mitchell, Marianne Faithfull, Linda Ronstadt and Sandy Denny, Emma’s sound is a blend of classic folk, Americana and indie rock. Although she […]
Save the Date and Register for Texas Entertainment Law Institute Webcast Nov. 17-19 #ELITX2021 #TBCLE
Registration is open for the Texas Entertainment Law Institute that I’m directing this year. The Institute will be virtual so it’s much easier to attend. We have a bunch of great speakers and panels so please check it out and register here!
Questions on the MLC Tax Return and the Ghost of Jimmy Hoffa
There are some loose ends on the MLC’s first tax return.
Please Sign Up to Support the American Music Fairness Act #irespectmusic
Please send a letter to Congress supporting artist pay for radio play!
Music Technology Policy 