PPL has signed Irish singer-songwriter CMAT for the collection of international neighbouring rights royalties. The British neighbouring rights society said that upon signing with PPL, CMAT will benefit from the organisation's "global reach and expertise in neighbouring rights." “CMAT is one of Ireland’s most distinctive and compelling voices, creating music that deeply connects with audiences around the world," said Kate Reilly, PPL’s Chief Membership and People Officer. "We’re proud that CMAT ...

The UK's Performing Right Society has appointed Dobs Vye, Emily Phillips, Simon Anderson and Ross Greening as new Directors to its Members’ Council at its Annual General Meeting (AGM). “PRS belongs to the songwriters, composers and publishers it represents," said Julian Nott, Chair of the PRS Members’ Council. "In a world where there is greater competition for eyes and ears than ever before, the Members’ Council is vital in putting members’ voices first and ensuring the society continues to ada...

French rights society SACEM has collected a record amount of €1.70 billion in 2025, up 6.5% over 2024, and distributed €1.50bn to 663,000 artists and publishers, a 9% increase from the year prior. The society collected €859 in France, a stable figure (€852m in 2024), and €845m from abroad, up 13 % compared to 2024 (€749m). SACEM's expense-to-revenue ratio reached 9.8%, which the society described as "one of the lowest in the world." Almost 40% of SACEM members' music streaming royalties are coll...