• What rights do I need to clear to use a song in my video? Publishing vs Master

    When you are looking to synchronize a song with any visuals there are two separate rights that you need to clear:

    - The first are the Publishing Rights which are for the composition and lyrics and can be licensed from the music publisher(s) who represent the writer(s) of the song.

    - The second set of rights you need to clear are the Master Rights which is for the actual sound recording and can be licensed from the record label who represent the artist who recorded the song.

  • I want to use a Rimas Publishing song in my media project, what happens next?

    If the song is a Rimas Publishing copyright then you will need to contact our licensing team via the contact form, letting us know what song you are looking to use and a brief description of your project.

    While all details are necessary to seek clearance and a accurate quote, you may still contact us and we can assist you in the process.

  • How long does it take to seek clearance?

    As a rule of thumb we generally advise to allow a minimum of 2 weeks, although the vast majority of our catalog can be cleared in a shorter time frame. This is only a guide and request times can vary depending on which song you are looking to use or even the type of request.

  • I want a custom song for my project, how do I start?

    We love custom projects! You will need to contact our licensing and sync team via the contact form with the details of your project along with any specific author or producer request. We’re also available to suggest and discuss your project and bring your idea to life.

  • What does that mean when a quote is MFN?

    Most Favoured Nations (MFN) ensures parity between the rights holders. If the specified rights holder (co-publisher and/or master) quote higher, then our fee should be raised to at least equal theirs. You will pay a fee for the use of the publishing (copyright) and a fee for the master.

  • Where do I see a comprehensive list of Rimas Publishing authors and producers?

    You may access our roster on our website for easy browsing. You may also contact us and we can discuss the best options for your project.