To copy, manufacture and distribute products as an incentive or promotion only across all formats (e.g. CD, DVD, cassette, memory stick (with space) etc.)
In order to use Commercial and/or Production music you need to apply for separate clearance.
Where using Commerical music only:
To obtain clearance you must complete an Information Supply form. This should be done as far in advance as possible to ensure that clearance is obtained for when you need it. If you are using Commercial and Production music you must obtain clearance for both separately before manufacture of the product can go ahead.
Please note that it is not always possible to obtain clearance for certain music for use under this scheme (especially in connection with cigarette and alcohol brands). Alternative track lists are strongly advised.
If you need clearance for any sound recording copyright you will need to contact Phonographic Performance Ltd (PPL) on 020 7534 1000.
Where using Production music only:
To obtain clearance please refer to the Production Music section of the website.
Charges for the use of Commercial music are negotiated on an individual basis. See below for a brief guideline (applicable when products are supplied free of charge):
CD: 5p per musical work per unit
Audio-Visual Formats: 1p per minute per musical work per unit (subject to a min of 1.5p per musical work per unit).
Please note any additional costs required to obtain the product (i.e. a token offer) will usually result in an increased charge.
Contact us for information on rates for other formats.
Where using Commerical music:
Request submitted to MCPS ---> MCPS discuss charges with relevant copyright holders (where MCPS members) ---> Request approved - MCPS inform you of charges ---> Application for clearance submitted to MCPS ---> Conditional clearance granted until payment received (within 7 days).
Where using Production music:
View the Production Music FAQs or Production Music Guide for further information.
Discs supplied with magazines/ newspapers without third party association (covered under the AP7 scheme).
Products under this scheme may not be sold. Prior approval is always required. Agreed number of units manufactured only (permission for a repress should be sought to manufacture more units).
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