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*Please note that this is an approximate amount. The amount shown is divided among all the entitled parties involved in the work. Supplements and caps are not considered. Radio is as popular as...
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Radio, TV and film
It has been three years since GEMA began to make its distributions in the broadcasting rights distribution categories for uses by public service broadcasters (ARD, ZDF and Deutschlandradio - both...
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Radio, TV, Film
Sound Film on TV (incl. Advertising) (T FS / T FS VR) Monitoring information Cinema (Sound Film) (T/TD/TD VR) In a nutshell We have produced a leaflet that provides all the essential information...
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In which cases can I enter into a contract?
Conclude a contract with GEMA As soon as you use music permanently, you can conclude a contract with GEMA. Details can be found here. false false If you use music permanently, such as letting a...
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Music Fight Fraud Alliance Elects New Leaders and Welcomes 12 New Members
“Streaming fraud undermines trust in the global music market by diverting value away from real creators. Since fraud doesn’t stop at national borders, strong international collaboration and shared...
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What can I do if my work has been edited without my consent?
What can I do if my work has been edited without my consent? If you wish to take legal action against this, it is best to seek the assistance of a solicitor specialising in media law. false false ...
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There are works that I am involved in that have been registered at GEMA before I joined up. What can I do that I am taken into account as a member for the royalty payout in future?
false In this case, please send an email to werke@gema.de and ask that the works in question are allocated to your membership number. The best way to go about this is that you create a list with...
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I have given notice of termination of my contract, why has it not been ended immediately?
Terminating your GEMA contract depends on the notice period. The period is mentioned in your documents. Any open questions? Here’s how to contact us. Termination of my GEMA contract false false ...
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Webradio
Music users Tarifübersicht Webradio Tarif Premium-Radio (S-VR/PHf-Pr) Link Was kann ich z. B. mit diesem Tarif anmelden? Unser Online-Service zur Lizenzierung von Webradios steht allen Webradios...
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Why can I not register with my e-mail address and my code?
The code we sent to you should only be used for linking the Online Portal and the customer account. It is not your initial password. Please set your own personal password in connection with your...
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Are there any restrictions for making a claim?
GEMA - are there restrictions for submitting claims? As a GEMA member, you can submit claims via the GEMA Online Portal, quickly and efficiently, , namely for the following types of use. false...
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Langzeitstudie der GEMA zeigt: Weniger deutschsprachige Musik im Radio
„Unsere Mitglieder profitieren insbesondere von Radioprogrammen mit einer großen kulturellen Bandbreite, die wir anhand der GEMA Kulturfaktoren ermitteln und fördern.“ – Stephanie Scharmann,...
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What is a setlist?
A setlist (also track list) is a pre-determined order of songs which are played at a live music event. If you are performing on stage yourself, you will know how important the setlist is for the...
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Can I also upload the entire score of a film and a radio play?
false false The sound file may only contain the composer's own work. Ideally, all tracks (cues) of a score should always be uploaded individually. Alternatively: the entire score as a continuous...
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Types of use
Get help – quickly! If you need us, our help centre offers answers to your questions – it is quick and easy to use and accessible to you 24/7 – and there are no waiting times. Go to the help centre...
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How can I prove that I am the creator?
By sending a letter to your own address with a sound recording or the music score of your work. By means of the post stamp everyone can check when the work has been dispatched. Important: Do not...
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Details of our online services
My portal access permissions Go to the portal permissions My portal permissions Go to my portal permissions Sound file upload Go to the upload Keep an eye on your finances. The service My financial...
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How does GEMA know where and how often my works were used?
There are various ways and means to find out. Organisers of live events are, for example, obliged to submit a playlist (setlist) after the event. In the broadcasting sector (TV and radio), the...
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How does GEMA know where and how often my works were used?
There are various ways and means to find out. Organisers of live events are, for example, obliged to submit a playlist (setlist) after the event. In the broadcasting sector (TV and radio), the...
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10 Jahre Radiokulturpreis: GEMA zeichnet BR-KLASSIK und Schlager Radio aus
Christina Zander Kathrin Greven Im digitalen Zeitalter bleibt das Radio ein unverzichtbares Medium: Es informiert, unterhält, schafft kulturelle Vielfalt, fördert musikalische Entdeckungen und...
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CISAC Global Collections Report 2025: Global creators’ royalties reach €13.97 billion, powered by digital growth
false CISAC-Logo.jpg 2025-11-06 14:52 November 6, 2025, PARIS – The CISAC Global Collections Report 2025 was released today, the definitive annual analysis of creator royalties across the global...
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APRA and CISAC celebrate 100 years of protecting creators’ rights
2026-03-06 08:00 100 years on from when they were both formed on opposite sides of the globe on the principle that creative work carries economic value that must be recognised and protected, the...
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Embassy of Music
The studio, acquired by Konrad von Löhneysen (founder and CEO of Embassy of Music / Embassy One) and jointly run with GEMA in Berlin has been available to rent since the beginning of 2023. The...
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Tarif WR-Best
Musik als Teil der Trauerzeremonie Tarif für die Nutzung von Werken des GEMA Repertoires bei Bestattungen (Tarif WR-Best) Der Tarif WR-Best gilt bei Nutzung von Werken des GEMA Repertoires...
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Authors meet European policymakers in Brussels to call for urgent action on AI and streaming
false GEMA joined other European authors at the European Parliament yesterday to discuss issues that are severely impacting the creative sector. Standard Sharing Image für News ...
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Weihnachtshits
Scroll down Heading Example Ein deutscher Weihnachtsklassiker. Und der beste Song aller Zeiten. Viel Feierlichkeit und ein Notausgang Die Weihnachtssongs ragen in der Musikwelt hervor. Sie bilden...
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What are royalties in the music business?
Royalties are the income that you get as a GEMA member after deduction of admin costs. Find out more here. What are royalties in the music business? false false If your works are used, you, the...
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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...
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Musik als Wirtschaftsfaktor: Studie belegt Umsatzsteigerung durch Hintergrundmusik
Die im Auftrag der GEMA durchgeführte „Music Impact Studie” liefert erstmals einen wissenschaftlich fundierten Nachweis: Hintergrundmusik steigert den Umsatz im Einzelhandel um durchschnittlich 8...
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Stability in turbulent times: GEMA achieves strong result in financial year 2024
Nadine Remus Christina Zander Standard Sharing Image für News lorenzo-colombini-pressebild-c-sebastian-linder-square-300px “We have a solid financial foundation. Despite inflation-related...
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GEMA Aufsichtsrat: Monika Roscher übernimmt stellvertretendes Mandat
Dr. Ralf Weigand, Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender der GEMA, dankt Anna Depenbusch für ihr Engagement: „Anna Depenbusch ist sowohl als Komponistin aber natürlich auch als Interpretin eine wunderbare...
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Landmark declaration signed live on stage at the CISAC General Assembly following emotional tribute from creators around the world
Creators from across the globe united in Paris today to issue a landmark declaration calling for the protection of human creativity as artificial intelligence rapidly transforms the cultural and...
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I would like to upload music on a video platform such as YouTube or Twitch. What do I need to consider?
Do you want to use music on YouTube or Twitch? Here’s everything you need to know. First things first: It is easier than you may think, especially if you use music for personal purposes on the...
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Hörfunk
Informationen für Hersteller von Werbespots Get help – quickly! If you need us, our help centre offers answers to your questions – it is quick and easy to use and accessible to you 24/7 – and there...
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How can I add details to sound recordings for my work?
Information can only be added to sound recordings by GEMA members who are direct participants in the works, and/or by their legal successors or authorised representatives. The easiest way to add...
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Election of delegates
Karin Dulau-Bartkowski More Information Close Karin Dulau-Bartkowski In welchem Bereich bin ich tätig? Mein Name ist Karin Dulau-Bartkowski. Ich bin Rechtsnachfolgerin von Manfred Dulau. Ich bin...
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Radiokulturpreis
Eine Fachjury – der Hörfunkausschuss, der aus Mitgliedern des Aufsichtsrats und des Werkausschusses besteht – ermittelt einerseits anhand der zehn GEMA Kulturfaktoren die Preisträger. Andererseits...
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Groover
Redeem your discount now As a GEMA member, you get a 15% discount on one promotional campaign per quarter. Secure a discount code and register with Groover. Our partner has more details for you on,...
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Song Economy
Song DATA Welche Musik wird in Deutschland gehört? paragraph is a self-contained unit of a discourse in writing dealing with a particular point or idea. Paragraphs are usually an expected part of...
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Wechsel im Aufsichtsrat der GEMA: Charlotte Seither beendet ihr Mandat, Michelle Leonard und Johannes X. Schachtner neu gewählt
Dr. Charlotte Seither, seit 2016 Mitglied des Aufsichtsrats der Gesellschaft für musikalische Aufführungs- und mechanische Vervielfältigungsrechte (GEMA), beendet ihre Tätigkeit in dem Gremium. Auf...
Wechsel im Aufsichtsrat der GEMA: Charlotte Seither beendet ihr Mandat, Michelle Leonard und Johannes X. Schachtner neu gewählt
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What does it cost to use music in public?
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You have two options to determine this:You can either use our various price calculators. Or you go to our overview page tariff overview...