Advocacy

Meaningful changes are necessary to ensure that creators at all stages of their careers receive fair compensation for their work:

• Increased transparency alongside the development and implementation of new streaming remuneration models.
• Establishment of modern digital royalty minimums for all artists irrespective of when their contracts were signed.
• Collaboration between PRO/CMO’s and DSP’s to enhance royalty attribution accuracy and transparency.

Many barriers exist at the European level that impede performers’ ability to tour and limit European music exports.

• Removal of double taxation and withholding tax burdens for musician’s performances, especially when the performance produces no profit.
• Reduction of costs and bureaucratic hurdles for European musicians touring outside of the EU, specifically with regards to UK & USA touring.
• Support for grassroots music venues, recognising their important cultural and economic contribution.
• Support for artists to embrace environmentally sustainable touring practices.

Establishing robust frameworks is essential to ensure that technological progress supports, rather than undermines, the creative sector. This includes:

• Ensuring fair remuneration and crediting for artists’ work being used in generative AI models.
• Guaranteeing artists the ability to opt-in to AI training models.
• Creating frameworks for continued protections against exploitative technological practices.

A vibrant music industry that offers equitable support and a safe and inclusive working environment is necessary to nurture diverse talent and unlock its full potential.

• Comprehensive funding support for emerging musicians and managers from diverse backgrounds
• Targeted research, training, mentoring and resources for managers and artists to be created and disseminated.
• Implementing policies to address and eliminate the gender pay gap.