Sound Recordings Copyright

Sound recordings copyright protects the specific audio performance of music, including the way it is recorded and produced. This means the rights holder—usually the record label or artist—controls how the recording is used, distributed, or reproduced. It covers the actual performance captured in the recording, distinct from the underlying musical composition, which has its own copyright. This legal protection encourages creativity, allowing creators to receive compensation for their work while preventing unauthorized use or reproduction of their recordings. Essentially, it safeguards the efforts involved in bringing music to listeners.