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Statement from Annette Barrett President of IMPF on the 15h anniversary of ECSA
"I’m delighted to extend our congratulations to ECSA on the occasion of its 15th anniversary, that’s an impressive 15 years of advocating for the rights of songwriters, composer and authors. Our creative sector is a major contributor to the world economy and culture,...
National Governments, the European Commission and World Leaders Must Support European Cultural Organisations to Continue Collaboration with Ukraine at All Costs
The European Cultural Community is united in condemning the horrifying invasion of Ukraine by Russia. We deplore in the most absolute terms the damage caused to a free country and express our unwavering solidarity with the people of Ukraine – our friends, our...
IMPF receives EU grant to build capacity of independent publishers
New Project will empower independent publishers in the new music ecosystem, with benefits for IMPF members globally. See Press Release here.
Company of the Month: Hoodooh
Hoodooh is an Italian-based, young and independent music company specializing in music publishing, bespoke music production, artist management, administration, creative services for brands, licensing for film, TV, adv, games and all kinds of media. We’re musicians...
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IMPF and IMPEL collaborate on Digital Licensing Handbook
IMPF and IMPEL are set to jointly publish a Digital Licensing Handbook, which will be available exclusively for the independent publisher members of the two organisations. Written by Jane Dyball – former CEO of MPA UK, MCPS and IMPEL, and a highly experienced...
Claiming a front row seat – the place of music in society
76 International, European & national music organisations including IMPF are “Claiming a front row seat for music” calling for policy makers to fully acknowledge the artistic, social and economic value of the music sector and to live up to these words in political...
Rights holders in Europe’s Creative Sectors concerned about European Commission’s Guidance on Article 17
IMPF joined rights holders in Europe's Creative Sectors to express their concerns around the European Commission’s Guidance on Article 17. See letter here.
IMPF joined over 100 cultural organisations in signing a letter to the EU-US summit to support cultural relations
As EU and US leaders met at the Summit on the 15th of June, more than 100 organisations from across Europe and America’s cultural and creative sectors united their voices to call for greater focus on EU-US cultural relations, of particular importance in recovering...
Company of the Month: Music Asset Management, Inc.
Celebrating its 15th Anniversary in 2021, MAM is a leading global independent music publishing and consulting company founded in 2006 by industry veteran Mary Jo Mennella, one of the most well-known and respected rights administration and licensing experts in the...
IMPEL and IMPF agree ground-breaking digital Charter of Co-operation
IMPEL Collective Management (IMPEL) and the Independent Music Publishers International Forum (IMPF) have agreed a ground-breaking Charter of Co-operation to share experiences and best practices in the digital music marketplace. Their shared goal is to drive...
Broad Group of right holders in Europe’s creative sector express concerns to German MPs on the implementation of DSM Copyright Directive
IMPF along with representatives of a broad group of right holders in Europe’s creative sectors have written to German MPs and the Commission and Commissioners to express serious concerns regarding the draft law proposal (‘the proposal’) on the implementation of the...
Company of the Month: All Stars Music
All Stars Music is a music publishing company known especially for its high standard, transparent and accurate work registration operations, and good command of the digital field. The writers we work with are choosing us to receive reliable reporting service regarding...
IMPF Members Named on Billboard’s 2021 International Power Players List
IMPF President Annette Barrett recognised alongside Board Members Ichi Asatsuma and David Alexander. See the Press Release below and newslink here. PRESS RELEASE IMPF 27_04_21
Letter to the Justice and Home Affairs Ministers EU MS concerning IP Crime
The European Union has a four-year policy cycle to create better continuity for the fight against serious international and organised crime. The policy called EMPACT allows for effective cooperation among law enforcement, EU institutions and agencies, Members States,...
Secure a future for cultural life in Europe
Following the open letter published by 110+ pan-European networks on 30 October 2020 “Make culture central in the EU recovery”, the group comes together again to reiterate their call to the national governments and the European Commission. In the second open letter...
Company of the Month: PEN Music Group, Inc.
Awarded Indie Music Publisher of the Year (2019) by the Association Of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP - L.A. Chapter), PEN Music Group, Inc. has operated as a full-service independent music publishing company since 1994 when Michael Eames co-founded it as an...
IMPF General Assembly 2021 Panel Report
Here is a full report from the high level panel discussions held with Nigel Elderton, Helienne Lindvall, Golnar Khosrowshahi, Larry Mestel and Merck Mercuriadis. See link IMPF GA 2021 Panel Report
IMPF signs Keychange Pledge
To honour International Women's Day, IMPF has signed up to the Keychange initiative, making a commitment to aim for gender equality and empowering minority genders in its work. To further acknowledge IWD, IMPF heard from some of the women that sit on the Board. See...
IMPF Annual Report 2020
IMPF has published its Annual Report 2020 looking back at what's been achieved given the circumstances. Annual Report 2020
Submission to UK House of Commons DCMS Committee Inquiry
Below a submission to the UK House of Commons DCMS Committee Inquiry on behalf of IMPF Submission to UK House of Commons DCMS Committee Inquiry on behalf of IMPF
IMPF writes to Croatian Government and Parliament re: Article 213
IMPF has written letters to the Croatian Prime Minister, Minister of Culture & Media and Members of Parliament. See letters below. IMPF Letter to Croatian Government and Parliament re Article 213 - Members of Parliament IMPF Letter to Croatian Government and...
User Centric Impact Study – CNM
The National Centre of Music (CNM) of France has launched its long-awaited study on the impacts that the User Centric Payment System may have. Please see press release below. 20210121_UCPS_CNM_Pressrelease
Company of the Month: Strictly Confidential
Founded in 1987 Strictly Confidential was initially launched as the publishing arm of the [PIAS] Group. Whilst still maintaining strong links to PIAS, Strictly Confidential has, over the years, evolved into a separate company and is now firmly established as one of...
EY Study – Rebuilding Europe: the cultural and creative economy before and after Covid-19
IMPF is very pleased to have supported the attached study commissioned by GESAC on the state of the cultural and creative industries in Europe and how the sector can be part of the solution to the economic recovery post-Covid. The report reveals how cultural and...
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