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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 1d

Copyright termination gives artists a legal reset button, but there are important details to successfully reclaim your work. If you signed a deal between 1978-1990, consult a lawyer to explore your options. #KnowYourRights

Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 1d

The music industry must guarantee music-maker consent, control and compensation. Via @featuredartists.bsky.social

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Action Required: Stop the spin, put music-makers first in AI deals – Council Of Music Makers

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 2d

“For millions of people, music is a powerful source of mental wellness - which is why the innovative non-profit Backline is fighting for the people who power live music, who deserve care that works the way they do.”

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How Backline Is Pioneering Mental Health Support In The Live Music Industry

Backline connects music professionals and their families to tailored mental-health care—therapy, financial aid, substance-use treatment, and wellness resources—through a model built inside the industr...

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 3d

When artists reclaim their copyrights, they reclaim their power.

Young creators may not start their careers with leverage, but 35 years later, it's a different ballgame. Termination means artists can renegotiate better terms and build new revenue streams with full control.

Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 4d

"At a time when so many in the music industry publicly claim to put artists and songwriters first, this ruling presents an opportunity to prove it." via @variety.com
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Songwriters Who Unknowingly Signed Away Their Rights Finally Get a Real Second Chance: The Promise of Vetter v. Resnik (Guest Column)

The writer of the 1966 hit 'Double Shot of My Baby's Love' recently won back global rights he'd unknowingly signed away - for a dollar - as a youth.

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 4d

🚨 TODAY: A pivotal copyright court hearing that could determine if artists can truly reclaim their work worldwide.

We've been on the front lines in the Vetter v. Resnik case, fighting to ensure artists can retain the rights they deserve.

Read Our Amicus Brief: https://rpst.in/oDHPz

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 7d

MAC has issued a public statement recent AI deals announced by UMG, calling for three non-negotiables: Consent, Compensation, Clarity.

The music industry is at a crossroads. AI can be a tool for progress, but only if creators' rights come first.

🔗 Read the Press Release: https://rpst.in/QitTg

Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 7d

According to Gerard Scimeca in the DC Journal, “There’s a principle that keeps a free market free: You can’t take what isn’t yours and sell it as your own. Yet, that is precisely what some of the most prominent players in [AI] are doing.” Read Gerard’s piece here!

Copyright Alliance @copyrightalliance.org · 8d

According to Gerard Scimeca in the DC Journal, “There’s a principle that keeps a free market free: You can’t take what isn’t yours and sell it as your own. Yet, that is precisely what some of the most prominent players in [AI] are doing.” Read Gerard’s piece here!

AI’s Free Ride on Creative Labor Is Undermining the Marketplace – DC Journal - InsideSources

There’s a principle that keeps a free market free: You can’t take what isn’t yours and sell it as your own. Yet, that is precisely what some of the most

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 8d

In 1976, Congress gave artists a "second bite at the apple". Copyright termination lets creators reclaim their work & their worth - recapturing rights to now successful music signed away decades ago for a nominal fee.

Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 9d

Copyright law isn't just legal jargon - it's the foundation of artistic ownership. It safeguards how creative work is used, ensures fair compensation & covers every element of a song from lyrics to recordings.

📢 Protecting artistic rights = protecting the future of music.

Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 10d

D.C. Council member Charles Allen has introduced the Resale Amendment Act aimed to protect fans from ticket fraud & price gauging. We believe the bill helps ensure artists & their crews aren't cut out of revenue from inflated resale prices.

🔗 https://rpst.in/vSDe7

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 15d

Spotify has announced a partnership with Sony Music Group, Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, Merlin & Believe to develop artist-first AI music products. We stand ready to work with these groups to ensure these new systems are built for artists.

🔗 https://rpst.in/AeQQe

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 17d

Protecting artists' voices & creative work from unauthorized use is foundational. We're glad to see this statement from UMG on responsible AI & will be watching closely to ensure the people who make the music are the ones who benefit most.

🔗 https://rpst.in/hzq5z

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 18d

Last week's NIVA Policy Summit was about the fight for the future of music. Our work alongside venues ensure the economic powerhouse of independent music ($153B!) translates into a stable future for every musician.

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 21d

AI-generated knockoffs might rack up streams, but they dilute royalty pools & rob working musicians of well-deserved compensation.

MAC stands for a music industry where innovation doesn't exploit, but uplifts the artists driving society forward.

Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 22d

Did you know that up to 10% of all music streams are fake?! That's billions siphoned off the paychecks of legitimate artists. From click farms to AI upload armies, fake plays dilute royalties & bury real talent.

The future of music belongs to artists, not bots.

Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 24d

A big win for artists in Ireland!!

Mike Sowden @mikeachim.bsky.social · Oct 6

Damn. This is amazing. £325 per week, paid monthly, for 3 years - and the result was a profit for the Irish economy:
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Post from Threads user rodneyowl: "Ireland has declared the Basic Income for Artists scheme permanent. This will be officially announced in tomorrow’s budget. Details to follow. Congratulations to all who fought for it and the present and future artists of all sorts in Ireland. That includes me 👌We’re just comin to the end of a 3 year pilot scheme. It’s been a roaring success. For every €1 paid out to the 2000 participants, the government got €1.46 back. Can’t argue with that. Other countries are already taking note."

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 25d

🥂 Congrats on a great event @wearesona.bsky.social!

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 27d

The 5th Annual SONA Warrior Awards is tomorrow night and Songwriters of North America is thrilled to honor Girls Make Beats!

The Warrior Awards are SOLD OUT but follow along on our socials to join in the celebration! We will see you next Sunday ❤️🎶

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · 29d

MAC is preparing the next gen of music professionals with the tools to shape a more equitable future. Our Student Ambassador Scholarship encourages students to imagine a better music industry.

Apply today: https://rpst.in/fuQlu

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · Oct 6

UMG & Sony partnered with SoundPatrol to detect AI music theft using "neural fingerprinting". The new tech turns music into a one-of-a-kind digital fingerprint that can flag unauthorized covers, remixes, and AI derivatives.

🔗 https://rpst.in/hhFEm

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · Oct 6

Copyright should not be treated as a barrier to U.S. strength in AI. It is the foundation of that strength.

Copyright Alliance @copyrightalliance.org · Oct 3

In a new opinion piece published in The Hill, Trip Adler—Co-Founder and CEO of Created by Humans—says, "In the fight over #AI, #copyright is America’s competitive weapon.” Learn more by reading Trip’s op-ed here!

In the fight over AI, copyright is America’s competitive weapon

Recently, a new $100 million super-PAC network, Leading the Future, was introduced to shape artificial intelligence policy in next year’s elections. The group says it will fight for sensible guardr…

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · Oct 1

👏“I’m fiercely protective of artists rights, and YouTube is by far the worst offender,” Azoff told moderator and The Wrap founder and editor in chief Sharon Waxman. "I'm really not fond when companies take advantage of creators."

billboard @billboard.com · Sep 30

Irving Azoff Slams YouTube Over Low Artist Royalties: ‘By Far the Worst Offender’

YouTube's low artist royalties hurt creators, Irving Azoff said during a recent conversation in which he also accused the streamer of "bullying."

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · Oct 1

Big news for music creators!

Songview just leveled up, integrating data from all four major PROs: ASCAP, BMI, SESAC & GMR. That's 38 million tracks with full ownership transparency, all in one place.

🔗 https://rpst.in/OvSqX

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · Sep 29

Maine’s new 10% ticket resale cap protects fans from gouging — but StubHub says it can’t enforce it & will rely on resellers to “self-police." Platforms shouldn't get to opt out of consumer protection.

Musicians & fans: your voices matter. Let’s demand accountability.

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Music Artists Coalition @musicartistsco.bsky.social · Sep 25

It was an honor to celebrate the Black Music Action Coalition at their 2025 gala.

"When artists & their advocates work together, we make sure that we give every artist a seat at every table."

We're proud to stand with you in the fight for fairness, equity & lasting change.

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