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Even established media composers can find deal negotiations tough.

Join this FREE webinar, hosted by former lawyer and founder of Composerworks agency, Steve Berman, as he breaks down practical strategies to help you move your career forward. http://prs.info/mySj50Yl6LJ

I Wrote That: Corinne Bailey Rae on 20 years of ‘Put Your Records On’ | M Magazine The acclaimed singer-songwriter shares the story behind her 2006 hit.

'Put Your Records On' — the song that changed everything for Corinne Bailey Rae

20 years on, Corinne reflects on the story behind her timeless hit, from writing that iconic guitar riff on her bed to the freedom and confidence woven into the lyrics.

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Next Steps for Established Media Composers: Contracts, Deals & Agents FREE webinar for established media composers: practical tips on contracts, deals and finding representation to help develop your career.

Even established media composers can find deal negotiations and contracts challenging.

Join this FREE webinar, hosted by former lawyer and founder of The Composerworks agency, Steve Berman, as he breaks down practical strategies to help you move your career forward.

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🎶In the last 10 years, the PRS Members' Fund has awarded £6.8 million in grants and loans to @prsformusic.bsky.social songwriters and composers in need.

From personalised health via InTune to housing support with Standing Tall, we provide a vital lifeline.

🔗Find support here: prsmembersfund.com

UK Music has unveiled a five-point plan in its Manifesto for Music Scotland to create thousands of jobs and boost economic growth ahead of key elections to Holyrood. Find out more and read the manifesto in full here: tinyurl.com/yc4h45rt

PRS for Music has committed to waive its charges on the Live Trust £1 voluntary contribution, ensuring every penny collected goes to the grassroots.

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We'll be in Liverpool tomorrow for the NTIA's Night Time Economy Summit. If you're attending #NTES26 - we hope to see you at one of our two panels discussing the live music ecosystem and its vital role in supporting songwriters.

👉 Dive into the full programme here: http://prs.info/aXaS50YckV0

Congratulations to our talented #GRAMMYs winning PRS Community and all those who contributed to winning works!

Congratulations to PRS member Lola Young - winner of Best Pop Solo Performance for 'Messy'.

Congratulations to PRS member Conor Dickinson- co-writer on the track. #GRAMMYs

Congratulations to Gabriela Ortiz - Best Contemporary Classical Composition Grammy winner.

Gabriela's works also won Best Classical Compendium and Best Choral Performance.

#GRAMMYs

Congratulations to PRS member Tyla - Grammy winner for Best African Music Performance for PUSH TO START.

Congratulations also to PRS member contributors Ari Pensmith, Sammy SoSo and James McCarthy 🙏 #GRAMMYs

Congratulations to The Cure - double Grammy winners for Best Alternative Music Album and Best Alternative Music Performance #GRAMMYs

Best Rock Performance goes to Changes (Live at Villa Park) - Congratulations to PRS members Yungblud, Adam Wakeman and II (Sleep Token). #GRAMMYs

Congratulations to PRS member FKA Twigs - Best Dance/Electronic Album for Eusexua.

Congrats to all of the PRS members credited on the album. #GRAMMYs.

It's the #GRAMMYs tonight - congratulations and good luck to all of our Grammy-nominated and contributing members.

On the road with... The Orielles | M Magazine The Halifax trio talk PRS Foundation funding, live royalties and the 'electric feeling' of playing live.

'Nothing compares to the adrenaline of playing a live show... it's an electric feeling.'

As The Orielles hit the road in support of their upcoming new album 'Only You Left', the band tell us about the realities of touring in 2026 and the support they've received from PRS. 👇

Congratulations to our PRS community nominated for the 2026 JUNO Awards 🎶🌟 #JUNOS

Huge congratulations to Grammy-nominated PRS member Steph Marziano!

Steph's work on “Parachute” — the powerful track performed by Hayley Williams, has been Grammy-nominated for Best Alternative Music Performance at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards this weekend.

Congratulations and good luck Steph 💫

We’ve joined forces with @standingtall.bsky.social to provide a "Beyond the Hardship" support to secure stable jobs, safe homes, and lasting hope.

If you’re a @prsformusic.bsky.social member facing housing or employment struggles, get in touch today:

📩fund@prsformusic.com
📞020 3741 4069

Creators aren’t anti-AI - they’re anti-theft.

New research from PRS for Music shows rising concern about AI-generated music, alongside growing understanding of how it works.

The future of music must protect the people who create it.

Read more at http://prs.info/SqHj50Y5hbU

#CreatorsRights

PRS for Music welcomes the 'Stealing Isn’t Innovation' campaign launched by the Human Artistry Campaign.

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Huge congratulations to our PRS members Graham Lyle and Terry Britten on being inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame 2026! 🏆

From legendary hits like What’s Love Got to Do With It to We Don’t Need Another Hero, their songwriting has touched millions around the world and influenced generations.

Here are the nominees for the 2026 RPS Awards | M Magazine The annual prize-giving ceremony will return to London in March.

The nominees for the 2026 RPS Awards have been announced, celebrating the incredible talent in the UK’s classical music scene.

This year’s nominees include PRS for Music members Bushra El-Turk, Claudia Molitor, Richard Causton, and Mark-Anthony Turnage.

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Congratulations to our BRIT Awards nominated #PRSCommunity! 🌟

#songwriters #brits #brits2026

Congratulations to all of our talented PRS community nominated for this year's #MOBOAwards 🌟

Scottish composer Blair Mowat has over 200 scores for film, TV, and theatre. With projects in 2026, including 'After The Flood,' he shares tips for budding composers and why creators should oppose buyouts. http://prs.info/m2hO50XTSSu

Five opportunities for songwriters in January 2026 | M Magazine Get the new year off to a strong start by exploring these openings.

📣 Opportunities for songwriters in January 2026 🎶

Here’s five creative openings to check out this month courtesy of Ivors Academy, Girls of Grime, UD Music & ICMP.

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#Songwriting #MusicCreators

🚨Members 🚨

#PRSDay part 2 will be paid on Monday 22 December - you can check what you’ll be paid in your online account now > http://prs.info/vUlj50XIXnX

Online statements for this second distribution will be available on 22 December.

Music flows through every moment of the festive season.
Wishing you a joyful and restful holiday.
From all of us at PRS for Music.

CIO interview - Mark Krajewski of PRS for Music uses Oracle cloud transformation to protect our musical culture Faced with a data explosion and new threats to the art, PRS for Music deployed Oracle OCI

PRS for Music's move to Oracle Cloud is speeding up our processing of trillions of music data points! Check out PRS CIO Mark Krajewski's insights on this transformation with diginomica. http://prs.info/fitS50XIpez