CMRRA does not validate every single CWR registration received. Our Licence and Distribution System (LDS) has advanced auto-matching protocols which will enable us to quickly and efficiently validate works information for licensing purposes and royalty distribution. These processes will be prioritized by activity levels. All works for which we provide a second ACK transaction will […]
I’m not quite ready for CWR. What other options do I have for registering my works with CMRRA?
CMRRA Direct now allows for members to register single song priority titles. To register multiple titles, you can use the CMRRA Song Registration template in Excel format. If you are able to produce a file for mass song registration, please contact CMRRA (select CWR in the Contact form’s “Subject” dropdown menu) and we will assist […]
I am using music I don’t own or control, can CMRRA issue me a licence?
As a first step, visit our resources section and search our Song Database to determine the ownership of the songs you are looking to license. Searches can be done via work title, writer name, publisher, associated artist or ISWC number
Do I need to apply for a licence to record my own song?
If you are the sole copyright owner of the musical work, and have not assigned your rights to a music publisher or third party, you do not need to apply to CMRRA for a licence, nor pay mechanical royalties for the use of your own song. This is true even if you, as a copyright […]
What’s the difference between the reproduction and performing rights?
When a copyrighted song is embodied on a sound carrier (such as a record, tape, CD) or in a digital file for the purpose of online music distribution or other use, that is an exercise of the reproduction right in the song. CMRRA is in the business of the granting such permission on behalf of […]
Are there other rights for music under copyright?
Yes, there are a number of other rights under copyright law. For example, the owners of master recordings control the reproduction right for their copyright protected work, and are entitled to compensation for exercises of that right (such as background music suppliers and DJs). For more information about the reproduction of sound recordings, please visit […]
I want to manufacture a small number of CD’s for a promotional giveaway or a charitable organization. Do I still have to pay royalties?
Yes. CMRRA does not issue gratis licences on behalf of its music publisher clients. All reproductions of a musical work must be licensed, at the applicable royalty rate, no matter what purpose they will serve or the number of copies being pressed. For more information, please visit our Pay-As-You-Press page.
What are the possible values associated with “Status”?
The Status refers to the status of the licence, as processed under the terms of the Mechanical Licensing Agreement between CMRRA and Licensee. The possible values, and associated meaning, are: Cancelled – this licence has been cancelled because of a change in the ownership of the music work, or partial share thereof, or CMRRA’s representation […]
What are the possible values associated with “Rate Type”?
The Rate Type relates the royalty rate at which the licence was issued pursuant to the terms of the Mechanical Licensing Agreement. The possible values are: Full Rate Budget Rat Controlled Rate N0n-Controlled Rate
I want to make a demo CD. Do I have to obtain licences and pay royalties?
Yes. You must obtain licences for the musical works reproduced in your demo. You will be required to obtain licences using our “pay-as-you-press” plan. Our licences will authorize you to manufacture up to the number of units you paid for, with a minimum of 500 units. For more information, please visit our Pay-As-You-Press page.
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