The Mechanical
Licensing Collective

The MLC will strive to ensure songwriters, composers, lyricists, and music publishers receive mechanical royalties from streaming and download services (DSPs) in the United States.

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Play Your Part™

What can you do to prepare for the January 2021 launch of The MLC?

Preparing for 2021

We're Hiring!

We’re looking for the best and brightest to help us ensure creators and music publishers receive the digital mechanical royalties they deserve.

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01

We’re Here to Help

For too long, creators have had concerns about the mechanical royalties they receive for streams and downloads. The MLC is working to build a better process.

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02

Here's How to Play Your Part™

To make the process better, The MLC needs your help. There are things self-administered songwriters, composers, and lyricists can do now to prepare.

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03

Connect to Collect™

Later this year, self-administered creators will need to register with The MLC in order to access The MLC Portal and receive digital mechanical royalties. Sign up to stay informed on how you can Connect to Collect.

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