Industry Oct 18, 2026

Streaming Services Submit Songwriter Payout Proposals

Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Pandora, and Google have filed their rate proposals in Phonorecords V Source

Originally published by Music Business Worldwide
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Streaming Services Submit Songwriter Payout Proposals

Several major streaming services, including Spotify, Apple, and Amazon, have submitted their proposed royalty rates for songwriters for the period of 2028–2032. These proposals were filed as part of the Phonorecords V proceedings. Other platforms that submitted proposals include Pandora and Google. Originally reported by Music Business Worldwide.