Industry Oct 15, 2026
Songwriter Streaming Royalties: Stakeholders Reveal Proposals
In short
From Spotify to the NMPA, the various stakeholders in the Copyright Royalty Board’s Phono V process have made their positions known.
Originally published by
Billboard
Various stakeholders, including Spotify and the NMPA, have presented their proposals regarding songwriter streaming royalties. These positions have been made known within the context of the Copyright Royalty Board’s Phono V process.
The Copyright Royalty Board is currently reviewing the rates for mechanical and digital royalties. The proposals submitted by streaming services, publishers, and songwriter groups outline their respective stances on royalty distribution. Originally reported by Billboard.