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MUSIC PUBLISHING
GLOSSARY

Pay Source

A pay source is a general term to identify any rights organization, collection society, or digital service provider that pays out royalties earned for the use of a song. 

Related Terms:

  • Collection Society
  • Collective Management Organization (CMO)
  • Rights Administration Entity (RAE)
  • Mechanical Rights Organization (MRO)
  • Performing Rights Organizations (PRO)

Related Articles:

  • Defining Pay Sources: The Difference Between a PRO and CMO
  • A Guide to Key Pay Sources in the U.S.
  • A Guide to Key Pay Sources in Mexico
  • A Guide to Key Pay Sources in the United Kingdom
  • A Guide to Key Pay Sources in Brazil
  • A Guide to Key Pay Sources in Ireland
  • Where does Songtrust collect royalties from?

Related Resources:

  • Songtrust's Global Royalty Collection Network


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