SoundExchange
Powering the future of music.
Overview
SoundExchange is the sole organization designated by the U.S. Congress to collect and distribute digital performance royalties for sound recordings. They collect royalties from non-interactive digital services like satellite and internet radio and distribute them to recording artists and rights owners.
✨ Key Features
- Digital performance royalty collection
- Royalty distribution to artists and rights owners
- Rights management for sound recordings
- International royalty collection
- Advocacy for music creators
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Designated by the U.S. Congress
- Non-profit organization
Unique Value: Ensures that recording artists and rights owners are paid for the digital performance of their work, playing a critical role in the music industry.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- The primary organization for collecting and distributing digital performance royalties in the United States.
- Has paid out billions of dollars in royalties to creators.
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💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (NA tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: SoundExchange deducts an administrative fee from the royalties it collects.
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