ASCAP

ASCAP, or the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, is a nonprofit organization that protects the rights of songwriters, composers, and music publishers. It ensures that creators receive payment when their music is performed publicly, whether on the radio, in venues, or online. ASCAP collects licensing fees from businesses that play music and distributes these royalties to its members, allowing them to earn a living from their work. Essentially, ASCAP helps facilitate fair compensation for the creative efforts of musicians and songwriters.