Sound Exchange

Our friends at TuneCore name names in new “Unpaid Artist” video

That sound in the background? It’s Jeff’s staff at TuneCore helping you generate royalties by playing internet radio, while Jeff himself begs you claim those royalties through SoundExchange. Haven’t registered yet? Today’s the day.

Our friends at TuneCore name names in new "Unpaid Artist" video

That sound in the background? It’s Jeff’s staff at TuneCore helping you generate royalties by playing internet radio, while Jeff himself begs you claim those royalties through SoundExchange. Haven’t registered yet? Today’s the day.

Most-Wanted Monday: A tribute to the starving artist

Whether it’s songwriters holed up in drafty garage apartments, or guitar players busking in the subway, the stereotypical image of the starving musician is familiar to all of us. But things are improving! We get notes back every time we send out checks, saying that our just-in-time royalty payment has paid for new winter coats, a much-needed pair of shoes, or helped someone make rent just in time.

Video Testimonial: Comedian Bob Marley says SoundExchange is ‘Wicked Cool’

Comedian Bob Marley stopped by the SoundExchange office this week to speak to our staff and pick up his first SoundExchange royalty check. The first (several) times we called him about unclaimed royalties, he thought SoundExchange sounded too good to be true.

Video Testimonial: Comedian Bob Marley says SoundExchange is 'Wicked Cool'

Comedian Bob Marley stopped by the SoundExchange office this week to speak to our staff and pick up his first SoundExchange royalty check. The first (several) times we called him about unclaimed royalties, he thought SoundExchange sounded too good to be true.

Testimonial Tuesday: Platinum Plus Records

This week’s testimonial arrived by email to our customer service team, from Robert Metzgar of Platinum Plus Records:

“Thank you so much for all the great work that you and all the members of the SoundExchange family do for all of us every day.  I hope you get a big raise this year because the wonderful work that all the people at SoundExchange are doing for the artist is just wonderful.”

Thanks for the kind words, Robert (maybe SoundExchange will get to be included in the next edition of your Artist Survival Manual!) And while we appreciate your hopes for our raises, your praises are what keep us coming to work.

Want to be featured on Testimonial Tuesday? Send your SoundExchange success story to LAnderson At SoundExchange.com

Most Wanted: The Mother of All Mondays (a Mother’s Day edition)

With yesterday being Mother’s Day (yes, if you forgot to call, you’re already in trouble), this week’s list topic was a no-brainer: Mother, and Day. With millions in unclaimed royalties still waiting at SoundExchange, we bet a few of these artists could get mom something nice.

Most Wanted: The Mother of All Mondays (a Mother's Day edition)

With yesterday being Mother’s Day (yes, if you forgot to call, you’re already in trouble), this week’s list topic was a no-brainer: Mother, and Day. With millions in unclaimed royalties still waiting at SoundExchange, we bet a few of these artists could get mom something nice.

Laughing all the way to the bank: Pandora to spin comedians, who earn SoundExchange royalties

 With Pandora’s announcement late last night that they will now offer customizable comedy stations along with their streaming music services, it’s a good day for a reminder:

Yes, comedians earn royalties through SoundExchange.  No joke.

Testimonial Tuesday: The Stats Say It All: Streaming Royalties Topped Subscriptions in 2010

Today’s testimonial comes straight from the newswire. The Associated Press reported this week that digital performance royalties, like those collected and distributed by SoundExchange, grew 60 percent during 2010, to nearly $250 Million. For the first time, streaming royalties are surpassing their subscription counterparts, and SoundExchangers are reaping the rewards.

The statistics show that SoundExchange’s contributions to industry income continue to grow, while sales and paid subscription services remain relatively constant.