A report by webnuts says music licensing organizations are starting to come down a bit harder on businesses using music.
If you are a business owner or manager and are currently playing music in your venues or considering implementing music on hold, you need to be aware that the music you use must be licensed, or it will be considered illegal use of copyrighted music. If caught, you could be facing steep fines or possible legal action. The music industry is coming down hard on businesses that are unaware of or disregard proper licensing of copyrighted music…
You can find more specific information about music on hold licensing at theLearn about music licensing for business and hold music.