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Radio - a continuing success story Distribution in the Radio categories (R, R VR) Radio categories easily explained Your song on the radio? Calculate the amount of your GEMA royalties here! My song...
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Radio, TV and film
TV and Film Financial Year 2023 Link It has been three years since GEMA began to make its distributions in the broadcasting rights distribution categories for uses by public service broadcasters...
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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?
If you use music permanently, such as letting a radio play at a hairdresser’s or playing back music from a CD in a retail shop. Notify us of the music use. Best to do so in our Online Portal, and...
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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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Radio-Report
Mehr zu den Kulturfaktoren: § 98 GEMA Verteilungsplan Hintergrundinformationen zum GEMA Radio-Report Vergleich deutschsprachige Musik Close Hintergrundinformationen zu allen Zahlen: Die...
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Global creators’ royalties up 7.6% to new high of EUR13.1 billion in 2023
Global royalties for authors reached a new record high in 2023. This is shown in the new Global Collections Report published by CISAC today. This development was driven by the digital and live...
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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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Song Economy: Die GEMA öffnet ihren Datenschatz
Die GEMA unterstützt Musikschaffende und die Musikbranche zukünftig mit Insights aus ihrem umfangreichen Datenbestand. Mit der neuen Plattform „Song Economy“ gewährt sie exklusive Einblicke in...
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Global creators’ collections grow by a record 26.7% to EUR12.1 billion in 2022
CISAC has published its global collections report for the financial year 2022. According to the report, the global creative industry has fully recovered from the corona pandemic. Global revenues...
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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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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?
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 all...
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I have given notice of termination of my contract, why has it not been ended immediately?
The actual end date of the contract depends on the notice period. It is best if you check your documents how long the notice period is in your case. If there are still any open issues, please...
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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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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?
If a soundfile only contains one work, the score can be uploaded in summary. If individual tracks are also used in other productions (e.g. series), we recommend that you upload several files. GEMA...
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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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Financial year 2022: GEMA stronger than ever with a record financial result
Despite the challenging situation in society and the economy as a whole, music collecting society GEMA achieved its best result ever in 2022. Its total revenues for the financial year were EUR...
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Als die Rechte an den Beatles-Songs Michael Jackson gehörten
Für Michael Jackson waren es die besten Songs, die jemals geschrieben wurden. Deshalb sicherte er sich die Rechte. Das angelsächsische Copyright machte es möglich. Paul McCartney hatte ihm selbst...
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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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Dr. Tobias Holzmüller to succeed Dr Harald Heker as GEMA CEO
Change at the top: After 17 years, the GEMA CEO, Dr. Harald Heker, will retire on September 30, 2023. Dr. Tobias Holzmüller, chief legal counsel of the collective management organisation since...
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Gibt es Einschränkungen beim Reklamieren?
In unserem Onlineportal haben Sie die Möglichkeit, schnell und unkompliziert zu reklamieren, wenn Ihre Werke in einer falschen Sparte, mit falschen Anteilen oder mit einer fehlerhaften Bewertung...
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Ein Konzert veranstalten: Was ist zu beachten?
Konzerte sind Highlights für alle Musikliebhaber; Live-Musik schafft Gemeinschaft und verbindet Künstlerinnen und Fans. Planst du ein Konzert? Mit unserer Checkliste für Veranstalter wird dein...
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Queer Music – die ultimative Playlist für den Pride Month
Conchita Wurst, Harry Styles, Lady Gaga – wir präsentieren zehn Songs, die auf keiner CSD-Party fehlen dürfen. true Regenbogenfarben_Herz Denken wir an typische Musik für den...
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Langzeitstudie der GEMA zeigt: Weniger deutschsprachige Musik im Radio
In einer Langzeitstudie hat die GEMA über zwölf Jahre hinweg die Programme der Radiosender in Deutschland ausgewertet. Die Ergebnisse veröffentlicht sie nun auf ihrer Datenplattform „Song Economy“....
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GEMA würdigt BR Heimat und delta radio mit dem Radiokulturpreis
Im Jubiläumsjahr des Radios geht der Radiokulturpreis der GEMA nach München zu BR Heimat und an delta radio in Kiel. Beide Sender werden für ihre bemerkenswerte Programmgestaltung und...
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Authors meet European policymakers in Brussels to call for urgent action on AI and streaming
GEMA joined other European authors at the European Parliament yesterday to discuss issues that are severely impacting the creative sector. false Standard Sharing Image für News The event, called...
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What are royalties in the music business?
If your works are used, you, the creator or publisher, will receive payments; they are also known as royalties. In order to receive such royalties, you assign the exploitation rights for your...
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KI-basierte Stem-Separation mit Hit’n’Mix RipX
Wir haben GEMA Mitglieder gefragt, welche KI-Tools sie bereits im Kreativprozess nutzen. Florian Kreier, auch bekannt als Angela Aux, berichtet von seinen Erfahrungen mit Hit’n’Mix RipX DeepRemix....
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When does GEMA membership make sense for me?
We always look forward to welcoming new members. Before you decided to become a member, you should ensure that a membership makes economic sense to you as a creator. This is the case if your own...
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Stability in turbulent times: GEMA achieves strong result in financial year 2024
Economic stability, efficient operations and cultural responsibility: In a globally tense environment, GEMA achieved a compelling financial result in 2024. Total revenue rose to around EUR 1.33...
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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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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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GEMA trauert um Jörg Evers
Der Komponist und Musiker Jörg Evers ist unerwartet am vergangenen Sonntag verstorben. Er schuf über 600 Werke und verzeichnete zahlreiche nationale und internationale Auszeichnungen. Seit 2000 war...
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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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Alte und neue Töne zur Weihnachtszeit
Welcher Weihnachtsmusik-Typ sind Sie? Hauptsache festlich? Lieber modern? Oder schön kitschig? Egal, ob klassischer Kinderchor oder freche Rockband – der Advent mit seinen Weihnachtsfeiern, Treffen...
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Weihnachtshits
Viel Feierlichkeit und ein Notausgang Nostalgie in den Setlists * Die Hitlisten beruhen auf gemeldeten Musiknutzungen bzw. GEMA Ausschüttungszahlen aus dem Jahr 2023. Welche Weihnachtshits werden...
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Live and reproduction
Information on distribution (financial year 2023) Categories DK and DK VR Link Categories U, UD and M Link Categories E, ED, EM and BM Link Music in Church Link Entertainment Music Playback Link In...
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About Song Economy
8. April 2025 GEMA Geschäftszahlen 2015-2024 Wie steht es um die Musikbranche in Deutschland? Welche Ertragsbereiche wachsen, welche gehen zurück? Wo wird am meisten Umsatz mit Musik-Urheberrechten...
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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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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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SubmitHub
To the link SubmitHub connects performers with curators 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...
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Category M
Nowadays music is played in many public places – ranging from bars, cafés and restaurants to hair salons, supermarkets and retail shops. Even in waiting rooms, there is often background music...
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Tarif VR-MT-H
So melden Sie die Bildtonträger an Um den Tarif anzumelden, schicken Sie uns bitte eine Nachricht an kontakt@gema.de mit folgenden Informationen: Kundennummer (falls vorhanden) Vor- und Nachnamen...
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Tarif WR-San für Sanitäreinrichtungen
Tarif WR-SAN (gültig ab 01.01.2025) Link Die Vergütungssätze gelten für Musikwiedergaben mittels Radio oder Tonträger in Sanitäranlagen (Tarif WR-San) Eine Sanitäranlage kann aus Damen-, Herren-,...
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Gastronomie
Paket Gastronomie S 24/7 Lieblingslieder abspielen Basis-Leistungen* Radio Audiostreaming/Tonträger (z. B. CD) TV Videostreaming/DVD ab 64,09 € mtl. Preis ermitteln Das Paket umfasst einzelne...
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Soundfile Upload
What is a soundfile? In general, your new registered work will be displayed in the sound file upload within about 24 hours. If a large number of work registrations are received by GEMA...
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Christmas markets 2024: how market organisers can correctly license music use with GEMA
It’s hard to imagine Christmas markets without music. To facilitate correct use of music at Christmas markets in 2024, GEMA provides information on the relevant tariffs and the resulting licence...
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Paul Abraham Preis
Geboren in Bremen, Studium an der Universität der Künste Berlin. Er schrieb die Musik für Musicals wie BABYTALK, ELTERNABEND, LETTERLAND, GRIMM, MEIN AVATAR & ICH, KEIN PARDON, KOPFKINO („Best...
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Monitoring
User manual Soundfile Link Soundfile Upload in Online Portal Link A sound file consists of: The audio file of a musical work Metadata about the work and the recording (work title, work number,...
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Gigmit
Home Music creators GEMAplus Gigmit Gigmit was founded to simplify concert booking substantially. The global booking platform for live music brings together as many as 200,000 music creators and...
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Professionals
Corporate Services Von der GEMA für die GEMA: Ob Kommunikationsprofis, Finanzgenies oder HR-Experten – hier sind ganz unterschiedliche Fähigkeiten und Stärken gefragt. Informier dich jetzt! Link...
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Using music on the internet
The licence fees go directly to the music creators Everything about how to register music on the internet Those who compose songs, write lyrics or publish music want to get fair pay. Just like...
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Musik anmelden
Your voice gets heard This is how you can help shape GEMA Zum Login Home About GEMA Musik anmelden Area for creators GEMAplus – the bonus programme Go to GEMAplus Zum Login By when do I have to...
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Text and data mining: Reservation of use for works of the GEMA repertoire, e.g. by artificial intelligence (AI)
Works by GEMA members must not be used for commercial text and data mining (TDM). This also includes the training of generative AI models. GEMA publicly announced the respective reservation of use....
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Valentinstagshits
Radio top-10 Viel Feierlichkeit und ein Notausgang Zum Valentinstag präsentiert die GEMA die zehn meistgespielten Songs des Jahres 2023 im deutschen Radio. Diese Lieder haben nicht nur die Charts...
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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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Mit Musik Geld verdienen
Home Music creators Royalties Mit Musik Geld verdienen Ungefähre GEMA Vergütung pro Song ca. 9,50 € GEMA Vergütung gesamt: 190 € Unsere Band besteht aus mehreren Musiker/-innen. Wer enthält die...
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Auszeichnungen
Paul Abraham Preis Alles zum Paul Abraham Preis Wir lieben Musik, schätzen musikalische Vielfalt und machen uns für eine lebendige Musikkultur stark. Mit unseren Preisen möchten wir diejenigen...
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The most frequently asked questions in our Help Center
What does it cost to use music in public?
How do I know which tariff is the right one?
You have two options to determine this:You can either use our various price calculators. Or you go to our overview page tariff overview...