Why Do You Need a License?
SESAC is a Performing Rights Organization recognized by the U.S. Copyright office, and if your customers can hear music in your business, then you need to secure a music performance license.
- It’s the law: U.S. Copyright Law requires a Public Performance License for the use of live and recorded music, TV, radio, or streaming music
- Thousands of Businesses large and small license with us – and have for over 90 years
- Customized Blanket Music Licenses created for your business needs
- Millions of Songs from top-selling writers and composers
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Bob Dylan
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Adele
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George Clinton
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Burna Boy
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Kings of Leon
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Kesha
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Kenny Rogers
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Margo Price
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YG
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Green Day
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Paloma Mami
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Rick Nielsen
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Shawn Stockman
SESAC Hits on the Charts
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SESAC Congratulates 2023 AIMP Award Nominees
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SESAC Celebrates 65th GRAMMY® Award Nominees
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Lily Haydn Talks About Scoring Netflix’s #1 Show, Ginny & Georgia
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2023 GRAMMY® Nominee Spotlight: PJ Morton
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2023 GRAMMY® Nominee Spotlight: Big Thief
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2023 GRAMMY® Nominee Spotlight: Snarky Puppy
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2023 GRAMMY® Nominee Spotlight: Dave Pittenger
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2023 GRAMMY® Nominee Spotlight: Federico Vindver
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2023 GRAMMY® Nominee Spotlight: Dixson
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2023 GRAMMY® Nominee Spotlight: Adele
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Burna Boy’s Mom Bose Ogulu Named Manager of the Year at 2022 Artist & Manager Awards
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Christian Nodal and Christina Aguilera Team Up For A Powerful Performance Of “Cuando Me Dé la Gana” at Latin GRAMMYs
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SESAC Celebrates Songwriters and Publishers at 2022 Nashville Music Awards
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Lee Brice Celebrates Back-To-Back Hits at Double #1 Party
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SESAC Latina Proudly Congratulates 2022 Latin GRAMMY Nominees
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Music Licensing Fees: How are they determined?
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What is a Performing Rights Organization (PRO)?
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Who is responsible for paying music licensing fees?
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Why You Need a Public Performance License
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Top 6 Music Licensing Questions
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Christian Nodal recibe el Premio Evolución Extraordinaria
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Christian Nodal está nominado para Premio Lo Nuestro
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Grammy Awards 2022 Winners Celebrated by SESAC
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SESAC Supports Creators For Ukraine
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Bryan-Michael Cox presented with Icon Award at SESAC Music Awards 2022
Eden Munoz wins Regional Mexican Songwriter of the Year at 2022 SESAC Latina Music Awards
Recognizing the Extraordinary Talents of Our Affiliates
SESAC is proud to recognize our talented affiliates across a variety of genres with our annual awards events.
What I love most about being a part of SESAC is the family feeling. Anytime I need anything – they are always there with open arms, ready to help any way they can. Jimmie Allen
What I love most about SESAC Latina, in addition to always being available for me when I call, is the relationship and the personal attention they give to me, and my career. SESAC is the best! Nicky Jam
SESAC feels like home to me. Their doors have always been open, long before I had any cuts or won any awards in Nashville, and I’m always so proud to say I’m a SESAC writer. Jenee Fleenor
SESAC has been an invaluable ally supporting my vision as a performer and songwriter for many years. I couldn’t ask for a better partner to represent my repertory and am honored to be a part of the SESAC family. Nikki Sixx
By Licensing With Us You Support the Creative Community
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Adele
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2023 GRAMMY® Nominee Spotlight
Read more about our affiliates who are nominated for 2023 GRAMMYs®
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Commonly Asked Questions
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How Do I Become an Affiliate?
SESAC is an invitation-only company, so the best route is to have your representative(s) (lawyer, manager, agent, etc.) contact us on your behalf. SESAC does not accept unsolicited submission.
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Where Can I Get a License?
Our Licensing Quick Start will help you figure out the type of license you need and how to purchase it.