Collaborations in the music industry are not a new phenomenon. However, over time,they have gained even more traction, being a usual way of composing, and making it common to encounter works with several rights holders. An important aspect to consider is the complexities that arise in the distribution of rights when multiple holders are involved….
Have you collaborated in creating a song with other artists? Then, it’s important to understand how the rights to that work are divided. Who owns the song? What steps should you take? When multiple musicians contribute to a song, it becomes necessary to determine how the copyrights will be shared. This distribution will determine the…
Following complaints from UNISON, the Spanish competition authority imposes a new fine of 6.4 million euros on SGAE and bans it from contracting with the Public Administration. Why does the CNMC fine SGAE? UNISON filed a complaint against the Spanish collective management organisation t(Sociedad general de Autores y Editores, SGAE) before the Spanish competition authority…
Following complaints from UNISON, the Spanish competition authority imposes a new fine of 6.4 million euros on SGAE and bans it from contracting with the Public Administration. Why does the CNMC fine SGAE? UNISON filed a complaint against the Spanish collective management organisation (Sociedad general de Autores y Editores, SGAE) before the Spanish competition authority…
Global business trends and new technologies are driving a rapid evolution in the live music industry. This change results from technological advancements, shifts in consumer behaviors, and new business strategies. Notably, there is an increase in the use of virtual reality and the implementation of predictive analytics and Big Data tools to gain a deep…
In the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry, the traditional methods of royalty collection are undergoing a transformative shift. This blog post delves into the emerging trends in music royalty collection, specifically exploring how innovative approaches and cutting-edge technologies like blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping the way artists and rights holders receive compensation…
When someone asks us to unequivocally identify a song in the digital world, they most likely expect to receive a link to that song on YouTube, Spotify, SoundCloud, or any other streaming platform. Honestly, a few years ago, I would have expected exactly the same, and I would have been puzzled if someone had said…
Hey everyone, I’m thrilled to introduce you to one of our newest clients here at Unison Rights. We’re beyond excited to welcome Bruno Mota, a powerhouse Portuguese music producer, to the Unison family. Bruno’s impressive track record and innovative approach to music production make him a perfect fit for our roster of clients, and we…
We are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership that reinforces Unison’s commitment to support creators and engage with the British music artists’ community. Unison Rights, a leading player in the realm of music rights management, has officially joined forces with the Music Managers Forum UK (MMF UK) as an Associate Partner. This collaboration confirms and strengthens…
It is not easy to be an artist. If you are a musician, music is part of yourself, and creating it is probably not an option, but a necessity. Nonetheless, for being able to sustain a career in music, and being able to work on it full time, you also need to understand it from…