Does TheMusicLicence cover radio, TV and streaming?

Yes, these are common business uses. PPL PRS says TheMusicLicence can cover music played through radio, television, other digital devices and commercial streaming in a UK business.

The streaming service must also permit commercial use. A personal Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music or YouTube account does not become a business service because TheMusicLicence has been paid.

For streaming details, read the official PPL PRS streaming guidance.

You do not need a separate PPL PRS licence if you only use MelloJam

If your business plays only MelloJam music through the MelloJam player, you are not using music from the repertoire covered by PPL PRS's licensing route. MelloJam's original catalogue and the commercial playback rights it controls are included in your MelloJam plan, so you do not need a separate licence from PPL PRS for the MelloJam playback itself.

A separate non-waivable venue charge can still apply where local law imposes one. Radio, television, Spotify, other recordings, live music, DJs, events, copying and online use are outside the MelloJam plan.

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