Industry Jun 3, 2026

The MLC Confirmed as Mechanical Licensing Collective

The Register originally designated The MLC in July 2019 Source

Originally published by Music Business Worldwide
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The MLC Confirmed as Mechanical Licensing Collective

The U.S. Register of Copyrights has reaffirmed The MLC's status as the statutory Mechanical Licensing Collective. This designation was initially made in July 2019. The total royalties distributed by The MLC to songwriters and publishers are approaching $4 billion. Originally reported by Music Business Worldwide.