Music Industry Terminology
ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC are examples of these organizations that collect royalties for songwriters and composers.
What are Performing Rights Organizations (PROs)?
This pop superstar, known for hits like "Oops!...I Did It Again" and "Toxic," rose to fame after being signed by Jive Records.
Who is Britney Spears?
What are the three Major Record Labels?
What is Universal, Sony, Warner?
This term was used to describe the practice of radio DJs accepting money or gifts in exchange for playing specific songs on the radio.
A recording of one particular song
What is a Master?
This type of royalty is earned when a song is reproduced or distributed, such as when CDs or digital downloads are sold.
What are mechanical royalties?
This rapper, signed to Death Row Records, released the groundbreaking album "The Chronic" in 1992.
Who is Dr. Dre?
What are the main labels under Sony that we discussed in class?
What is Colombia, RCA, Epic?
This term was used when record companies paid radio DJs or other individuals to play their songs on the radio, often without disclosing this payment to the public.
Recovering their advance. They have to pay all the money back
What is Recoupment?
This process involves granting permission to use music in television shows, movies, commercials, and other visual media.
What is sync licensing?
Which major label artist, signed to Atlantic Records, is known for hits like "Uptown Funk" and "24K Magic"?
Who is Bruno Mars?
What are the main labels under Universal that we discussed in class?
What is InterScope, Republic, Capital?
What is so unique about Megan Thee Stallions deal?
What is allows her to maintain her independence while gaining access to UMG's global resources.
Money you have out there that you haven't been able to get.
What is Deficit?
In a 360 deal, record labels share in the total earnings of an artist from various income streams. What are at least three income streams typically covered in a 360 deal?
What are music sales, touring revenue, merchandise sales, endorsements?
This major label artist, known as the "King of Pop," released the best-selling album of all time, "Thriller," under Epic Records.
Who is Michael Jackson?
What are the main labels under Warner that we discussed in class?
What is Atlantic, Warner, Elektra?
Why was Luke able to cover and release his rendition of Tracy Chapmans'
What is Compulsory Music License?
How do streaming platforms make money
What is Ads and Subscriptions?
Neighboring rights refer to the rights of performers and recording artists for the use of their performances in which type of media?
What is broadcast and public performance, such as radio, TV, and live performances?
This iconic singer-songwriter, known for classics like "Like a Rolling Stone" and "Blowin' in the Wind," was signed to Columbia Records.
Who is Bob Dylan?
This major label collaborated with the video game "Fortnite" to host virtual concerts within the game, featuring performances by artists like Travis Scott and Marshmello.
What is Epic Records?
What are the Departments of Labels?
What is A&R, Promotion, Finance, Business, International, Catalog, Film/TV?
The 4 types of license royalties
What is Mechanical, Performance, Sync, Print?