Assignment 2

I want to play my music to an audience how can I do this?

You would need to get a licence - why is this?

You need a licence because it is illegal to play music with out having the right to, as you can make money off the track and the owner of the music won't.

Who would you need to contact to get a licence to play music on the radio?

You would need to contact PPL or PRS, preferably both, to apply for a licence.

Name 5 types of licence for radio broadcasting.

1. Commercial Radio Licence

2. Community Radio Licence

3. Hospital Radio Licence

4. Long Term Radio Licence

5. Short Term Radio Licence

What is net broadcasting revenue?

Net broadcasting revenue is 85% of the gross value, either in money or money's worth received by the licence such as advertising, sponsorship, subscription donations etc.

If you are a community station with a NBR of less than £22,238 how much would your PRS royalty fee be?

You would pay the royalty fee of £667, which is a non-returnable minimum fee.

What does MCPS stand for?

Mechanical Copyright Protection Society.

What is the difference between PRS and MCPS?

PRS collects both your performance right and mechanical rights. MCPS membership is needed in order to collect your mechanical royalties.

What is PPL?

PPL is a UK-based music licensing company and performance right organisation. 

Would you need a PPL licence to play music on the radio?

Yes, you need a PPL licence if you play recorded music in your broadcasts.

What is the difference between PPL and PRS?

PRS collects the licence on behalf of song writers, composers and publishers. Whereas PPL collects the licence on behalf of the performers and record companies. 

What licence would you need to produce a podcast - which was broadcasted online?

You will need a PPL licence