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  Understanding Different Types of Music Royalties In the contemporary music industry, understanding the various types of music royalties is crucial for artists seeking to maximize their income. Music royalties are essentially payments made to rights holders, such as songwriters, composers, and artists, for the use of their music. Several types of royalties are generated through different activities and paid by other entities. The primary categories include performance royalties, mechanical royalties, synchronization royalties, and print music royalties. Performance royalties are earned whenever a song is played publicly. This includes plays on radio, in live venues, on television, and even on streaming platforms. Performance rights organizations…