Get Licensed to Play Music
Obtaining your RE:SOUND and SOCAN music licenses through Entandem is straightforward and simple. Without a license, you'd need individual permissions from each music creator. Different licenses cover a wide range of uses of live and recorded music, each adding unique value to your business or event.
Get Licensed to Play Music
Obtaining your RE:SOUND and SOCAN music licenses through Entandem is straightforward and simple. Without a license, you'd need individual permissions from each music creator. Different licenses cover a wide range of uses of live and recorded music, each adding unique value to your business or event.
How to get your music license
If this is your first time with Entandem, our licensing process is straightforward and easy.
Step 1
Determine the suitable licenses for you
Simply provide details about your business and music usage so we can determine the suitable licenses for you. Entandem offers various licenses tailored to different needs.
Step 2
Register on Entandem’s customer portal
Create an account by registering your business on our portal. Here, you can obtain and renew your license and manage your account with us. The portal lists all relevant licenses for different music uses in your business.
Step 3
Complete the online licensing form
Select the recommended music license and provide the necessary details. Each license requires different information to determine the fee. For example, if you are a restaurant, indicate if you use live or background music, or both, and if you have a dance floor.
Step 4
Make a payment
Your license will cover both SOCAN and RE:SOUND music licenses, ensuring compliance with both organizations. After completing the report form, make your payment. Depending on the license, you may receive an estimate to pay later based on your actual music use for the year.
Once you have your license, you can be confident that your music usage is legal and compliant with Canadian copyright law. With your account, you’ll receive reminders about license renewals, making the process straightforward and easy to complete.
Once you have your license, you can be confident that your music usage is legal and compliant with Canadian copyright law. With your account, you’ll receive reminders about license renewals, making the process straightforward and easy to complete.
Ready to get started?
Answer a few questions to quickly find the best license for your business. The process takes only a few minutes to determine which license is suitable for your business.
Time to renew?
If you already have an account with Entandem, log in to our portal to renew your music license.
Want to learn more about music licensing with Entandem?
- Check out our FAQ on music licensing for businesses. Whether you run a fitness studio, restaurant, or any other business using music, you’ll find the answers here.