<p>This episode breaks down how mismatched song metadata can trap royalty payments in the industry’s “black box,” then explains how unclaimed money gets redistributed to major players after three years. It also covers the <strong>SoundExchange double-registration</strong> trap that can leave independent artists missing half their neighboring rights royalties.</p>

This episode breaks down how mismatched song metadata can trap royalty payments in the industry’s “black box,” then explains how unclaimed money gets redistributed to major players after three years. It also covers the SoundExchange double-registration trap that can leave independent artists missing half their neighboring rights royalties.

How the Black Box Steals Indie Royalties

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