28 August 2007

More fashion retailers buy PRS Music Licences

34%* more fashion retailers in the UK have bought a PRS Music Licence in the past two years.

The music PRS represents has never been more in demand in this sector.

Music is a key element to creating atmosphere; it can enhance brand perception, attract customers, influence spending behaviour and improve staff morale.

If retailers play music they need clearance to do so from the owners of that music. PRS represents the owners and can provide the permissions needed; enabling access to the world's music in the most efficient way.

PRS Public Performance Sales Managing Director Keith Gilbert said: ‘Many fashion retailers recognise that playing the right kind of music can enhance the environment they provide for customers and staff.’

‘By buying a PRS Music Licence you have access to 10 million pieces of music and at a competitive rate.’

Fashion retailers can call 0800 068 4828 for further information and to receive a quote for a PRS Music Licence.

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Contact:
Press Office 020 7306 4777, press@mcps-prs-alliance.co.uk

Notes for editors:

PRS- The Performing Right Society, creating a future for music. As a not-for-profit membership society, PRS ensures composers, songwriters and music publishers are paid royalties when their music is used. Music is everywhere, every day: live performance, TV and radio, CDs, DVDs, downloads, streams and everything in between. Royalties create a future for music by supporting creators while they continue to write. www.mcps-prs-alliance.co.uk  

*Statistic – 34% more fashion retailers (Retail sale of clothing, Retail sale of children's & infants' clothing, Retail sale of other women's clothing, Retail sale of other men's clothing, Retail sale of footwear)  have bought a PRS Music Licence in the past two years according to data from the Public Performance Sales System from 15/05/05 – 31/05/07