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Have you Heard…

In late May, music legends joined Members of Congress on Capitol Hill to celebrate the introduction of the RESPECT Act (H.R. 4772), a bill that would require digital radio providers to pay royalties to artists and record labels for all of the music they use, even if it was recorded before February, 1972. This was also the inaugural event of Project72, a campaign launched by SoundExchange with our partners to ensure fair pay for the legacy artists who recorded their music before the this date. Both the legislation and campaign continue to garner the support of artists, legislators and industry insiders alike.

As part of Project72, we asked Washington, D.C. and New York City-based artists what music means to them, and which legendary artists inspired their work. Their responses revealed just how important music is to our culture and history. From Donovan to Tom Petty to Miles Davis, the work of artists who recorded before 1972 still resonates with both musicians and fans, and influences the music of today. We need to support, protect and respect the work of all artists.

Learn More About Project72!

Visit project-72.org for the latest news and a full list of supporters. Watch a recap of the Capitol Hill launch event and tell your member of Congress to respect all music!