Jamaican Music Protection & Professional Career Resources

A curated list of essential organizations, registrations, and platforms to protect your music and advance your professional career.

Music Protection & Professional Organizations in Jamaica

• JACAP: Jamaican Copyright Protection Agency for music creators. Visit Site
• JAMPRO: Promotes Jamaican music exports and creative industries. Visit Site
• MUSIQX: Music rights management and licensing organization. Visit Site
• IMF: Independent music federation supporting artists in Jamaica. Visit Site

Essential Registrations for Musicians

• BMI: Collect performance royalties. Register
• ASCAP: Collect performance royalties. Register
• SESAC: Royalties for songwriters & publishers. Register
• SoundExchange: Collect digital royalties. Register

Platforms to Boost Your Music Career

• Spotify for Artists: Claim profile & track analytics. Visit Site
• Apple Music for Artists: Manage profile & releases. Visit Site
• Billboard Registration: Submit releases to qualify for charts. Visit Site
• DistroKid: Distribute music globally. Visit Site
• TuneCore: Music distribution & royalties. Visit Site
• CD Baby: Distribution, publishing, and licensing. Visit Site
• VAMPR: Connect & collaborate with musicians. Visit Site
• SoundBetter: Hire & collaborate with music professionals. Visit Site
• Stage32: Music & entertainment networking. Visit Site