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Community Broadcasters and Allies Announce Support for the American Music Fairness Act. Under the provisions of the American Music Fairness Act, the annual fee that non-commercial broadcasters will pay for sound recording royalties for their over-the-air broadcast will be both affordable ($100) and predictable; it will not go up in the future. American Music Fairness Act Uncategorized[Editor Charlie sez: That’s refreshing good news!]. PRESS RELEASE. MORE
Music Music THR OnlineThe 1977 song is still actively licensed, according to the complaint, and has recently appeared in everything from 'The Simpsons' to Toyota commercials. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
[Read the American Music Fairness Act here.]. Blake Morgan helped to launch the American Music Fairness Act today in Washington along with Dionne Warwick, Sam Moore, a host of other artists and the bills sponsors Rep. MORE
The Business Music Tech Business THR OnlineThe dispute centers on webstreams of rock concerts. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
The music major responds that the suggestion of antitrust violations are "nothing but speculation and conjecture" and pretext for avoiding $17 million claims plus allegations of fraud. The Business Music Tech Business THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq. MORE
Business Music Tech Spotify THR Weekly Magazine InternationalThe Swedish streaming giant plots world domination, but it must navigate the obstacles that result from cutting corners in its quest for rapid growth. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
Music Music Business THR OnlineHe's no longer the CEO of Kemosabe Records and the company asserts he no longer has authority to act on its behalf. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
In this video, I answer a question about using music in the theatre. This question and answer brought to you by: Asked & Answered – Music in theatre is a post from: Law Offices of Gordon P. This is intended as general information only and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. It is not a substitute for a private, independent consultation with an attorney selected to advise you after a full investigation of the facts and law relevant to your matter. MORE
The 2nd Draft of Music Modernization Act 3/22/18 was released publicly today. The first thing I noticed is that the tragic demonstration of the raw lobbying power of Big Tech: The litigation reach back safe harbor seems to still be in there which is designed to deny due process and other Constitutional protections to songwriters whose works are infringed prior to the enactment of the Music Modernization Act. Music Modernization Act MORE
The Business Music Business THR OnlineThe winning streak ends for Flo & Eddie of The Turtles. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
MPs call for a ‘complete reset’ of music streaming to fairly reward performers and creators . However, the issues we’ve examined reflect much deeper and more fundamental problems within the structuring of the recorded music industry itself. “We MORE
This time it’s about preserving a subsidy for Music Choice’s cable music service. If you still have cable, you’ll probably find Music Choice in the highest numbered channels. Music Choice (like Pandora) gets to take advantage of the statutory license created by the Congress in 1998 for the use of your recordings in “noninteractive” digital services. Three of those preexisting services still exist today: SiriusXM, Musak and Music Choice. MORE
“Spinrilla specializes in ripping off music creators by offering thousands of unlicensed sound recordings for free," says the RIAA. Music Music THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq. MORE
The lawsuit centers on revenue from the Disney star's music. Music Television Music THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq. MORE
Venues employing fewer than 50 full-time (also known as every music venue I know of) can apply for a share of a $2 billion of the fund to cover payroll, rent, utilities, and insurance. What’s even more bizarre than the SBA not having an application process in place (or bridge loans or something ) is that the City of Austin has managed to distribute millions to the Austin music community while waiting for the legislation, which Rep. MORE
Music Music Business THR OnlineCash Money may have settled with Lil Wayne, but its legal problems — now Universal's — aren't over. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
TRANSCRIPT: Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning… Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. Ben wrote in with this: I am “planning” a musical variety show next year, with a variety of genres – the genres include- Country, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Patriotic, Opera, Jazz and who knows what else. MORE
Business Music Business THR OnlineThe Latin superstar alleges he's getting a small fraction of the 50 percent royalty rate he believes is dictated by contract. Expect more lawsuits on this front. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
The music service Inflight claims the label “changed its tune” after permitting use of its songs for years. The Business Music Earshot THR Online THR, Esq. Universal Music Publishing Group Universal Music Group Business read more. MORE
The exec's attorney wants music industry blogger Bob Lefsetz to retract his statements. Music Music THR Online nsfsread more. THR, Esq. MORE
Deutch and Issa will be joined by legendary artists Dionne Warwick, Sam Moore, and others to introduce legislation to ensure music creators are fairly compensated when their songs are played on AM/FM radio. WHAT: A national press event announcing the American Music Fairness Act WHO: · Rep. MORE
Music Music THR Online nsfsLefsetz's piece was essentially a series of questions," writes Power Lawyer Howard King. Maybe your client answered them and didn't like the answers." read more. THR, Esq. MORE
Music Music THR Online"This matter is the very epitome of litigation paranoia." read more. THR, Esq. MORE
Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production… Hi, I’m attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. We tour internationally and in every contract the producer or venue pays the ASCAP or other performing rights society fee for the music that is used in our performances. Use the music. AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: [link]. MORE
What are the rules for using music (even your own music) in a podcast. So, one of the most common questions that comes up when I talk to podcasters about their legal obligations and rights, has to do with music. Sometimes, they want to use pre-existing music, and don't understand why it's so hard or impossible. And sometimes, they're actually creating their own music, and still have concerns and questions. VIDEO: [link]. MORE
In the case of Austin in particular, the city has long branded itself as the “Live Music Capitol of the World”. It is well to consider the larger impact on the wider music business if venues start getting shut down, tours cancelled and festivals sidelined. Digital music services would have us believe that the artist data they can generate helps with routing tours and that benefit makes up for low royalties. Pandemic Force majeure Music business insurance MORE
Music Music THR OnlineTrial was originally set to begin Oct. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
Here’s an update on the bizarre saga of Apple Music and The MLC. And remember that the notice from Apple includes this language: [W]e intend to move our licensing and royalty administration for Apple Music to the MLC starting from January 1, 2021. MORE
Jamie wrote in with an interesting question about music licensing in theatre… Hi, I am Gordon Firemark and this is asked and answered, where I take your entertainment law questions so you can get your career and business in entertainment to the next level. Here’s Jamie’s question: “I am researching the licensing needed for rehearsals, as well as recording live performances, for a children’s musical theater group, set up as an LLC, with monthly fees. MORE
While the implication is that negotiation over royalty rates is a new phenomenon, in fact such negotiations are common in the digital music marketplace and, based on the way that Congress itself established the royalties for music services, they are inherent in that system. MORE
I'll be outlining the various ways in which music can be used by podcasters, where the music may come from, and the complex web of copyright and licensing issues that have historically made using commercial music both difficult and costly. Thursday afternoon, I'll be presenting my talk at Podcast Movement in Orlando. MORE
Music Music THR OnlineThe labels say the fitness app is an unlicensed interactive streaming service. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
The sports network sued BMI in February 2016, claiming that licensing demands for broadcasting ambient music were unreasonable. The Business Music Business THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq. MORE
If you live outside of New York, Nashville or Los Angeles, how much do you really know about the needs of your local music community? (And, Even if you live in one of those “centers” ) Artists, songwriters, producers, live music–and all of the folks who make up our local business and contribute to the local economy. The Austin Music Office has commissioned a real census to get a meaningful handle on who contributes to the $1.6 MORE
Title I of the Music Modernization Act is clear about a few things, one of which is the creation of the “musical works database.” ” That database is for a specific purpose-it is to be used by the mechanical licensing collective in fulfilling its statutory mandate to “collect and distribute royalties from digital music providers for covered activities” under the new blanket license. Who Can Get a Copy of the Entire Musical Works Database? MORE
Dueling antitrust claims could shake the music industry. Music Music THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq. MORE
This Friday, I’ll be presenting a webinar on music rights and licensing in theatre, Admission is free, and space is limited to 50 attendees. I’ll explore the various ways in which music is used in theatrical entertainment, from traditional- and jukebox musicals, to incidental, scene-change music, to concert and cabaret performance. MORE
Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act and the significant benefits this new legislation is expected to deliver to music publishers and songwriters, we intend to move our licensing and royalty administration for Apple Music to the MLC starting from January 1, 2021. MORE
In this video, Entertainment Lawyer Gordon Firemark answers a question about the rights to copy sheet music for use in a school setting. It deals with the rights to copy sheet music for use in a school setting. Q: Phil is a school vocal music instructor, who asks: If I purchase 30 pieces of choral music for use in my classroom, am I allowed to make 30 copies of that music to distribute to students so that they can annotate and edit according to our performance practices? MORE
Business Music Tech Business THR OnlineA federal judge concludes that Wolfgang's Vault lacked requisite license to stream hundreds of iconic songs. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
Music Music Business THR OnlineEighty albums of recorded Nina Simone performances are said in new court papers to have been put on iTunes and other digital venues without authorization. read more. THR, Esq. MORE
Chris Castle discussion of Eight Mile Style lawsuit against Spotify under Music Modernization Act (driving with dogs series). MTP Podcasts Music Modernization Act Uncategorized Eight Mile Style litigation Reachback Safe HarborEight Mile Style v. Spotify Complaint. MORE
In this video, Entertainment Lawyer Gordon Firemark answers a question about licensing music on a shoestring. This question and answer brought to you by: Asked & Answered – How to license music for low budget film is a post from: Law Offices of Gordon P. Is it wise to get a “Festival only license?” ” Or, should filmmakers get more comprehensive licenses. And, how the licensing request is made. MORE
Last week, the NY Times ran an interesting article, here , about how many old TV programs now available on streaming services are missing music that was featured on the original broadcast. That series took forever to get to digital outlets, and still does not appear to be on any subscription streaming service, reportedly because of music rights issues. The same issues apply to any video production using music. Some producers commission their own music. MORE
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JUNE 24, 2021
[Read the American Music Fairness Act here.]. Blake Morgan helped to launch the American Music Fairness Act today in Washington along with Dionne Warwick, Sam Moore, a host of other artists and the bills sponsors Rep.
Music Technology Policy
JUNE 29, 2021
Community Broadcasters and Allies Announce Support for the American Music Fairness Act. Under the provisions of the American Music Fairness Act, the annual fee that non-commercial broadcasters will pay for sound recording royalties for their over-the-air broadcast will be both affordable ($100) and predictable; it will not go up in the future. American Music Fairness Act Uncategorized[Editor Charlie sez: That’s refreshing good news!]. PRESS RELEASE.
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Music Technology Policy
MARCH 13, 2021
Venues employing fewer than 50 full-time (also known as every music venue I know of) can apply for a share of a $2 billion of the fund to cover payroll, rent, utilities, and insurance. What’s even more bizarre than the SBA not having an application process in place (or bridge loans or something ) is that the City of Austin has managed to distribute millions to the Austin music community while waiting for the legislation, which Rep.
Music Technology Policy
DECEMBER 9, 2020
Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act and the significant benefits this new legislation is expected to deliver to music publishers and songwriters, we intend to move our licensing and royalty administration for Apple Music to the MLC starting from January 1, 2021.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
DECEMBER 6, 2016
Dueling antitrust claims could shake the music industry. Music Music THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq.
Broadcast Law Blog
APRIL 28, 2021
Last week, the NY Times ran an interesting article, here , about how many old TV programs now available on streaming services are missing music that was featured on the original broadcast. That series took forever to get to digital outlets, and still does not appear to be on any subscription streaming service, reportedly because of music rights issues. The same issues apply to any video production using music. Some producers commission their own music.
Gordon P. Firemark
AUGUST 13, 2019
I'll be outlining the various ways in which music can be used by podcasters, where the music may come from, and the complex web of copyright and licensing issues that have historically made using commercial music both difficult and costly. Thursday afternoon, I'll be presenting my talk at Podcast Movement in Orlando.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JANUARY 18, 2018
Music Music THR OnlineThe labels say the fitness app is an unlicensed interactive streaming service. read more. THR, Esq.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
The exec's attorney wants music industry blogger Bob Lefsetz to retract his statements. Music Music THR Online nsfsread more. THR, Esq.
Gordon P. Firemark
SEPTEMBER 28, 2018
What are the rules for using music (even your own music) in a podcast. So, one of the most common questions that comes up when I talk to podcasters about their legal obligations and rights, has to do with music. Sometimes, they want to use pre-existing music, and don't understand why it's so hard or impossible. And sometimes, they're actually creating their own music, and still have concerns and questions. VIDEO: [link].
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JULY 10, 2018
Music Music Business THR OnlineCash Money may have settled with Lil Wayne, but its legal problems — now Universal's — aren't over. read more. THR, Esq.
Music Technology Policy
JUNE 23, 2021
Deutch and Issa will be joined by legendary artists Dionne Warwick, Sam Moore, and others to introduce legislation to ensure music creators are fairly compensated when their songs are played on AM/FM radio. WHAT: A national press event announcing the American Music Fairness Act WHO: · Rep.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JANUARY 26, 2018
Business Music Tech Spotify THR Weekly Magazine InternationalThe Swedish streaming giant plots world domination, but it must navigate the obstacles that result from cutting corners in its quest for rapid growth. read more. THR, Esq.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2016
Music Music THR OnlineTrial was originally set to begin Oct. read more. THR, Esq.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JANUARY 31, 2017
The sports network sued BMI in February 2016, claiming that licensing demands for broadcasting ambient music were unreasonable. The Business Music Business THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq.
Gordon P. Firemark
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
Scott asks a tricky question about music rights for video of a stage production… Hi, I’m attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer your entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. We tour internationally and in every contract the producer or venue pays the ASCAP or other performing rights society fee for the music that is used in our performances. Use the music. AUDIO: TRANSCRIPT: [link].
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
FEBRUARY 9, 2018
Music Music THR Online nsfsLefsetz's piece was essentially a series of questions," writes Power Lawyer Howard King. Maybe your client answered them and didn't like the answers." read more. THR, Esq.
Gordon P. Firemark
SEPTEMBER 18, 2015
Jamie wrote in with an interesting question about music licensing in theatre… Hi, I am Gordon Firemark and this is asked and answered, where I take your entertainment law questions so you can get your career and business in entertainment to the next level. Here’s Jamie’s question: “I am researching the licensing needed for rehearsals, as well as recording live performances, for a children’s musical theater group, set up as an LLC, with monthly fees.
Gordon P. Firemark
MARCH 7, 2014
In this video, Entertainment Lawyer Gordon Firemark answers a question about the rights to copy sheet music for use in a school setting. It deals with the rights to copy sheet music for use in a school setting. Q: Phil is a school vocal music instructor, who asks: If I purchase 30 pieces of choral music for use in my classroom, am I allowed to make 30 copies of that music to distribute to students so that they can annotate and edit according to our performance practices?
Gordon P. Firemark
AUGUST 30, 2013
In this video, I answer a question about using music in the theatre. This question and answer brought to you by: Asked & Answered – Music in theatre is a post from: Law Offices of Gordon P. This is intended as general information only and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. It is not a substitute for a private, independent consultation with an attorney selected to advise you after a full investigation of the facts and law relevant to your matter.
Music Technology Policy
DECEMBER 11, 2020
Here’s an update on the bizarre saga of Apple Music and The MLC. And remember that the notice from Apple includes this language: [W]e intend to move our licensing and royalty administration for Apple Music to the MLC starting from January 1, 2021.
Music Technology Policy
AUGUST 30, 2019
Chris Castle discussion of Eight Mile Style lawsuit against Spotify under Music Modernization Act (driving with dogs series). MTP Podcasts Music Modernization Act Uncategorized Eight Mile Style litigation Reachback Safe HarborEight Mile Style v. Spotify Complaint.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
Music Music THR Online"This matter is the very epitome of litigation paranoia." read more. THR, Esq.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
MARCH 19, 2015
The music service Inflight claims the label “changed its tune” after permitting use of its songs for years. The Business Music Earshot THR Online THR, Esq. Universal Music Publishing Group Universal Music Group Business read more.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
FEBRUARY 3, 2017
“Spinrilla specializes in ripping off music creators by offering thousands of unlicensed sound recordings for free," says the RIAA. Music Music THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq.
Music Technology Policy
MARCH 23, 2018
The 2nd Draft of Music Modernization Act 3/22/18 was released publicly today. The first thing I noticed is that the tragic demonstration of the raw lobbying power of Big Tech: The litigation reach back safe harbor seems to still be in there which is designed to deny due process and other Constitutional protections to songwriters whose works are infringed prior to the enactment of the Music Modernization Act. Music Modernization Act
Music Technology Policy
MAY 27, 2018
This time it’s about preserving a subsidy for Music Choice’s cable music service. If you still have cable, you’ll probably find Music Choice in the highest numbered channels. Music Choice (like Pandora) gets to take advantage of the statutory license created by the Congress in 1998 for the use of your recordings in “noninteractive” digital services. Three of those preexisting services still exist today: SiriusXM, Musak and Music Choice.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
NOVEMBER 6, 2017
Music Music THR OnlineThe 1977 song is still actively licensed, according to the complaint, and has recently appeared in everything from 'The Simpsons' to Toyota commercials. read more. THR, Esq.
Gordon P. Firemark
DECEMBER 6, 2013
In this video, Entertainment Lawyer Gordon Firemark answers a question about licensing music on a shoestring. This question and answer brought to you by: Asked & Answered – How to license music for low budget film is a post from: Law Offices of Gordon P. Is it wise to get a “Festival only license?” ” Or, should filmmakers get more comprehensive licenses. And, how the licensing request is made.
Music Technology Policy
MARCH 18, 2020
In the case of Austin in particular, the city has long branded itself as the “Live Music Capitol of the World”. It is well to consider the larger impact on the wider music business if venues start getting shut down, tours cancelled and festivals sidelined. Digital music services would have us believe that the artist data they can generate helps with routing tours and that benefit makes up for low royalties. Pandemic Force majeure Music business insurance
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JANUARY 24, 2018
Business Music Business THR OnlineThe Latin superstar alleges he's getting a small fraction of the 50 percent royalty rate he believes is dictated by contract. Expect more lawsuits on this front. read more. THR, Esq.
Music Technology Policy
SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
If you live outside of New York, Nashville or Los Angeles, how much do you really know about the needs of your local music community? (And, Even if you live in one of those “centers” ) Artists, songwriters, producers, live music–and all of the folks who make up our local business and contribute to the local economy. The Austin Music Office has commissioned a real census to get a meaningful handle on who contributes to the $1.6
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
MAY 21, 2015
Music Music Business THR OnlineEighty albums of recorded Nina Simone performances are said in new court papers to have been put on iTunes and other digital venues without authorization. read more. THR, Esq.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
APRIL 25, 2017
Music Music Business THR OnlineHe's no longer the CEO of Kemosabe Records and the company asserts he no longer has authority to act on its behalf. read more. THR, Esq.
Gordon P. Firemark
MARCH 12, 2012
This Friday, I’ll be presenting a webinar on music rights and licensing in theatre, Admission is free, and space is limited to 50 attendees. I’ll explore the various ways in which music is used in theatrical entertainment, from traditional- and jukebox musicals, to incidental, scene-change music, to concert and cabaret performance.
Music Technology Policy
JULY 14, 2021
MPs call for a ‘complete reset’ of music streaming to fairly reward performers and creators . However, the issues we’ve examined reflect much deeper and more fundamental problems within the structuring of the recorded music industry itself. “We
Music Technology Policy
DECEMBER 11, 2019
Title I of the Music Modernization Act is clear about a few things, one of which is the creation of the “musical works database.” ” That database is for a specific purpose-it is to be used by the mechanical licensing collective in fulfilling its statutory mandate to “collect and distribute royalties from digital music providers for covered activities” under the new blanket license. Who Can Get a Copy of the Entire Musical Works Database?
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
APRIL 10, 2018
Business Music Tech Business THR OnlineA federal judge concludes that Wolfgang's Vault lacked requisite license to stream hundreds of iconic songs. read more. THR, Esq.
Gordon P. Firemark
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
TRANSCRIPT: Ben has a question about music rights for a live show he's planning… Hi, I'm attorney Gordon Firemark, and this is Asked and Answered, where I answer common entertainment law questions, to help you take your career and business to the next level. Ben wrote in with this: I am “planning” a musical variety show next year, with a variety of genres – the genres include- Country, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, Patriotic, Opera, Jazz and who knows what else.
Broadcast Law Blog
JUNE 8, 2021
While the implication is that negotiation over royalty rates is a new phenomenon, in fact such negotiations are common in the digital music marketplace and, based on the way that Congress itself established the royalties for music services, they are inherent in that system.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JUNE 22, 2015
The Business Music Business THR OnlineThe winning streak ends for Flo & Eddie of The Turtles. read more. THR, Esq.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
NOVEMBER 12, 2015
The Business Music Tech Business THR OnlineThe dispute centers on webstreams of rock concerts. read more. THR, Esq.
THR, Esq. Entertainment & Media Law Blog
JULY 6, 2016
The music major responds that the suggestion of antitrust violations are "nothing but speculation and conjecture" and pretext for avoiding $17 million claims plus allegations of fraud. The Business Music Tech Business THR Onlineread more. THR, Esq.
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