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If you are an artist or rights holder, collecting unpaid royalties is essential to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. SoundExchange is a key organization that manages digital performance royalties for artists, but sometimes payments for past years may not have been received. Breve, a platform for managing and claiming royalties, can help simplify this process.
Understanding SoundExchange Royalties
SoundExchange collects digital performance royalties for artists when their music is played on satellite radio, internet radio, and other digital platforms. These royalties are then distributed to rights holders. However, due to various reasons, some payments for past years might not have been received or processed.
Steps to Claim Unpaid Royalties on Breve
Breve provides a streamlined process for claiming unpaid royalties from SoundExchange. Follow these steps to recover your earnings for past years:
- Create a Breve Account: Sign up on Breve’s platform if you haven’t already.
- Connect Your SoundExchange Account: Link your existing SoundExchange account to Breve for seamless data transfer.
- Verify Your Identity: Complete any required verification to confirm your rights ownership.
- Access Past Royalties: Navigate to the ‘Claims’ section to view unpaid royalties for previous years.
- Submit a Claim: Follow the prompts to submit a claim for the unpaid royalties.
- Track Your Claim: Use Breve’s dashboard to monitor the status of your claim and receive updates.
Important Tips
Ensure that all your artist and rights information is accurate and up to date. Providing complete documentation can expedite the claim process. Keep records of your previous earnings and any correspondence with SoundExchange or Breve.
Additional Resources
For more detailed guidance, visit the official SoundExchange website or contact Breve’s support team. Both platforms offer helpful FAQs and customer service to assist you in claiming your unpaid royalties.