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Can Artists Stop Politicians From Playing Their Songs at Campaign Events?

Artists frequently object when politicians play their songs at campaign rallies. But can they actually stop it? In this article, we explain how copyright law, performance rights organizations (ASCAP, BMI, SESAC), and the Lanham Act shape the legal battle over music at political events.

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What Is a Performance Rights Organization (PRO)? How Music Royalties Are Collected and Paid

If your music is being played publicly, you should be getting paid. But many artists don’t fully understand how Performance Rights Organizations (PROs) like ASCAP and BMI actually work—or how to collect those royalties. Here’s what you need to know.

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