Does SAMRO cover radio, TV and streaming music?

Yes, playing music from a radio, television or streaming service in a business can be a public performance of the musical work. SAMRO's licence categories cover background, recorded and broadcast music, and its application terms include radio and television playback.

Streaming also requires a service that permits commercial use. SAMRO covers the musical work, while SAMPRA can cover the sound recording.

Use the current SAMRO music user application and describe every source of music.

You do not need a separate SAMRO 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 SAMRO'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 SAMRO 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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