A new coalition of music licensees, supported by their lobbyists in Washington, is attempting to disrupt the performing rights licensing system that organizations like ASCAP have put in place to ensure music creators are compensated fairly. This group, which includes a small yet vocal number of restaurants, bars, and other live music venues, has expressed […]

Sunset Music’s Partners for In-Store Play: A Powerful Broadcast Opportunity for Your Music Landing your music on in-store playlists is an incredible way to elevate your music career. In-store broadcasts provide an alternative yet highly effective avenue for music promotion, offering an opportunity for exposure to a wide and diverse audience. As part of Sunset

The long-standing debates over the songwriting credits of iconic Beatles tracks could soon be put to rest, thanks to artificial intelligence (AI). A groundbreaking study by researchers at Harvard University has employed machine learning algorithms to help determine the true authorship of several Beatles songs, specifically focusing on the contributions of the songwriting partnership of

The debate surrounding the intersection of copyright law and artificial intelligence (AI) has been heating up, and the U.S. Copyright Office (USCO) has recently weighed in with its findings. Since March 2023, the Copyright Office has been delving into the legal and policy issues surrounding AI-generated works. As part of this effort, the Office released

Sunset Music is thrilled to announce new partnerships and opportunities that will shape the future of digital music and social connections. We’re excited to be working with Connyct, an innovative platform that’s redefining how college students interact online. Connyct: Connecting College Students in a Meaningful Way Unlike traditional social networks, Connyct (pronounced kuh-nekt) is designed

In the wake of devastating fires across Los Angeles, the music industry has come together to provide vital support for those affected, unveiling a crucial resource list for fire victims. This list, which is updated daily, is a testament to the power of mutual aid and the resilience of a community that refuses to stand

The Emerging Black Composers Project (EBCP), launched in 2020, is a transformative initiative that seeks to uplift early-career Black American composers and showcase their music. Offered through the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) in partnership with the San Francisco Symphony, this project spans a decade and is designed to foster creativity, career development, and

Sunset Music, a leading innovator in the music entertainment industry, is excited to announce a new partnership with ROXi, the next-generation interactive music platform, to launch a groundbreaking semi-interactive Music TV Channel. Available free to viewers nationwide, this new music channel will be broadcast across a variety of platforms including Broadcast TV, Smart TV, Pay

The CONNECT license on SoundClick offers an excellent opportunity for both beat producers and artists to collaborate while keeping things simple and royalty-free. This unique licensing option strikes a balance between free downloads and paid licenses, allowing artists to use beats for their songs under specific conditions, without the complexity of royalties. Under the CONNECT

Landing your music on in-store playlists can provide significant value for music artists and songwriters, offering an alternative yet highly effective avenue for exposure and revenue. In-store play is a unique form of broadcast opportunity, allowing your music to be featured in a variety of high-profile retail environments. Major brands and stores such as New