We are collecting petition signatures for songwriters and producers who create songs for Universal Music Group record label (Republic, Interscope, Def Jam, Capitol, etc.).

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The Songwriters & Composers Guild (SCG) is a grassroots organization led by professional songwriters and producers committed to building a union that fights for fair compensation, protection, and respect in the music industry.

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We advocate for a future where songwriters and producers can earn a livable wage from both composition and sound recording—not just in the streaming era but in whatever formats emerge.​​

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The Reality

• The government regulates publishing royalty rates for songwriters and producers similarly to how it regulates minimum wage, even though independent contractors should have the right to set their own compensation.​

• Major record labels do not formally contract songwriters despite their classification as independent contractors.​

• In the streaming era, songwriters struggle to earn a livable wage, while major music groups and digital service providers take most of the revenue.​

• Songwriters receive publishing royalties only when their songs are released, and payments can take up to two years.​

• Many songs are released before business agreements are finalized, further delaying royalty payments.​

• Record labels often deny songwriters compensation for their contributions to sound recordings despite this part of the copyright generating the majority of the revenue.​

• Songwriters and producers have limited control over their work for record labels and artists.​

• The music industry frequently abuses songwriters and producers, leaving them without adequate protection.

 

This is a historic first step toward fair pay, rights, and protections—but we need your support to make it happen.

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Donate to Fund the Union

Your contribution will help cover legal fees, organizing efforts, and operational costs as we build the first-ever labor union for songwriters and producers.

• Supports outreach efforts to rally more songwriters to the cause

• Funds legal support to fight for our union rights 

• Helps cover key administrative costs for filing and representation

• Provide critical resources for long-term organizing and lobbying​

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​​Support 

• Spread the word—share our campaign on social media using #FundTheUnion & #SCGUnion