Music licensing for streaming

1. Do you need a license to stream music?
2. What Licence do I need to stream music?
3. How much does it cost to license music for streaming?

Do you need a license to stream music?

To legally broadcast most copyrighted material in the U.S., you'll need to secure a statutory license. Statutory licenses cover non-interactive broadcasts, where playlists are curated by the station. There are four main music licensing agencies within the United States: ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, and SoundExchange.

What Licence do I need to stream music?

The Performing Right Online Licence (PROL) is for digital services that have pre-cleared the mechanical rights separately and need to license the communication to the public of our members' music via streaming or downloading.

How much does it cost to license music for streaming?

The simple answer is that there is no set cost. In other words, the cost of licensing a famous song can vary quite a bit. If it is a song by a small independent artist, the cost of a license could be between $50 and $150.