American Music Fairness Act: New Rules for Radio Stations and Artists
This act changes how artists are paid for their music played on the radio. It means artists can receive royalties for each song played on traditional radio, similar to internet services. For citizens, this could mean more support for music creators, but also potential changes in radio station operating costs.
Key points
Artists will receive royalties for their sound recordings played on traditional terrestrial radio stations, which was not standard before.
Small radio stations, with revenues under $1.5 million annually, will pay significantly lower, fixed royalty fees (ranging from $10 to $500 per year).
The act does not negatively affect the public performance rights or royalties payable to songwriters or copyright owners of musical works.
Copyright Royalty Judges will consider the promotional value of radio play when determining royalty rates.
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