The Mechanical Licensing Collective

In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, The MLC’s Jamie Dominguez sits down with Grammy-winning, multi-platinum producer Jerry Wonda Duplessis — the creative force behind The Score, “Hips Don’t Lie,” “Maria Maria,” “My Love Is Your Love,” and countless other global hits. Recorded live at SXSW in Austin, Jerry shares why he bought back and now owns 100% of his catalog—and why he has no plans to sell it. He and Jamie dive into the importance of understanding publishing and royalties, building a legacy, and treating your music like the valuable asset it is. Whether you’re a songwriter, producer, or artist, this conversation is packed with practical insights to help you protect your work and build a career that lasts. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gpDYC3yP #TheMLC #TakingCareOfYourMusicBusiness #SongwritersGetPaid #MusicMeansBusiness #MusicBizPodcast

👀 Did you know you don’t always have to register musical works (a.k.a. songs) from scratch with The MLC? If a song is already in The MLC’s database, you may be able to use the Claiming Tool to claim your share of that existing work. 🎵Here’s an example: You co-wrote a song 50/50. Your co-writer already registered the work with The MLC, but you haven’t claimed your share yet. Instead of creating a new registration, you can use the Claiming Tool to add your ownership share to the existing work. It’s a simple way to help make sure your share is connected to the right song. #themlc #songwritersgetpaid #streamingroyalties #musicmeansbusiness

📢 Attention music publishers & administrators! Do you have questions about managing your royalties with The MLC? We’ve got answers! Join us for an interactive Q&A webinar designed specifically for music publishers and administrators. 🎼 📅 Date: Tuesday, Sept 8, 11am CT ⭐ What to expect: ✔️ Insights on how The MLC works with music publishers ✔️ Expert guidance on navigating The MLC Portal ✔️ Live Q&A to get your pressing questions answered 💻 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eBUnaKtY #TheMLC #songwritersgetpaid #streamingroyalties #musicmeansbusiness 

Building a music career often means wearing a lot of hats, and understanding your royalties should be one of them. 🎙️ In this episode of Taking Care of Your Music Business, The MLC’s Jamie Dominguez sits down with Andrew Wetzel – musician, label owner of Oxide Records, music publisher, artist manager, and co-founder of the pioneering band Attack! Attack! – for a deep dive into the world of streaming royalties. Together, they break down the “Holy Trinity” of royalty payments – your PRO, The MLC, and SoundExchange – and explain the key differences between mechanical and performance royalties. They also cover why having a publishing entity doesn’tnecessarily mean you’re collecting your mechanical royalties, why your IPI number and accurate metadata matter, and how tracking your splits from day one can help ensure you’re paid correctly. 🎙️ Powerful reminder: as a music creator, you're the CEO of your career. If you're building a team, navigating the music industry, or simply trying to better understand the business behind your music, this episode is full of practical advice you can put to work. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gpDYC3yP #TheMLC #TakingCareOfYourMusicBusiness #SongwritersGetPaid #StreamingRoyalties #MusicMeansBusiness            

The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) Fireside Chat Friday, August 28, 2026 • 3:45 PM – 4:10 PM • Frenchmen I (2nd Floor) Session Overview A focused fireside conversation on the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC): what it does, why it matters for songwriter and publisher royalties, and how the collection and payment process actually works in practice.

One stream can generate multiple royalties. 💸    Knowing which royalties exist – and where they come from – is one of the most valuable things a music creator can learn.    We’ve broken down the digital royalty landscape into a simple visual guide to help connect the dots.    Save this post for later, and check out the complete guide: https://lnkd.in/givNXqhg #TheMLC #SongwritersGetPaid #StreamingRoyalties #MusicMeansBusiness 

🎶 Heading to Americana Music Association's #AMERICANAFEST? Join The MLC for a conversation about your music — and your money. The MLC’s Jamie Dominguez, National Director of Industry Relations, will moderate “Your Music Money Made Simple: Understanding Digital Royalties” at AMERICANAFEST 2026. From the moment a song is created to every stream, play, and download, there are multiple ways royalties are generated along the way. This expert panel will break down the journey of a song’s earnings, explore different royalty types and share practical strategies to help music creators better understand, track and maximize their revenue. 🎤 Panelists:  Jamie Dominguez — National Director of Industry Relations, The MLC   SHANNON SANDERS — Executive Director of Creative, Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI)  Marc Rucker — Director of Artist & Industry Relations, SoundExchange  Raleigh Berschback — Writer and Industry Relations Manager, Songtrust 📅 Wednesday, September 16  ⏰ 3pm – 4pm  📍 Embassy Suites | Riverbed A&B If you’re a songwriter, creator, manager or music industry professional looking to better understand where music money comes from — and how to make sure you’re taking advantage of every opportunity — add this session to your AMERICANAFEST schedule. See you there!  #AMERICANAFEST #TheMLC #SongwritersGetPaid #StreamingRoyalties #MusicBusiness #MusicMeansBusiness 

🎓 Hey music biz students! Ready to stand out in the music industry? Applications for The MLC’s Fall 2026 Student Ambassador Program are open through September 13, 2026. If you’re a college or university student who’s passionate about music, songwriting, and helping creators understand how they get paid, this is your chance to build your industry knowledge while making an impact on campus. As a Student Ambassador, you’ll: ✨ Learn more about The MLC and the music business 🎵 Help educate your peers about mechanical royalties 🏆 Earn an official Student Ambassador digital badge for your resume, LinkedIn, and more Don’t miss your chance to be part of the next Student Ambassador class. Applications are open through September 13. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/gEPHRfSj #TheMLC #TheMLCEdu #TheMLCStudentAmbassador #SongwritersGetPaid #StreamingRoyalties #MusicMeansBusiness

#MLCmembers! Ever have questions about your monthly royalty payments from The MLC? We’ve got you covered! Join us TOMORROW, August 18th, at 11am CT for our webinar all about Understanding Your Royalty Statements. In this webinar, we will:  ✅ Break down your monthly royalty statements so you can fully understand what’s coming your way   ✅ Explore the Member Hub within The MLC Portal and discover how to make it work for you   ✅ Answer any questions you have in our live Q&A   ✨Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today at https://lnkd.in/eHwNNMSG #TheMLC #songwritersgetpaid #themlceducation #streamingroyalties #musicmeansbusiness