Breaking Down Royalties with PPL
‘The Break’, is a new event series by iluvlive, where industry experts will be invited for an intimate chat to discuss topics and ways to break into the music business in detail. The Break is designed to inspire, educate, and empower while providing access to key industry professionals.
Venue: PPL, 1 Upper James Street, London W1F 9DE
Date: 11th November 2025
Time: 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Entry: Free Tickets via Eventbrite* (see below)
*Please note: Tickets are FREE, but entry is not guaranteed. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.
MODERATOR
LAUREN LOUISE POWELL Managing Director Of iluvlive
“At iluvlive, we’re dedicated to bridging the gap between artists and the business side of the industry. In this edition of 'The Break,’ our focus is on empowering artists with the knowledge and confidence they need to navigate complex areas, such as royalties. By partnering with PPL, we can help artists truly understand the value of their work.”
PANELLISTS
KENNY BARBER
Relationship Manager For Black Music at PRS for Music
Kenny Barber is the Relationship Manager for Black Music at PRS for Music, where he champions and supports songwriters, producers, and publishers while promoting a deeper understanding of how creators can earn and grow within the industry. A former Sony-signed singer-songwriter, Kenny is also the Managing Director of Sonitus Music Group, home to R&B star Bellah and a touring roster that includes Nippa, Loski, and Fave.
Member Development at PPL
Ciara works across the Client Services team at PPL, supporting Relationship Managers and Member Development Executives in recruiting new talent and maximising artists’ neighbouring rights income. She also sits on the steering board of the women in music charity Cat’s Mother, where she has helped deliver events in collaboration with organisations including UTA, Sony, and PPL. Ciara holds an MA in Music Business Management and previously worked in music touring with Only Helix.
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About PPL
PPL is the UK music industry’s collective management organisation (CMO) for performers and recording rightsholders. We help ensure that our members’ talent and investment is fairly rewarded.
We license recorded music in the UK when it is broadcast (TV and radio) or played in public places (retail, hospitality, workplaces, gyms, etc). When our members’ music is played around the world, they can appoint us to collect royalties through our network of more than 110 agreements with other CMOs.
Our members include both independent and major record companies, together with performers ranging from emerging grassroots artists through to established session musicians and global superstars.
In 2024, PPL’s revenue was over £300 million, the highest in the company’s 90-year history and we paid over 172,000 performers and recording rightsholders. In the last five years alone, PPL has distributed over £1.25 billion to performers and recording rightsholders.
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