ASCAP vs. BMI: Key Differences Explained

[@SimplyGabriel]

Thank God I already Joined ASCAP before watching this. Glad I made the right decision...

[@TarceaRenee]

You definitely did

[@SimplyGabriel]

​@@TarceaReneethank you 🙏

[@TyroneRussell-pv7ch]

I know every company have there strength and weakness would you say is one of ASCAP weakness?

[@TarceaRenee]

Honestly, I can't find one to name...

[@timbyrd291]

Hmmm I’ve been a ascap member for a minute and I ain’t never realize they have all those benefits and I will be taking advantage of

[@TarceaRenee]

Glad I could help

[@mehmeteminozdemir3544]

Been looking into this but nobody broke it down this way

[@TarceaRenee]

Thanks for watching!

[@Lexdivinity]

This was so extremely helpful. Clearly Ascap is the way to go. Thank you, I had to subscribe! ❤️👍🏽

[@TarceaRenee]

Thank you so much for watching, commenting and SUBSCRIBING 🙏🏽 I truly appreciate you!

[@edrock26]

Excellent! Thank You!

[@TarceaRenee]

You are welcome!

[@reoscorpio]

Yes, Yes.. thank you for the intel. i'm trying to go forward with the initial process of getting my writing and publishing (of music making) on point. & this short video is concise and very informative.. where others can tend to seem biased, fast talking and steering you in a certain direction.. Stay creative and blessed.. Once again, many thanks

[@TarceaRenee]

Thank you! You’re welcome!

[@j.englishprod]

Amazing video! Super helpful..thank you!

[@TarceaRenee]

You’re welcome! Thank you! 🙏🏽

[@dzyre420]

Thanks!

[@TarceaRenee]

Thank you so much for your amazing support! It is truly encouraging!

[@COMPOUNDSTUDIOSC4L]

How can I change to ascap? You have a video on that?

[@TarceaRenee]

I don't have a full video on it but I can create one if you need me to

[@COMPOUNDSTUDIOSC4L]

Most definitely 💯

[@KRXSH4L]

This helped but make my mind up...most of my colleagues have BMI but Ive heard great things about ASCAP...question tho...what do i sign up as if I'm a producer, artist and song writer?

[@b_rad_tunes-n-stuff6421]

Just ran across this video months after it posted, but you clarified a lot. Very helpful. However, one thing I’m wondering is I’ve heard the payouts between the two are slightly different, one being more than the other in average. Not clear which is which for that or if that matters and balances out somehow when choosing. Great video, and clarification.

[@TarceaRenee]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Glad it was helpful! Honestly payout is tricky. Ascap pays out more often than BMI and BMI is is in a deal now where it's being sold so it's hard to say how that's gonna pan out. It also depends on what kind of music uses you may be dealing with as well. For example, broadcasted music vs. music for the general public will be handled differently.

[@b_rad_tunes-n-stuff6421]

Thanks for that. I'm a drummer and have been writing for bands and those situations. But I'm letting that go and getting into sync now and in the process, I've heard that the ASCAP & BMI actually have a different payout $ amount, one more than the other. Not sure, but I'll be signing on with one of the two PROs this week after some further review, leaning toward ASCAP, seems like many in that area are BMI. Thanks again! @@TarceaRenee

[@TarceaRenee]

@b_rad_tunes-n-stuff6421 you’re welcome! I definitely understand! I’m glad I could help!

[@startingoverbygrace]

Is it absolutely necessary to still register ©️your work(s) with the U.S. Copyright Office if registering with one of these PROs? Thanks in advance.

[@Rastetah8472]

Thank you Tarcea. Love your info. I will go to ascap.

[@TarceaRenee]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching

[@solleecafe2]

Great video thanks for your help, i needed a refresher.😮‍💨😁

[@TarceaRenee]

No problem

[@TarceaRenee]

Sub if you don’t mind 😉

[@reiamusicgroup]

Thanks, very clear and helpful 🙏

[@TarceaRenee]

*I'm glad it was helpful to you!*

[@enest5063]

Thank you sooo much for this video!

[@TarceaRenee]

No problem!

[@AzraAksu-wq5oq]

Dope breakdown thank you

[@TarceaRenee]

No problem thanks for watching 🙏🏽

[@PersieDoxMuszic]

Thanks for this info🙏🏾💪🏾💯. I wish you all best👍🏾.

[@TarceaRenee]

Thanks for watching!

[@mosaicsol]

solid info, i appreciate u 🙏

[@TarceaRenee]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽

[@Noendoeml]

Awesome! I am new to your channel and I've just subscribed to your channel. This is the second video I am watching from your channel now and before I go futher I kinda have some questions to ask you regarding this Ascap/BMI video and the first video watched on about "Best music distributor. " Q 1. What if I am not from the United States. I am an independent Nigerian Afrobeat Singer/Songwriter/Producer from Nigeria and i want to join Ascap since it's the best in the US. How will I do that? Q 2. In what payment option will I get paid my royalties, since I don't have a physical US bank account? Q 3. About the Illustrate Music Distribution. I am just hearing about them for the first time. Is that the distribution platform you have been using till currently or? How are we sure it's not gonna disappoint us at the withdrawal time just as Ditto and most distribution companies does today to independent artists? Q 4. Which payment options does illustrate music distributor uses to easily pay their foreigners? Please I am curious all the above questions.

[@TarceaRenee]

Thanks for subscribing! I would say read a few things on the site to grow in trust but I’ve gotten paid out for sure. You only need to accumulate at least $10 to make a withdrawal and the yearly fee is super low for a really great Distro better than others I’ve gone through before

[@Noendoeml]

​​@@TarceaRenee Okay, I was updating my questions while you replied that one, please review my questions again, I added some more questions to it and I wanna get things clear before making any move.

[@TarceaRenee]

Ok I’ll get these answered for you as soon as I get to my laptop

[@Noendoeml]

@@TarceaRenee okay please I will appreciate

[@TarceaRenee]

1. I'm not sure of how that works, but most other countries use a service called PRS outside of the United States. I would maybe google PRO companies for your country specifically. 2. Your PRO company will have various options. Most of the time direct deposit, but they determine this. 3. I have used Illustrate for over a year now without disappointment. I still use it. Nobody can tell you for sure that YOU won't be disappointed. We are in different countries with different regulations and I wouldn't mix the issues from another company with a different one. You could have unique issues based on your releases or your country's rules/regulations. 4. I know they do direct deposit and I believe paypal or payoneer if you request it with support Hope this helps!

[@EBeyond]

Persuaded 😅 But why would I need SongTrust if I have ASCAP?

[@TarceaRenee]

lol wait so are you actually persuaded? I explained why in the video lol

[@Theejaylajjackson]

So when you registered with ASCAP, did you register as an LLC or Sole proprietor? I just wanted to make the best decision.

[@TarceaRenee]

Hi, in my case I used my LLC

[@AdolfButton]

Somehow I end up on your channel almost every day

[@TarceaRenee]

I really appreciate that. More videos coming soon

[@dynastytheartist]

Hey Ms. Tarcea. I'm a college artist that's been writing poems for years, but just now starting to take it seriously. I'm a rapper. What's the best way to learn more about the business, engineering, production, lyricism, branding and marketing aspects that support the art; and is ASCAP vs. BMI better or worse depending on the genre for royalties? This is my first video watching you. Thanks.

[@TarceaRenee]

Hey! Sorry for the delay. I have literally been working on a solution for this exact thing so I can help more in depth and be more available outside of KZbin videos. I'm teaching artists the business side and marketing as well in my new community. You can join the beta group here and I can walk you through many of the things you mentioned here: tarcearenee.com/iajbetalink

[@keyfobbankand]

Subbed thank u

[@TarceaRenee]

No problem Thank you!

[@Saanbluu]

Love the video. Would like to ask you a few question outside of the comment section

[@TarceaRenee]

Thank you. DM me on Instagram @Tarcearenee

[@SuleymanNurmamedow]

I'm with bmi but I might switch now

[@TarceaRenee]

It will be worth it

[@JenniferWhyman]

Never knew so many things in this video!

[@TarceaRenee]

Glad it was helpful

[@cassandrahuskey8866]

What is Songtrust? I cant even focus on the rest of the video now cause Im distracted by if Songtrust is another P.R.O? What exactly does songtrust do and the purpose ? thank you

[@TarceaRenee]

@@cassandrahuskey8866 AFTER you complete this video, check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnSXlJhmoMt6htUsi=z3HUzB6pKdG6-pBF it will help you understand the purpose of SongTrust

[@prafizy]

How about with different work(songs),can using BMI and ASCAP at the same time possible,as if, registering two songs on ASCAP and BMI. Sorry if am naive like this,never done this,am an international.

[@TarceaRenee]

You have to use one or the other as a songwriter.

[@prafizy]

Ok, if I have two songs, one song registering BMI and another song, with ASCAP, is this possible or do I have to register the other as a songwriter? Thank you.

[@TarceaRenee]

You’d register both songs under one company. I explain this more in depth here: indieartistjourney.com/home

[@hybridtherapper-chris]

Is songtrust a necessity ?

[@TarceaRenee]

Depends on your situation. I would say it’s an essential

[@KennyLauderdale]

Good info

[@TarceaRenee]

Thanks

[@rorytenorio6323]

I’m on some old bmi from years ago I emailed them

[@TarceaRenee]

Make sure its the one connected to your publishing company

[@KaikoaMusic]

So after I register for ascap, should I still register my music with songtrust?

[@TarceaRenee]

Absolutely. SongTrust will make publishing collection so much easier for you

[@KaikoaMusic]

@@TarceaRenee thank you for responding! I have one more question lol If I sign up for songtrust, do I still need to sign up for ascap? So many hoops to jump through ! 🤯

[@TarceaRenee]

You’re welcome and you should for sure because SongTrust collects and properly sends (administers) your song registration to ASCAP when you input the songs.

[@KaikoaMusic]

Okay sick! Thank you again ! I Subbed to your channel to show support and you’re dope ✌🏾

[@TarceaRenee]

@KaikoaMusic Thank you so much! 🙏🏽

[@agnostik5260]

When did ascap become free? This is the fist and only video that said it was free.

[@TarceaRenee]

This year. Go to the website to see.

[@agnostik5260]

Thats crazy bet. This is a good video BTW. Alot of good info that I needed. I been deep into getting my business side of music right. Maybe go check out my content if you're feeling supportive?

[@agnostik5260]

Thanks for the video!

[@TarceaRenee]

@agnostik5260 no problem at all I appreciate you watching! Got more coming soon so I would love for you to sub!

[@agnostik5260]

@@TarceaRenee I got you

[@Sjsjsjsjsjsj-c9n]

So which one do you recommend to start my publishing company?

[@TarceaRenee]

ASCAP

[@Danielchinaza]

@@TarceaRenee between ASCAP and song trust which do you recommend for independent artist?

[@TarceaRenee]

@Danielchinaza Hey! I actually recommend both. Check this video out where I explain: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnSXlJhmoMt6htUsi=TVOdzms_sllfPCSo

[@oyuncu52scania]

Can I setup a label under bmi and ascap?

[@TarceaRenee]

Yes!

[@d.gutter4743]

Thanks homegurl

[@TarceaRenee]

Fashow! Subscribe for me please 🙏🏽

[@날래-g6q]

so which PRO are you with?

[@TarceaRenee]

Both.

[@Boldfearless]

Not possible

[@TarceaRenee]

Wrong. I answered how this IS possible in the video.

[@Boldfearless]

@@TarceaRenee okay np 😉

[@berenkurt8966]

Wish I seen this sooner

[@TarceaRenee]

Thanks for watching

[@MonaPitts]

I wish I seen this sooner too

[@TarceaRenee]

@MonaPitts thanks for watching. I wish I knew these things from the jump

[@aslakkaya9722]

That's crazy ASCAP is free now

[@TarceaRenee]

Facts! Wasn’t when I joined

[@neeneemusician9050]

Can u be in both

[@TarceaRenee]

As a publisher yes, but not as a songwriter

[@rorytenorio6323]

I became a publisher tho

[@TarceaRenee]

Nice. You have your writer's side setup as well right?

[@vanitune9458]

$75 fee for BMI for 2 yrs

[@TarceaRenee]

Correct. Free now with ASCAP

[@neeneemusician9050]

Cost me 150

[@TarceaRenee]

Hey Nee Nee! Which one costed you 150?

[@cassandrahuskey8866]

WAIT ?? WHAAAT? Did you just slip in ANOTHER PRO ?? Songtrust??? HUH? you just threw me way out in to left field...

[@TarceaRenee]

No not at all. I have publishing accounts with each company.

[@TarceaRenee]

Did you watch this one: How to Collect MAX Publishing Royalties (Publishing Administration) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnSXlJhmoMt6htU

[@DoraSteffa]

so which PRO are you with?

[@TarceaRenee]

In a way, both. For writing and publishing.