Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL)Music licensing made easy.3.9 out of 5
3.9 out of 5
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Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL) is a key music licensing organization in the UK, founded in 1934 by Decca Records and EMI. It collects and distributes royalties for the use of recorded music on behalf of performers and record companies. PPL represents over 150,000 members, ensuring they receive fair compensation for their work. While PPL is effective in its role, it remains largely owned by major record labels, which might limit its flexibility for independent artists. Despite this, it offers a robust system for collecting and distributing performance royalties.
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Pros
Comprehensive royalty collection and distribution
Oversees rights for a large number of performers and record companies
Operates both in the UK and internationally
Supports public performance licensing for various venues
Provides a reliable income stream for members
Member of the British Copyright Council (BCC)
Cons
Majority ownership by record companies may limit flexibility for independents
Traditional structure might be slow to adapt to new digital trends
Transparency and user interface could be improved for smaller artists
Key Features
Collects and distributes royalties for recorded music
Represents performers and record companies
Public performance licensing for venues
International royalty collection
Membership includes session musicians and major labels
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