Justice Department officials and lawmakers are considering an overhaul of longstanding music-licensing rules that have pitted songwriters and publishers against the businesses, broadcasters and digital streaming services that want to play their compositions. The government’s review could have major implications on the multibillion-dollar music industry. Opponents of the current system say the rules unfairly disadvantage artists and limit music publishers from striking their own licensing deals, leading to musicians earning...

Source: Wall Street Journal February 26, 2019 12:00 UTC