Membership

05 Feb Who is an Author of Musical Works?

Posted at 23:39h in Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

Behind every great song or composition is an Author of Music—the creative mind responsible for writing melodies, harmonies, and lyrics. But who exactly is an author? What do they do, and how can they protect their rights and earn from their work? Understanding the Role, Rights,...

Who is a Music Composer of Musical Works

05 Feb Who is a Composer of Musical Works?

Posted at 17:48h in Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

At the heart of every great piece of music is a composer—the creative genius who brings melodies, harmonies, and rhythms to life. But who exactly is a composer? What do they do, and how can someone become one? Understanding the Role, Rights, and Opportunities of Music...

21 Jan How to Succeed a Deceased MCSN Member

Posted at 15:29h in Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

How to Succeed a Deceased MCSN Member At the heart of any musical estate lies the management of rights, royalties, and the distribution of assets. When a member of the Musical Copyright Society Nigeria (MCSN) passes away, their rights to royalties and related intellectual property must...

21 Jan Neighboring Rights Under Nigerian Intellectual Property Law

Posted at 13:43h in Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

Neighboring rights, also known as related rights, are a critical part of intellectual property law that safeguard performers, record labels, producers, and other stakeholders involved in sound recording commercialization. These rights, separate from traditional copyright, ensure fair compensation and recognition for creative contributions to Nigeria’s...

05 Aug Empowering Music Producers, Protecting Your Legacy

Posted at 10:36h in Blog, Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

We represent Producers of Sound Recordings As a music producer, your sound recordings are your intellectual property. At MCSN, we safeguard your rights and ensure you get paid for your creativity. JOIN MCSN MCSN ensures fair compensation for the public use of Producers' Sound Recordings. The Musical Copyright Society...

28 Sep Why You Should Register Your Music with MCSN

Posted at 13:49h in Blog, Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

As a musician, there's nothing quite like the satisfaction of hearing your music played on the radio, in a cafe, or on a streaming platform. But here's the deal: getting heard is fantastic, but getting paid for it is even better. That's where the Musical...

28 Sep How Submitting Your Music to MCSN Can Boost Your Income

Posted at 12:07h in Blog, Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

Are you a talented composer, author, performer, or music right owner in Nigeria with a wealth of musical creations? If so, you're sitting on a goldmine that can significantly boost your income. Unlock Your Earning Potential: How Submitting Your Music to MCSN Can Boost Your Income By...

26 Jan How to Join MCSN as Composer or Songwriter

Posted at 13:58h in Blog, Featured, Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

How to Join MCSN as Composer or Songwriter JOIN MCSN Musical Copyright Society Nigeria (MCSN) is the Nigerian not-for-profit Collective Management Organization representing the rights of our members locally and internationally. Our members receive royalties for usage of their works across the world, not just in Nigeria.MCSN...

26 Jan How to Join as Performer or Producer

Posted at 13:58h in Blog, Featured, Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

How to Join MCSN as Performer or Producer JOIN MCSN The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) confirmed the Musical Copyright Society Nigeria (MCSN) the right to operate as the only collective management organisation (CMO) for the licensing of music and sound recordings. We administer related rights to Copyright...

15 Dec Mechanical Rights and Royalties: Overview

Posted at 13:15h in Blog, Composer, Copyright, Featured, Membership by Mayowa Ekundayo

Mechanical Rights Royalties are one of many revenue streams available to artists. If you write or contribute to a musical composition – the original lyrics, melodies, or other components of a song – you may be eligible to collect mechanical royalty payments. Unlike performance royalties owed...