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Does copyright apply in the case of cover versions?
Yes. That is why the necessary rights must be acquired for the use of a cover version. In most cases this is done via us, GEMA. A cover is a new recording of an existing musical work, possibly also...
Does copyright apply in the case of cover versions?
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News
Europe’s first landmark ruling on AI: GEMA prevails against OpenAI
Today, in a court case which has attracted global interest brought by GEMA against U.S. provider of AI services OpenAI, the Regional Court in Munich handed down a very clear verdict: the way OpenAI...
Europe’s first landmark ruling on AI: GEMA prevails against OpenAI
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What are the deadlines for my claims?
It depends on each usage category how long you have time to submit a claim. We have listed the sectors with the relevant deadlines for you. What is the deadline for submitting a claim as a GEMA...
What are the deadlines for my claims?
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Help centre
Where do I find my membership number?
Where do I find my GEMA membership number? Each GEMA member has a membership number. You can find it in your Deed of Assignment - or in the Online Portal. false false Each GEMA member has a...
Where do I find my membership number?
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I have requested a change to my contract. Why did I receive a notice of termination of the contract?
My contract was terminated No problem! A partial change to your old contract is not possible. This is why we cancel it and issue a new one. More on this right here. false false We can put your...
I have requested a change to my contract. Why did I receive a notice of termination of the contract?
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Help centre
What is the so-called GEMA Foundation?
Our foundation is a recognised benevolent and charitable public foundation governed by civil law. Apart from our activities as a representative of the interests of music creators, we also carry out...
What is the so-called GEMA Foundation?
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How does GEMA membership come about?
How a GEMA membership comes into being false false Once you have completed the admission procedure, membership is achieved by concluding a so-called Deed of Assignment. By signing the latter,...
How does GEMA membership come about?
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Help centre
Why do I have to confirm during the work declaration process that my work was not created exclusively by AI?
Generative artificial intelligence (genAI) allows you to “produce” music in just seconds and distribute it to the masses with a single mouse click. To prevent damage to the musical and cultural...
Why do I have to confirm during the work declaration process that my work was not created exclusively by AI?
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Help centre
Was ist Licensr?
Licensr ist eine Self-Service-Plattform von ICE, um Musik für Online-Musikdienste lizenzieren zu lassen. Allerdings können Sie mit Licensr auch nur den Preis berechnen und später eine Lizenz...
Was ist Licensr?
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Help centre
What does a GEMA membership cost?
false false There is a one-off admission fee to become a member. Creators pay €90.00 (plus 19% VAT; a total of €107.10), and music publishers pay €180.00 (plus 19% VAT; a total of €214.20). If...
What does a GEMA membership cost?
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News
SoundAware übernimmt Monitoring im öffentlich-rechtlichen Rundfunk
SoundAware greift bei seiner Musikerkennung unter anderem auf die GEMA Soundfile Datenbank zurück. Fehlende Soundfiles können dazu führen, dass sich die Ausschüttung verzögert oder Tantiemen nicht...
SoundAware übernimmt Monitoring im öffentlich-rechtlichen Rundfunk
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When will the next distribution for physical music media (audio and audio-visual media) take place?
false false We expect to announce the next distribution date for MT VR and GT VR in spring 2026.
When will the next distribution for physical music media (audio and audio-visual media) take place?
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About GEMA
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Kathrin Denner In welchem Bereich bin ich tätig? Ich bin Safi: Komponistin, Texterin, Sängerin, Musikerin, schreibe PostPunk/Avantgarde (Rock-Pop) für Drums, Elektro, E-Gitarren, vor allem...
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Which insurance solutions does GEMA offer its members?
false false Based on our experience, insurances were structured for exactly those areas that are of importance to music creators. Depending on the respective needs, they can be customised to...
Which insurance solutions does GEMA offer its members?
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When does GEMA membership make sense for me?
We always look forward to welcoming new members. Find out here whether a membership makes economic sense for you. When a GEMA membership makes sense false false We always look forward to...
When does GEMA membership make sense for me?
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Help centre
Who chooses the winners?
false false The winners will be selected by the respective event promoters. If it is a showcase at GEMA (such as the Long Night of Music), the winner will be selected via an internal vote by all...
Who chooses the winners?
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Help centre
How can I ensure my works are protected?
Thanks to the German Copyright Act, your works are automatically protected. You do not have to do anything for the protection of your works. Here are some specifics. You do not need to do anything....
How can I ensure my works are protected?
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About GEMA
Delegierte Textdichter
TEXTDICHTER Heiko Benjes More Information Close TEXTDICHTER Heiko Benjes In welchem Bereich bin ich tätig? Sänger (Bass) in zwei a cappella Formationen aus Ansbach bzw. Berlin, für beide als Texter...
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Can I continue to use the Online Portal in future without the 2FA method?
Can I continue to use the Online Portal in future without the 2FA method? false false As a GEMA member and/or employee of a sister society/organisation, using the two-factor authentication method...
Can I continue to use the Online Portal in future without the 2FA method?
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Help centre
What is a permanent licence and what is an individual licence?
false false We no longer use either term. Just to be clear though: A permanent licence means a contract. Music is used here over a longer period of time. An individual licence relates to...
What is a permanent licence and what is an individual licence?
