Wer wird wirklich bezahlt? Transparenz, Tarife und die Zukunft des Urheberrechts in der Live-Musik
Der Roundtable „Wer wird wirklich bezahlt? Transparenz, Tarife und die Zukunft des Urheberrechts in der Live-Musik“ befasst sich mit der dringenden Frage der fairen Vergütung für Musikschaffende bei Live-Veranstaltungen. Angesichts steigender Gebühren und uneinheitlicher Vorschriften in ganz Europa stehen Festivals und Veranstalter unter zunehmendem Druck, während Komponisten und Rechteinhaber oft nur geringe Einnahmen erzielen. Der Roundtable befasst sich mit veralteten Meldesystemen, unklaren Zuständigkeiten für Setlisten und den Auswirkungen von Tarifen auf Sponsoring, Barverkäufe und sogar Subventionen.
Burak Özgen (GESAC), Marit Posch (German Bulldozer) und Alexander Kralisch (GEMA) teilen ihre Perspektiven dazu, wie sich die Strukturen der kollektiven Verwertung, des Verlagswesens und der Lizenzierung weiterentwickeln könnten, um sowohl Künstlern als auch dem Live-Sektor besser zu dienen. Moderiert von Ruth Koleva (Sofia Live Fest) wird in der Diskussion untersucht, wie eine faire Bezahlung für Songwriter mit dem wirtschaftlichen Überleben von Festivals in Einklang gebracht werden kann – und welche Reformen echte Transparenz und Rechenschaftspflicht bringen könnten.
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Ruth KolevaSofia Live Festival
Ruth Koleva
Ruth Koleva stands as an emblem of modern musical prowess and entrepreneurial spirit. Celebrated not only for her musical talents but also for her dedication to innovation and progress within the music industry, Koleva has received numerous accolades, including Grazia Magazine's Woman of the Year, Forbes 30 Under 30, and the Best Jazz Vocalist award at the JAJ Awards in Japan.
As the Head of Partnerships for Kanjian, China's largest independent music company, Ruth plays a pivotal role, bridging the gap for international entities aiming to establish themselves in the world's most expansive micro-market. Koleva's passion for her native Bulgaria and her drive to foster its music scene was evident when she launched Sofia Live Festival in 2019. This contemporary festival, spanning three days, showcases the confluence of innovation with a diverse range of artistic disciplines and genres. Its debut was met with overwhelming success, drawing an audience of over 8,000 attendees.
In 2022, Ruth further solidified her position within the Bulgarian music industry by joining the board of the Bulgarian Society for Neighboring Rights - PROPHON. The following year marked another milestone with the inception of the SoAlive music conference in Sofia, Bulgaria, which she founded and helms as CEO.
Beyond her notable professional achievements, Ruth is a dedicated advocate for equality and inclusivity. In 2013, she was among the pioneering performers to take the stage at Sofia Pride. Moreover, her commitment to the LGBTQ+ community extends to her role on the advisory board of the LGBTQ+ Single Step Foundation.
Adding to her rich portfolio, Ruth proudly serves as the president of ANMIP-BG (Association of Independent Music Publishers and Producers in Bulgaria) and board member of IMPALA, further elevating the voice of Bulgarian music on the international stage. Through her varied roles and constant endeavors, Koleva is shaping the future of music both in Bulgaria and worldwide.
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Burak ÖzgenGESAC
Burak Özgen
Burak Özgen is Deputy General Manager at GESAC, which through its 32 members (authors' CMOs) represents more than 1.2 million creators from across the EU/EEA in the process of European law and policy making. Before GESAC, Burak undertook several roles and responsibilities at EMI Music Publishing, European Commission, and umbrella organisations in music and audiovisual sector.
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Marit PoschGERMAN BULLDOZER
Marit Posch
Marit Posch works with artists, brands, and mission-driven ventures to turn ideas into momentum. As founder of GERMAN BULLDOZER and colorburst records, and with 20+ years in roles at Monkeytown Records (Label & Artist Management), IDOL (General Manager Germany), and melino (Business Development & Marketing), she brings deep industry insight to strategy, marketing, execution, and fundraising. Based in Berlin, she specializes in helping creative projects move forward with clarity and impact.
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Alexander KralischGEMA
Alexander Kralisch
Alexander Kralisch is a Berlin-based music industry professional with over 20 years of experience across major live and label organizations. He began his career running clubs in Berlin in the early 2000s before joining the booking team at Melt Festival, where he curated events and led the tour promotion agency Melt Booking.
He later transitioned into the label side of the business, working in A&R at Universal Music in Berlin, Polydor Records in London, and Believe, where he served as A&R Director for the German market. His career also includes roles at Four Artists, Innervisions, and All Artists.
Today, Alexander works at GEMA, Germany’s collective management organization, where he leads projects within the performance rights department focused on transparency, traceability, and international collaboration with sister societies.
A true music nerd, bookworm, and vintage hi-fi enthusiast, Alexander brings both passion and depth to everything he does in the world of music.