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PUBLISHING

PUBLISHING

Know Who Wrote The Song

Record lyricists, composers and publisher names consistently.

Confirm all writer and publisher splits before registration.

Keep titles, alternate titles, territories and available identifiers organised.

Separate composition income from master-recording revenue.

Agreement

Publishing Is A Separate Scope

Distribution of a sound recording does not automatically register the composition or collect publishing income. Administration, collection societies and territories need a separate agreement.

PUBLISHING GUIDE

Understand Every Royalty Stream

A clear view of the writing, ownership and registration details behind every song.

Song registration

Keep the song title, writer names and available work identifiers in one place before registration.

Clear composition splits

Confirm each lyricist, composer and publisher share with contributors before you submit.

Territory planning

Discuss which territories and collection organisations are included in your agreement.

Past works review

Organise older compositions and statements for review; any past claim depends on eligibility.

Live performance data

Prepare performance dates, venues and set lists where a collection process requires them.

Digital usage

Discuss eligible video and digital publishing uses separately from your master recording.

FROM SONG TO STATEMENT

Give Every Song Its Proper Credits

The master recording and the composition can have different owners. Capture the right people and shares early so your records are ready for administration discussions.

  • Identify each writer and composer
  • Agree on composition shares
  • Keep work titles and identifiers consistent
  • Review statements against your agreement
Discuss Publishing