Michael Huppe

In this engaging chat, Michael Huppe, CEO of SoundExchange and a prominent figure in music licensing, dives into the unique landscape of artist royalties in U.S. radio. He unpacks the historical laws preventing artists from earning when their songs play on FM/AM radio and discusses the advocacy behind the American Music Fairness Act. Huppe also explores the evolution of radio, from payola scandals to the rise of AI DJs, shedding light on the future of artist compensation and digital music rights.