Industry Oct 2, 2026

IMPF and IMPEL advocate for equal AI licensing

As the music industry enters into ever more deals with AI platforms, the indie publisher community has again insisted that - with AI - song rights and recording rights must be valued equally, unlike i

Originally published by Complete Music Update
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IMPF and IMPEL advocate for equal AI licensing

The International Music Publishers Association (IMPF) and the Irish Music Publishers and Labels (IMPEL) have established new principles for AI licensing, emphasizing the equal valuation of song and recording rights. This stance is particularly relevant as the music industry increasingly engages with AI platforms.

These organizations consider the equal valuation of both types of rights to be a fundamental and "non-negotiable" aspect of AI deals. This principle notably contrasts with the current model used in music streaming services. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.