PPL and PRS
If you’re playing commercial music in a public space in the UK, chances are you’ll need licences from both PPL and PRS. These two organisations represent different rights holders – and together, they ensure that both the creators and performers of music are fairly compensated. Here’s a breakdown of how the system works and why both licences may be required.
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In the United Kingdom, PRS for Music collects royalties on behalf of songwriters, composers and music publishers, while PPL represents the rights of performing artists and record labels. To legally play commercial music in your business you need a licence from both organisations.
Each licence covers a different type of music right, and both are required for full legal use of well-known music tracks in public environments. The total cost of licensing is usually based on venue size, number of visitors, and how prominently music is used in the customer experience.
Even if you stream music via Spotify or radio, these platforms don’t include public performance rights. That’s why business owners must obtain separate licences from PRS and PPL.
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