What are Performing Rights?

Performance rights ensure royalties are collected when music is performed publicly or broadcasted.

Performing (or performance) rights cover the public performance and communication of a musical composition. This includes music played on radio and TV, live performances at venues and festivals, music played in shops, bars and restaurants, and interactive streams on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.

Additionally, synchronization rights cover music use in visual media like TV shows, movies, and commercials.

Who gets paid performing royalties?

Performing royalties are paid to:

• Songwriters

• Music publishers

In the UK, these royalties are collected and distributed by PRS for Music.

At KYCKER, to make sure you are fully paid for your performance rights we have ‘Gig Claims’ section in your KYCKER account which allows you to input your setlist and be paid for your performances

 

Who pays performing royalties?

Broadcasters (Radio & TV):
Radio stations and television broadcasters pay licence fees to PRS for Music in order to broadcast music publicly.

Live Venues & Event Organisers:
Venues and promoters must hold a PRS licence to host live music performances.

Businesses (Shops, Bars, Gyms, etc.):
Any business that plays music publicly must pay for a PRS licence.

Digital Streaming Services:
Streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music pay performing royalties to PRS for Music for the public performance element of streams.

Please note: performing rights licensing and collection processes vary by territory.