Does SESAC cover radio, TV and streaming music?

SESAC can license SESAC musical works performed publicly through radio, television, internet streaming, records and other playback methods. The official SESAC FAQ treats both live and recorded performances as potentially requiring permission.

The licence is limited to SESAC's musical work rights. A streaming service must permit commercial use, and the sound recording or a video use may require separate rights.

Check the current SESAC licensing FAQ for your use and keep the service terms with the licence records.

You do not need a separate SESAC 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 SESAC'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 SESAC 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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