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?
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