Finally, a sensible verdict has been handed down in the music world in the recent Led Zeppelin “Stairway to Heaven” trial. After the highly questionable verdict in the “Blurred Lines” case, this new decision is greatly reassuring. The Spirit “Taurus” … Continued
There have already been many fine commentaries written about the “Blurred Lines” verdict, but it is such an important issue that I feel obligated to lend my voice to the growing chorus of critics denouncing this decision. Responding to the … Continued
A Cappella Vocals (MX308), is unlike anything Megatrax has produced before. A collection of tracks in a variety of A Cappella vocal styles, featuring the Hollywood Studio Singers directed by Peter Bateman and the NuGroove Choir Ensemble directed by Marianne … Continued
There are many ways to save time, avoid hassles and use production music more effectively. Here are a few quick tips: Work with a reputable company. As in other fields, there are many types of companies and varying business models … Continued
With all the confusion swirling around music rights these days, I thought this might be a good time to revisit a basic definition of Production Music and reaffirm its purpose and place in today’s industry. Every day all over the … Continued
Recently a friend asked me if she could use a commercial song in a video without obtaining a license. Since there are many common misunderstandings related to this question, I decided to turn my response to her into a blog … Continued
Ask 10 people to explain music rights and the flow of music royalty payments, and you will get 10 different answers. This is because the current royalty structure is hopelessly archaic and convoluted, a patchwork of rights and assumptions conceived … Continued
The sixth installment in our You Asked For It! (YAFI) series just dropped on Megatrax.com. Featuring eclectic client requests ranging from TV sitcom styles to patriotic anthems, well known tunes, Russian marches, links, stingers and more, this album is inspired … Continued
(This article originally appeared on Randi Altman’s postPerspective.com. Please click here to see more from postPerspective.) By Ron Mendelsohn The US Department of Justice is currently undergoing an extensive review of the ASCAP and BMI consent decrees. Established in 1941, … Continued
Few would contend that the world hasn’t changed since 1941, yet remarkably ASCAP & BMI still operate under “consent decrees” handed down in that year from the Department of Justice. In those days, the PROs were widely seen as wielding … Continued