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AFM & SAG-AFTRA Intellectual Property Rights Distribution Fund
Session musicians and background vocalists who performed on covered recordings before Dec. 31, 2016, may be eligible for royalties from a $45.8 million settlement.
ClosedUnited States-wideClaim status: Closed on March 1, 2022Payout: VariesNo longer claimable
About this settlement
A class action settlement distributing royalties to eligible non-featured performers for past uses of their performances on certain media platforms.
This settlement provides royalties to non-featured performers such as session musicians and background vocalists who played on recordings that received sufficient play on satellite radio, digital cable, or non-interactive webcasting before December 31, 2016, and who have not yet received compensation from the AFM & SAG-AFTRA Intellectual Property Rights Distribution Fund.
Who qualifies
- Non-featured performers who played on recordings with sufficient play on satellite radio, digital cable, or non-interactive webcasting before Dec. 31, 2016.
- Performers who have not yet received royalties from the AFM & SAG-AFTRA Intellectual Property Rights Distribution Fund.
Varies
Claim status: Closed on March 1, 2022