Hey Guys,

There has been some discussion on a couple of threads of the difference between a jingle and a song. Here's my definition.....

A jingle is a piece of music, generally 1 minute or under, which, most commonly is a work for hire for a particular advertising agency. It is not registerable with a PRO, and does not attract broadcast royalties. It is privately owned and may not be reproduced as a cover without the permission of the owner.

A song is a piece of music, generally over 3 minutes in length, which has been recorded and commercially released by the owner i.e. the publisher, to the general public. It does attract broadcast royalties, is legally able to be played and reproduced without the permission of the owner, upon paying the required licencing fee. It may be used under licence for advertising, but under those circumstances, it again does not attract PRO broadcast royalties, because it is deemed advertising in those particular circumstances.

Have I got it right ? Any thoughts ?

cheers, niteshift

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