IMRO’s Broadcast Blanket Licence allows your channel to use millions of songs without needing to clear each copyright individually. This licence covers almost all types of music—from chart hits and classical pieces to specially commissioned and production music—across Ireland, the UK, the US, and beyond.
If your channel uses IMRO members’ music, creates original content with this music, and is Licenced by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland, you’ll need two licences:
Whether you create your own shows or buy them in, if your broadcasts (including programmes, ads, and trailers) use IMRO members’ music, a licence is required. See which licence is best for you:
This Licence is for broadcasters operating from the Republic of Ireland, allowing them to:
*Independent Production Companies whose productions aren’t covered by a main broadcaster’s licence should refer to the IPC Blanket Licence.
Reproduction (copying/synchronisation) of musical works in general entertainment television programming, as well as the use of MCPS production music publishers’ sound recordings.
It includes:
For independent production companies who want to use commercial or production music in their productions.
It covers all commercial and production music needed, offering a simple and cost-effective way to access the rights and formats required.
Distributors, production companies, and individual producers of Republic of Ireland-originating TV programmes who want to sell programmes containing MCPS members’ music to new clients.
The licence covers all linear or on-demand usage, including in-flight entertainment, VOD, and Mobile TV..