Gramo

Podcast is outside of Gramo's field of action.

Use of recorded music in podcast

The right sound system and speakers are important, but so is the correct agreements making you able to play your music legally.

Choose the right music vendor for your company

Bastian Daae

Morten Tørmoen

Helge Haaland

Information for businesses using music in public settings

For businesses that play music

You can calculate the price and register a music agreement on the website, or you can download a music agreement form with prices here.

Music agreement and pricing for companies using music

We do not negotiate prices for each company, but for entire trades.

Equal prices for everyone in the same industry

Here you will find some info and price calculator

What does my business need to pay to play music?

If your company uses music that is audible to your customers, you must, according to Norwegian law, pay to those who own the music.

Why does my business have to pay to Gramo?

Have you received a visit from Gramo and Tono?

In Norway there are two groups of rights holders with their own agency to collect and pay money when music is played in public.

Does my company need to pay for both Gramo and Tono?

We might pay you a visit. Here is some information.

What if my business use music without notifying Gramo?

Some of the music broadcasted on TV gives the musicians and artists the right to payment through Gramo.

Why does my business need to pay to Gramo when I only have TV?

All use of recorded music must be paid for, both to Gramo and Tono.

Do we need to pay for "walk in music" and music during breaks at festivals and concerts?

Paying for the Music your Business Uses

We will reduce the invoice if your business has been closed

I have received an invoice for the whole year, but my business has been closed.

If you no longer use music, TV or radio audible to your customers or guests, send a notice of termination to Gramo.

What do I do if we no longer use music?

EHF is an e-invoice for companies. ELMA is a register that contains the addresses to which the recipient wishes to have their documents sent

What is EHF and ELMA?

In most cases we send an invoice once a year to those playing music for customers and guests.

How often do I get an invoice from Gramo for using music in my company?

The price is calculated according to the population of the municipality.

What is the basis for the invoice to the municipality?

Fees to the Fund for Performing Artists are included in the invoice.

Payment to the Fund for Performing Artists (FFUK)?

Invoicing

Gramo pays money to those who have sung or played a song, and to those who own the song.

What does Gramo do with the money after it has been collected?

Gramo is approved by the Ministry of Culture and Equality of Norway

How do I know that Gramo is legitimate?

Gramo sends letters to all companies registered in The Brønnøysund Register Centre with an industry that we know often uses music.

For businesses that play music

Use of recorded music in podcast

Choose the right music vendor for your company

Paying for the Music your Business Uses

Invoicing

About Gramo and the Money We Get In