Does SAMPRA cover radio, streaming and recorded music?

Yes. SAMPRA's music user guidance covers sound recordings played through radio, streaming, downloads, CDs and other devices in a public or commercial setting. A radio station's licence does not automatically cover the business premises where the radio is heard.

Personal streaming subscriptions do not cover the business obligation. Online radio, commercial audio services and monetised digital uses can have additional rules, so describe the complete use to SAMPRA.

See the current SAMPRA FAQ before relying on a streaming provider.

You do not need a separate SAMPRA 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 SAMPRA'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 SAMPRA 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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