American Music Fairness Act: New Rules for Radio Stations and Artists
This act changes how artists and copyright owners are paid for their sound recordings played on the radio. It aims to ensure fairer compensation for music creators while protecting small radio stations from excessive costs. Citizens may find that their favorite artists are better compensated for their work, potentially encouraging new music creation.
Key points
Radio stations will now pay artists and copyright owners for public performance of sound recordings, similar to internet services.
Special, lower royalty fees are established for small radio stations to protect them from high costs.
The act does not negatively affect the rights or royalties payable to songwriters or musical work copyright owners.
Copyright Royalty Judges will consider the promotional value of radio play when setting royalty rates.
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