My First BMI Royalty Check

UPDATE: Let me clarify… any of my music that’s on the Podsafe Music Network or similar sites are offered under that site’s licensing terms (read: free). Since I own the publishing rights, I can make that decision. If you are paying a BMI fee, however, then you’re supporting the musicians on your playlist whether or not they’re on the PMN.

My official position: If you’re paying your licensing fee, play any track from any of my albums on your show. Seriously. I own the recording rights, so I’m not going to sue you unless you’re selling copies of my tunes. Now that I know BMI licensing actually works for internet play, I’m happy with that as a source of income.

Granted, $25 for a 3-month period ain’t fantastic, but this is one business model that still works.

[tags]Matthew Ebel, piano rock, BMI, Royalties[/tags]

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