Music reporting – rules to keep in mind

Public performances

Examples of public performances are live shows at restaurants, bars, youth centers, hospitals, retirement homes, public squares, corporate parties, events and churches.

Private performances

Private events such as birthday parties, weddings, baptisms and funerals are not considered public. This means there is no Stim license for the event and no compensation is paid for the music.

Cover songs

You report both your own songs and cover songs. It is permitted to perform others' songs live if they have previously been released or performed live (premiered). However, if you make changes to the lyrics or music, special permission from the rightsholder is required.

Performances abroad

If your music has been performed live abroad, Stim will in many cases receive information about this. But it can take time before the money reaches Sweden — up to one and a half years is not unusual. You can help Stim monitor your compensation. Read more about performances abroad.

Report your performances

Fill out the form here to report your performances in Sweden.

Sometimes the concert organizer is responsible for music reporting

For classical, chamber or orchestral music, the concert organizer is obliged to report which repertoire was performed.

For performances with foreign artists and groups, it is the concert organizer's responsibility to submit a setlist/repertoire to Stim.

Do you have more questions about reporting live performances?

Contact our Member Service and we'll help you.