The International Database of Licensed Music (IDBLM), is an initiative
aimed at promoting transparency in music licensing. Our mission is to add value
to legitimate music by providing a fast, easy, and effective mechanism to verify
the legality of each music release. The database provides a public record of
licensed works and displays the proof of licensing obtained for each release.
When artists use music content owned by someone else, they must obtain
permission from the copyright holder, also known as a music license. Legitimate
artists obtain music licenses whenever required by law. Until now, they had no
public forum to display their proof of licensing. Now, they can submit their
licensing for inclusion in IDBLM. Once registered, copyright holders,
publishers, fans, and peers can confirm the legitimacy of each release. Anyone
can search IDBLM for free, and sign up is not required.
The IDBLM Seal of Authenticity is a badge that indicates inclusion in the IDBLM
database, and that music licensing has been obtained and verified. Each Seal
includes a unique ID, and links directly to the proof of licensing when clicked,
or when scanned with a smart phone (using QR code technology). Artists that file
with IDBLM may display the Seal with their music, online, and in print.
Artists may file through any IDBLM authorized music licensing agency or
publisher. Proof of licensing and a filing fee of $50.00 is all that is
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