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We are often contacted by people who are still confused about the use of music in a commercial setting, so hopefully the below might help some people... Simply put you have two options when playing music. 👉 If you playing the radio, CD's or using a streaming service such as Spotify, Apple Music etc (although these services are for personal use) then you will need a PRS/PPL Music Licence. 👉 You can play Royalty Free music (make sure you use a reputable supplier) and you will not require a music licence. My advice is make sure you make a choice and don't just start playing music in your business without either having a licence or going down the royalty free route, as this can double the initial cost. There are some exceptions to the above such as the use of music for demonstration purposes. Link in comments to our blog for more info Melanie Anderson Background Sounds #musiclicence #backgroundsounds #royaltyfreemusic

January New Music Update ~ Part 2 Check out the royalty-free playlists we've added new songs to this morning! There's now even more... ~ Smooth Jazz, Bossa Nova & Latin ~ EDM, Trance & Future Rave ~ Chilled House, Pop & Dance ~ Easy Listening, Country & Soft Rock ⭐️ TOP TIP ⭐️ If you're considering swapping to playing royalty-free music in your business, choose a royalty-free provider that regularly adds new songs to playlists. By regularly, we mean at least once a month. Variety in the music they listen to is key to keeping your staff happy and motivated 💪 As we all know, happy staff = happy customers 😊 Melanie Anderson Grant Thompson #royaltyfreemusic #musicstreaming #backgroundsounds 👋 PS. You do not need a PRS PPL Music Licence to play music supplied via the Background Sounds streaming platform.

🎵 Music is a fantastic tool for creating ambience, motivating staff and enhancing customer experience. But many business owners have no idea they need a licence to play music. We're contacted weekly by stressed business owners who have received a fine from PRS PPL for playing music illegally. They come to us seeking clarification and guidance, by then it's too late. The fine must be paid and the annual licence charge purchased. So if you're unsure of what's required legally when a business plays music. Or perhaps you're setting up a business and will be playing music check out this video from WE ARE UMi hosted by our very own Melanie Anderson. It will give you a brilliant overview of everything you need to know and what's legally required when a business plays music. UMi Makes It Easy... to Play Music Legally 👉 https://lnkd.in/eTw2ACH3 #backgroundmusic #royaltyfreemusic #businessowneradvice Grant Thompson

Heads up, we've added new songs to the royalty-free playlists below. Here's a little bit about each one... 👉 Laid Back Jazz ~ relaxed and easy-going jazz tunes 👉 Blissful Asia ~ delicate instrumental collection of Asian-inspired tracks 👉 Coffee Shop ~ superb selection of pop, RnB, soul, lounge and indie 👉 Upbeat Retail 2 ~ uplifting, catchy pop and dance mix 👉 Vibrant Lounge ~ funky, ambient electronic and lounge mix If you're looking to save money on the cost of playing music in 2025 why not consider royalty-free music? You get all the benefits of playing music without the expense! #musicstreaming #royaltyfreemusic #backgroundmusicforbusiness

New Playlist Added to Background Sounds 🎵 Introducing Jazz Chill our latest royalty-free playlist release! Filled with gentle, soft instrumental jazz tunes. This unobtrusive playlist will help you create a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Helping you to put your customers at ease and encouraging them to linger. This playlist is a superb background music choice for restaurants, bars, bistros, coffee shops and cafes. 👉 Playtime | 7-hour loop 👉 No PRS PPL licence is required 👉 Monthly subscription (cancel anytime) £15 (+vat) Stream it now. Head to www.backgroundsounds.co.uk #bar #bistro #restaurant #cafe #coffeeshop

Royalty-free music is a great alternative to paying PRS PPL for a licence. After all, it means you can play music at a fraction of the price! But making sure you choose the best supplier for you is key. Here are our top tips on what you need to look for in a royalty-free music provider 𝟭. 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 The ability to change music across the day and week is key to creating a great customer experience. You want plenty of choices when it comes to the playlists on offer. 𝟮. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 Choose a supplier that demonstrates that they regularly add new music to their library. Refreshed playlists will help to keep your staff motivated. 𝟯. 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Lastly, ensure your supplier can provide you with a certificate. You can then send this to PRS PPL as evidence that the music you are playing is legally sourced and licensed correctly. ⭐️ 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁!! Most royalty-free background music providers will offer a free trial. If they don't, ask for one. A trial is a great way to check your audio set-up and that the music is right for your business. Follow these tips and you'll have a great royalty-free service and save on the cost of playing music in your business 🙂 #retail #hospitality #royaltyfreemusic

🎄 ✨ Wishing our customers, partners and supporters a Merry Christmas. Thank you for an amazing 2024 💫 Best wishes for 2025! Grant & Mel

Want to save money on the cost of playing music in your gym? Check out our latest blog post 👇 You'll find out... Why music is so important in a gym setting What music you can play without a costly PRS PPL music licence How much you can expect to save when you swap to using a royalty-free (licence-free) music service Head to... https://lnkd.in/e-5Hfhey #gym #fitness #workout #gymmusic

More New Songs Added to Playlists 🎵 Here's what you can expect from the royalty-free playlists we've added new songs to this week... 👉 Ambient Soundscapes ~ tranquil, atmospheric spa tunes 👉 Afro-Latin Beats ~ high tempo- Latin house style beats 👉 Vocal Jazz ~ gorgeous vocal jazz and swing-inspired tunes 👉 Pop Chilled ~ mellow, catchy pop songs 👉 Energised ~ dance and pop-dance mix 👉Intense ~ energising rave, trance & EDM mix 👉 Coffee Club ~ instrumental soul & funk selection for a late-night vibe Not a member? Check out our music samples page to listen to all 57 royalty-free playlists! Link in comments Great background music for... #gym #retailers #coffeeshop #restaurants #cafes

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