Licensing

MSS DJ

If you are a music supplier looking to copy music onto compact discs, CD-R's or AVLA approved compressed data discs ("Programs") for commercial lease to DJs, this license is for you.

Some terms of this licence include:

  • This licence is valid for one (1) year commencing on the date of execution.
  • This licence is for the territory of Canada only.
  • AVLA and the record companies are not obligated to provide you with source music.
  • Programs are to be made available to commercial subscribers who are DJs only and to be used only for performance to the public for entertainment and not to individual consumers for home use.
  • You may only copy music from AVLA approved sources.
  • A list of tracks you intend to use must be submitted to AVLA for record company approval PRIOR to making the Programs.
  • You are required to copy music at equal or higher quality as intended by the record company.
  • The Programs that are created may not contain any commercial messages nor may the music be edited or altered in any way.
  • You may not sell music compilations. These compilations are for LEASE only and are subject to recall at the end of the agreement or at AVLA's discretion.
  • You will be required to submit monthly reports pertaining to subscribers, manufacturers, and revenue.

Fees:

Non-Interest Bearing, Refundable Security Deposit: $7,500.00

Licence Fee: the GREATER of a minimum annual fee determined by AVLA or 20% of gross lease revenue for Programs using AVLA approved encryption, and 25% of gross lease revenue for Programs without encryption.

For more information or for official terms of this agreement, please contact AVLA.

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