Aussie Musos To Be Paid For Their Tunes On Facebook, Instagram

Aussie Musos To Be Paid For Their Tunes On Facebook, Instagram
B&T Magazine
By B&T Magazine



APRA AMCOS’ deal with Facebook licenses the use of the millions of songs it represents in Australia and New Zealand including the songs of its 95,000 songwriter and publisher members. Facebook has a community of more than 2 billion people and continues to grow globally.

“We are delighted to be working with Facebook to ensure the creative content of our members and affiliates that is used on the platform is fairly remunerated,” said Dean Ormston, APRA AMCOS Chief Executive.

“This is a landmark deal not just for songwriters, composers and music publishers, it also provides the Australian and New Zealand public with peace of mind that music rights holders will be compensated for the use of their works on Facebook.”

“Whether it’s live music or digital, the sustainability of Australian and New Zealand music relies on our industry working in partnership with platforms like Facebook to support new developments in music consumption, ensure the public has access to great music and that music creators have a sustainable industry that supports their careers,” Mr Ormston said.

“We are excited to announce our partnership with APRA AMCOS. Music is an incredible source of expression and connection. We look forward to developing innovative ways to use music-related features to help people connect with each other, their communities and their favourite artists,” said Anjali Southward, Head of International Music Publishing Business Development.

Facebook users in Australia and New Zealand are now able to use music in a variety of exciting, creative and, importantly, legal ways. As part of the agreement, APRA AMCOS will be working with Facebook to help develop its rights reporting system.

Financial details of the agreement are confidential. The Australasian deal follows agreements between Facebook and rights management organisations in other territories such as the UK, Sweden and Germany.




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