Music Biz 101: How Do Songs Make Money?

Music Biz 101: How Do Songs Make Money?

MONEY STREAM #1: PERFORMANCE ROYALTIES

As a songwriter or producer, you get paid performance royalties every time a song containing your words or music is used commercially. This is most common when your song is played on the radio (AM/FM, satellite, or internet), live concert, TV, or restaurants. (https://www.tunecore.com/guides/how-do-my-songs-make-money).

In order to collect performance royalties, 1. you need to…

Is TikTok Stealing Music?

Is TikTok Stealing Music?

On October 16, 2019 NMPA CEO, David Israeilite, called on Congress, by sending a letter to Senator Marco Rubio, to investigate the app TikTok for claims of copyright infringement and violation of the rights of songwriters and music publishers.

TikTok replied stating…

Client News: Trap Karaoke x AT&T Codes of Culture

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Trap Karaoke is by far one of my most fun clients on the roster and working on this deal was yet another awesome intersection of social media, cultural influence, and a great brand partnership with AT&T.

If you missed the summer tour be sure to check the #codesofculture hashtag online and visit www.trapkaraoke.com so you don’t miss the next shows!

Client News: Dr. Melissa G

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Dr. Melissa G is one of my newest clients and is creating an amazing space as a social media influencer in the naturopathic health realm with her Youtube videos, IG TV and FB Live chats to answer questions, and creating online tools that focus on natural remedies and the body’s vitalistic ability to heal and maintain itself.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month there is no better time to share Dr. Melissa’s 5 Tips for Optimal Breast Health!

I’m so honored and excited to have her on the roster and to share her work with you all! I hope you join her close to 250K subscribers and take the steps to get on the path to a natural and healthy lifestyle!

Featured Speaker: A3C 2019 Recap

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[A3C IS A WRAP] I was honored to provide FREE LEGAL ADVICE in the Creator Complex hosted by @cdbabymusic at @sae_northamerica and connect with some really great creatives like this @iamjsmash who is lighting the industry up as a producer/engineer/musician working with artists like Dave East and BJ the Chicago Kid!


I will share a few of their questions AND my answers on my "Minute of Your Time" podcast so be sure you are subscribed to my YouTube channel!

GRAMMY NEWS: District Advocate Day

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For the 3rd year in a row I’ve had the honor of leading a team of music creators to discuss current music laws and pending legislation with United States Congressmen and women. This year I lead a dynamic group to share their own personal connections to music and discuss copyright protections, the CASE Act, establishing a performance right on terrestrial radio and more. with Representative Barry Loudermilk’s office.

GRAMMY Advocacy is the largest grassroots advocacy effort in the country and I am a proud proud advocate for music creators big and small and so honored to continue to play a part!

GET THE FULL RECAP & GET INVOLVED HERE: https://www.grammy.com/advocacy

Featured Speaker: A3C Music Festival & Conference

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A3C IS ALMOST HERE!!

MEET ME ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 12TH AT THE CDBABY CREATOR COMPLEX AT 1:30PM! I'll be giving FREE one on one LEGAL ADVICE SESSIONS!

In 2017, A3C launched the Creator Complex to help provide additional value for artists traveling from across the world to Atlanta.

In addition to me there will be keynotes from Kevin Liles, Bozoma Saint John, Dapper Dan, 2Chainz, and more!

FULL SCHEDULE & PASSES HERE: https://www.a3cfestival.com/creator-complex

Client News: Offset Announced as Investor with e-sports giant FaZe Clan

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Congrats to client Offset on his latest investment venture partnering with e-sports giant FaZeClan! This is just the beginning…the intersection of music, culture, and gaming is undeniable.

E-Sports Insider quoted Lee Trink CEO of FaZe Clan on the business partnership:

“FaZe Clan is redefining what it means to be an iconic entertainment brand and working with a visionary like Offset is another step towards the future – we not only dominate in competitive gaming we are setting new trends across content, merchandise, brand partnerships, and beyond.”

Read the full write up here: https://esportsinsider.com/2019/08/faze-clan-offset/