AGEDI (Asociación de Gestión de Derechos Intelectuales)Protecting intellectual rights.3.5 out of 5
3.5 out of 5
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AGEDI (Asociación de Gestión de Derechos Intelectuales) is the main collective management organization for neighboring rights in Spain, specifically representing music producers and handling royalties from the use of phonograms and music videos. They manage critical rights including public communication, reproduction, and private copy compensation for both national and international repertoires. AGEDI’s extensive network of reciprocal agreements with foreign Music Licensing Companies (MLCs) benefits independent labels by simplifying global royalty collection, reducing the need for multiple memberships. However, as with many collecting societies, royalty distribution transparency and speed can sometimes lag behind digital-first rivals, and direct artist engagement is limited since their focus is on producers and labels. AGEDI’s structure is efficient for rights holders but can feel traditional and bureaucratic for creators seeking modern, self-driven solutions. Still, for Spanish music producers, AGEDI remains a foundational partner in navigating neighboring rights.
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Pros
Strong support and representation for music producers
Facilitates international royalty collections via reciprocal agreements
Legal backing and protection for members’ rights
Comprehensive coverage of public communication and reproduction rights
Well-established presence in Spain’s music rights ecosystem
Cons
Limited direct support or membership for independent artists (focus is on producers/labels)
Can be bureaucratic and slower to adapt compared to digital-first providers
Royalty distribution can lack transparency
Processes may feel outdated or inefficient for modern users
Key Features
Collective management of neighboring rights
International reciprocal agreements
Representation and advocacy for members
Legal enforcement of rights
Distribution of royalties for phonograms and music videos
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