PRESTO MUSIC FAIR PLAY STREAMING SERVICE SAYS THEY ARE PAYING MUSICIANS UP TO 10X MORE THAN OTHER SERVICES

Presto Music, a British streaming service specialising in classical and jazz genres, has launched the Presto Music Fair Play initiative, which promises to pay musicians and composers up to ten times more per album stream than mainstream services.

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FAIR PAYMENTS FOR CLASSICAL AND JAZZ

Unlike the typical “pay per play” model, Presto Music calculates payments based on the seconds of music streamed, a system that they say better supports classical and jazz recordings, where track lengths far exceed those in popular music.

PRESTO MUSIC FAIR PLAY

“Our data shows how the current model is unfair to much of the classical repertoire, especially orchestral works, which are expensive to produce. We hope our approach inspires others to adopt fairer payment practices.”

Chris O’Reilly, Presto Music’s Chief Executive

ENSURING PAYMENTS REACH MUSICIANS

With Fair Play now in place, Presto Music’s next step is ensuring that these higher revenues reliably reach the artists. The company is scrutinising the accuracy of data held by Collecting Societies, which allocate royalties to performers and composers. According to O’Reilly, poor database management disproportionately affects classical creators, leading to missed revenue that is redirected to other, better-indexed genres. “We’re committed to addressing these systemic issues to help ensure creators get their fair share,” he adds.

SPECIALIST STREAMING SERVICE

Presto Music’s streaming platform, launched in 2023, offers over 200,000 albums, many in high-resolution audio, tailored to classical and jazz enthusiasts. Subscribers can stream online or offline via desktop, mobile apps, or BluOS-supported devices, and enjoy curated guides and daily expert features.

PRESTO MUSIC PRICING AND ACCESS

Presto Music’s streaming plans start from £10.99 per month, with a 30-day free trial available for new users. Flexible options allow integration with music downloads for those seeking a comprehensive listening experience.

HiFi PiG Says: An interesting new approach to make things fairer for classical and jazz musicians.