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Industry & PayJul 29, 2026

Sony Quietly Bought the James Bond Theme. Here's What One Song Can Be Worth

Copyright Royalty BoardJul 29, 2026

Mechanical Royalty Rates Through 2032: Objections Close August 10

creative jobs HoustonJul 28, 2026

How Much Do Musicians Make? The Federal Wage Data, and What It Says About Houston Creative Pay

AFM Local 65-699Jul 27, 2026

Should You Join the Musicians Union in Houston? What AFM Local 65-699 Actually Does for Independent Players

1099 musician taxesJul 26, 2026

Gig Musician Taxes in 2026: The New $2,000 1099 Threshold and What You Still Owe

artist fundingJul 24, 2026

Royalty Advances in 2026: How Artists Borrow Against Royalties Without Selling the Catalog

artist legal aidJul 23, 2026

Free Legal Help for Texas Musicians and Creators: TALA and What It Covers in 2026

fake streamsJul 21, 2026

Is Buying Streams Illegal in 2026? The First Federal Streaming Fraud Sentencing Is Days Away

catalog valuationJul 20, 2026

What Is Your Music Catalog Worth in 2026? How Songs Became Assets

HITS ActJul 17, 2026

Your Recording Sessions Are Now Tax Deductible: The HITS Act, Explained

HoustonJul 16, 2026

Neighboring Rights in 2026: The Overseas Royalties Houston Artists Never Collect

cross-collateralizationJul 15, 2026

Do You Pay Back a Record Label Advance? Recoupment in 2026

Industry & PayJul 14, 2026

How to Submit Music for Sync Licensing in 2026: What Music Supervisors Check Before They Clear a Track