How does PPL PRS calculate the fee?

PPL PRS uses different tariffs for different business uses. Information that may be relevant includes the size of the premises, number of employees, venue capacity, devices used, whether music is background or featured and whether there are live performances.

Give a complete description of every music use. A quote for a small background music setup may not cover a DJ, live event, large screen, extra location or online use.

Use the current TheMusicLicence background music guidance for the quote. Published examples can change.

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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