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  • in reply to: Let’s talk about Stable Audio AI #43731
    Art Munson
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    @LAwriter. I did not but that’s a good thought. Maybe I’ll ask ChatGPT, or Bard, to modify it for me. 🙂 On the other hand I still think I’d rather spend my time writing music than prompts. Couple that with the fact that a growing number of libraries will not accept any music with any element of AI in it.

    Art Munson
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    @Lincoman I’m getting detections up to today 10/21/23

    in reply to: BMI TV Royalties Down? #43663
    Art Munson
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    Yes it is Music1234 but I’m not surprised. Once I heard they were going “for profit” I assumed they would be screwing us over again. Sigh.. Hard to get too get excited about writing anything.

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    Art Munson
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    They do miss a number of detections but ever since they caught a commercial I would not have known about and netted about $18k, I’m not writing them off.

    in reply to: Protect Working Musicians Act of 2023 #43541
    Art Munson
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    Yes, great idea!

    in reply to: Protect Working Musicians Act of 2023 #43535
    Art Munson
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    Bump

    in reply to: What Genre of Library Music Sells The Best? #43517
    Art Munson
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    That’s a very broad question and I don’t believe you will find a simple answer but:

    Look at the trends. What genres are popular in film, TV, and advertising? What kinds of music are people listening to on streaming services? You can use tools like Google Trends and Spotify Charts to track trends and see what’s popular.

    Check out library music websites. Most library music websites have a section on their homepage where they highlight the most popular and in-demand genres. You can also browse their catalogs by genre to see what they have to offer.

    Here are some of the most in-demand and saleable genres for library music in 2023 (or any year):

    Hybrid genres. Hybrid genres that combine elements of different styles, such as pop-rock, electronica-jazz, and hip-hop-classical, are becoming increasingly popular.

    World music. World music from all over the globe is in high demand, especially for documentaries and travel shows.

    Ambient music. Ambient music is often used in corporate videos, commercials, and films to create a sense of mood or atmosphere.

    Cinematic music. Cinematic music is perfect for trailers, film scores, and video games.

    Upbeat, positive music. Upbeat, positive music is always in demand for commercials, advertising, and other media.

    Ultimately, the best way to choose genres for library music is to write music that you love and that you think is unique and original. If you’re writing music that you’re passionate about, it’s more likely to resonate with others and be successful.

    in reply to: What to Expect from Radio Ad Royalties #43459
    Art Munson
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    Congratulations on landing the deal Brian!

    Radio ad royalties can vary depending on a number of factors, including the size of the radio station, the type of ad, and the length of the campaign. In general, however, you can expect to earn anywhere from a few cents to a few dollars per airing.

    For a full year of terrestrial and internet radio worldwide, you could potentially earn several thousand dollars. However, it’s important to note that this is just a ballpark figure, and the actual amount you earn will depend on a number of factors.

    Here are some additional things to keep in mind:

    The size of the radio station: The larger the radio station, the more listeners it has, and the more royalties you will earn.

    The type of ad: If your ad is played during a prime time slot, you will earn more royalties than if it is played during a less popular time slot.

    in reply to: Identifyy #43455
    Art Munson
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    It shouldn’t be a problem if you remove from the library. It’s been my experience that Identifyy does not issue copyright strikes unless you request it. They will collect and pay you any royalties due.

    I am not a lawyer, this is just my 2 cents. 🙂

    in reply to: Is my music website a liability? #43421
    Art Munson
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    I think it’s worth it to have a site with direct links and the ability to sell licenses. If you do decide you might read this article.

    How To Make A Music Composer Website

    in reply to: TRQK.io a new broadcast detection service #43394
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    in reply to: Avoid double taxation of 30% – which form? #43392
    Art Munson
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    @dannyboy. Thanks for the update.

    in reply to: Avoid double taxation of 30% – which form? #43362
    Art Munson
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    @Atmos_Analog You are welcome.

    in reply to: Avoid double taxation of 30% – which form? #43358
    Art Munson
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    The tax form you need to submit to the Italian publisher/library is the W-8BEN form. This form is a certificate of foreign status that allows you to claim a reduced rate of withholding on your Italian royalties. The W-8BEN form is available on the IRS website.

    To complete the W-8BEN form, you will need to provide your name, address, taxpayer identification number (TIN), and country of residence. You will also need to check the box that indicates that you are a resident of the United States and that you are not subject to Italian taxation on your Italian royalties.

    Once you have completed the W-8BEN form, you should send it to the Italian publisher/library. You can also send the form to the IRS, but this is not required.

    Here are the steps on how to submit the W-8BEN form to avoid double taxation of 30%:

    Go to the IRS website and download the W-8BEN form.
    Complete the form and sign it.
    Send the form to the Italian publisher/library.
    Keep a copy of the form for your records.

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