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The importance of ensuring that artists are paid for their music cannot be overstated, and it is a topic that has gained significant attention with the recent advocacy efforts of RAYE, the winner of Songwriter of The Year at The Ivors 2024. Her impassioned plea during her acceptance speech, which has been viewed over 3 million times, highlights the urgent need for fair compensation for songwriters.
Artists should be paid for their music, and this includes the crucial role of songwriters who often go unrecognized and undercompensated. RAYE, the winner of Songwriter of The Year at The Ivors 2024, brought attention to this issue with her impassioned speech, emphasizing the need for fair compensation for songwriters. She highlights the collaborative nature of songwriting, comparing it to authors who write books and should be paid when their work is sold.
RAYE’s advocacy is not just for herself but for all songwriters who often remain faceless and voiceless in the industry. Her speech resonates with many in the industry who have long struggled with the issue of unpaid royalties and the lack of recognition for the collaborative effort that goes into songwriting. She emphasizes that songwriting is not a solitary act but a collaborative process that involves working with musicians to create a unique sound. This collaborative effort deserves recognition and fair financial compensation.
“ Record labels need to pay for the songs that they’re profiting off, full stop. It’s as simple as that. It should be so obvious. It’s like a, uh, a publisher writes a book, and then gives it to a company to put the book in stores, and then they don’t get paid. Like, that’s what’s happening. And it’s wrong.[…] What’s happening is really wrong. Songwriters can’t pay rent and their songs are making people millions of pounds. It’s It’s just wrong.” – RAYE
The analogy she uses—comparing songwriters to authors who write books and then do not get paid when their work is sold—is a powerful one. It underscores the absurdity of the situation where creators are not compensated for their work, which is then used to generate profits for others.
It’s important to distinguish between the roles of songwriters and artists signed to labels. Songwriters may not always be the performing artists, and their compensation typically comes from publishers who collect and distribute royalties based on the use of the intellectual property of the music. While labels primarily pay their artists, there are instances where labels also act as publishers, and where the artist is also the songwriter.
RAYE’s release, “Genesis,” a 7-minute songwriting masterpiece, showcases her exceptional talent and serves as a testament to the value of songwriting. Her advocacy is not just for herself but for all songwriters who often remain faceless and voiceless in the industry.
The issue of fair compensation for artists is not new, but with the rise of streaming platforms and the changing landscape of the music industry, it has become increasingly relevant. Artists and songwriters are often at the mercy of record labels and streaming services, which can dictate the terms of their compensation.
The Ivors Academy, of which RAYE is a proud member, plays a crucial role in championing and inspiring songwriters around the world. The Academy’s work in advocating for the rights of songwriters and ensuring they are fairly compensated is more important than ever.
MN2S Label Services has recently announced the launch of a new online application form, now available for independent record labels and artists looking to expand their reach in the global music market. This initiative is part of their commitment to empowering independent musicians and labels by providing unparalleled digital distribution, rights management, licensing, and sync opportunities. MN2S has a history of working with a select group of carefully chosen labels across a broad spectrum of genres, ensuring each client can maximize their royalties while fully realizing their creative vision.
Now, they are opening their doors to new distribution clients. Whether you are an independent artist or a label, MN2S is here to help get your music heard by a wider audience. Independent artists and labels can apply by completing their straightforward online application form. Once submitted, their team will review the music and respond with feedback and potential next steps. This streamlined process is designed to make it easier than ever for talented individuals to benefit from their comprehensive suite of services.
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