Does SESAC own Harry Fox Agency?
Penelope Carter
Updated on May 22, 2026
It was founded in 1927 by the National Music Publishers Association. The agency was sold to performing rights organization SESAC in 2015, which was itself acquired by The Blackstone Group in 2017.
Does Harry Fox Agency collect performance royalties?
The Harry Fox Agency administers various royalties to songwriters and music publishers. The Harry Fox Agency ensures that royalties generated from the composition of non-digital phonorecords are paid in the correct amount to certain songwriters and music publishers, among other voluntary digital licensing activities.
Which artists are with SESAC?
SESAC represents the rights of over 30,000 songwriters and film composers including artists such as Adele, Burna Boy, Christophe Beck, Rosanne Cash, David Crosby, Neil Diamond, Bob Dylan, Lalah Hathaway, Kesha, Gabriel Mann, R.E.M., and many more.
Who purchased Harry Fox?
SESAC
Ed Christman SESAC has completed its acquisition of the Harry Fox Agency from the National Music Publishers’ Assn. While terms of the deal weren’t disclosed, sources suggest that SESAC paid about $20 million-$25 million for the mechanical rights organization.
How do I contact Harry Fox Agency?
- Contact Email [email protected]
- Phone Number (212) 834-0100.
Do I need Harry Fox if I have Songtrust?
We’re on the same team. You can still use Songtrust if you already have an account with The Harry Fox Agency (HFA). If you are already a member of HFA, we will help you manage your catalog and expand royalty collection to many other international sources.
Does Songtrust collect SoundExchange?
Songtrust does not collect from SoundExchange as they collect different royalties. Songtrust collects royalties generated by compositions while SoundExchange collects digital performance royalties generated by master recordings.
How much will you pay through Harry Fox Agency to record your cover song on CDS?
In addition to royalty fees, there is a modest per-song processing fee of $13 to $15 charged by HFA, depending upon how many songs are licensed. HFA’s Songfile makes this easy.
