
Rights & Royalties - Understanding PRS for Music
Have you ever wondered how those royalties flow from the music user to your bank account? Do you want to find out more about new licensing models? Join the discussion with our panel of experts from PRS for Music.
Speakers

Tony Barton
Head of Writer Support & Relationships, PRS For Music
Tony Barton has taken on the role of Head of Writer Support & Relationships at PRS for Music, following almost twenty years working in the company’s membership and copyright departments. He is thrilled to be mixing his extensive industry knowledge with his lifelong passion for music.

Stuart Flemming
Senior Writer Relationship Manager, Scotland & Northern Ireland, PRS For Music
With a background as a songwriter & producer, Stuart has worked for both major and independent record labels, independent publishers and in artist management. He has created numerous platforms for developing song writing, composition and business skills across both countries.

Andrew Provan
Head of Licensing & Sales, PRS For Music
Andrew graduated with a Music Business Management honours degree in 2005 and has worked for PRS for Music for over 13 years. During this time, he has worked predominantly on behalf of MCPS in the area of mechanical licensing with responsibilities in his early career including synchronisation licensing for music use in TV, Films and Advertisements.

Nick Edwards
Head of Online, PRS For Music
Nick Edwards is Head of Online at PRS for Music. Nick manages a wide range of licences, from bespoke agreements with major platforms to smaller UK music services buying their licences online. It is his job to ensure that PRS are rewarded fairly whenever their music is used by digital customers.