The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is ramping up its fight against media manipulation and corporate-controlled radio playlists, cracking down on pay-for-play schemes that prioritize major-label-backed artists over independent musicians. At the same time, the agency is aligning with Congress’s renewed push for the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA)—legislation that would require radio stations to pay performance royalties for the music they broadcast.
The FCC’s latest enforcement advisory warns broadcasters against covertly influencing airplay through payola-style practices, including forcing artists to participate in promotions or concerts in exchange for spins. Such schemes, the agency states, violate federal law and undermine fairness in music broadcasting.
"These deceptive tactics distort the market and limit opportunities for emerging artists," an FCC spokesperson said. "We are committed to ensuring transparency and fairness in how music reaches the airwaves."
Meanwhile, in Congress, lawmakers backing AMFA argue that it's time for big radio to pay its fair share—a move that would end radio’s long-standing exemption from paying artists for on-air performances. Supporters claim that the bill will level the playing field, while opponents, including the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), warn that it could cripple local stations and reduce diversity in programming.
With the FCC and Congress both turning up the heat on corporate radio, industry leaders are bracing for major regulatory changes that could reshape the power dynamics of music broadcasting. As independent artists and legacy broadcasters clash over the future of radio, the battle over who controls the airwaves—and who profits from them—continues to escalate.
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