Ahmad Dhani Allows Restaurants to Play Dewa 19 Songs, Here Are the Conditions

Kapanlagi.com - The music royalty polemic has resurfaced, causing unrest among culinary business players. Several restaurant and cafe owners have expressed feeling burdened by the payment requirements for royalties on the songs they play at their establishments.

This situation has sparked negative reactions towards the use of domestic songs, as it is deemed to hinder the creativity of the business atmosphere. This has led to a reluctance to play music, which should be a supportive element of the dining experience.

Amidst this heated situation, Ahmad Dhani has come up with an unexpected initiative. The musician and member of Commission X of the Indonesian House of Representatives offers restaurant owners the chance to play Dewa 19 songs for free, but with certain special conditions. Here are the requirements.

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1. The Music Royalty Polemic and Its Impact on Restaurants

Ahmad Dhani Allows Restaurants to Play Dewa 19 Songs (credit: instagram/ahmaddhaniofficial)

The issue of music royalty payments has created a stir between songwriters and business operators, especially in the culinary sector. Many café and restaurant owners feel that the current system is unfair and burdensome, especially for those who are just starting out or are still developing.

As a result, many business operators are becoming reluctant to play local songs to avoid legal consequences and additional costs. Music, which should enhance customer comfort, has now become an additional burden.

2. Ahmad Dhani Offers an Unusual Solution

Through his official Instagram account, Ahmad Dhani stated that he allows Dewa 19 songs to be played for free in restaurants. This policy is specifically for business operators with multiple branches who want to continue supporting local music.

However, Dhani imposed a limitation that this permission only applies to Dewa 19 songs performed by Virzha and Ello. This version is part of a specific arrangement for which he directly owns the master rights.

3. Requirements that Must Be Met by Business Actors

Ahmad Dhani Allows Restaurants to Play Dewa 19 Songs (credit: instagram/ahmaddhaniofficial)

To obtain this permit, business actors are not required to pay any royalty fees. The only requirement is: to send a direct message (DM) to the official Dewa 19 account on Instagram, which is @officialdewa19.

"Restaurants with many branches that want to play the song Dewa 19 ft Virzha and Ello. Ahmad Dhani as the owner, master gives it for free to those interested," wrote Dhani. “Those interested DM @officialdewa19,” he continued in the caption of the post.

4. Only Certain Versions of the Songs Are Allowed

Although Dhani grants permission for free, he emphasizes that it only applies to Dewa 19 songs featuring Virzha and Ello. Other versions of the songs, or those with original vocalists like Ari Lasso and Once, are not included in this permission.

This refers to the master rights that Dhani holds for those versions, giving him the authority to grant their direct use. Playing songs outside of the specified versions remains subject to the general provisions of music royalties.

5. Positive Response from the Business World

Ahmad Dhani Allows Restaurants to Play Dewa 19 Songs (credit: instagram/ahmaddhaniofficial)

The steps taken by Dhani have received a positive response from many business owners, especially those who feel burdened by the existing royalty system. Many see this initiative as a form of support for small and medium enterprises.

This initiative is considered not only to help their businesses continue to operate in a vibrant atmosphere but also as a symbol of support from musicians for MSMEs in the culinary sector. Many business owners have expressed their appreciation directly through social media.

6. Questions Regarding the Conditions for Playing Dewa 19 Songs for Free in Restaurants

Q: What are the conditions for a restaurant to play Dewa 19 songs for free from Ahmad Dhani?
A: The restaurant must have multiple branches and send a DM to the official Instagram account @officialdewa19.

Q: Which Dewa 19 songs can be played for free?
A: Only Dewa 19 songs performed by Virzha and Ello can be played without royalties.

Q: Who grants permission for the use of Dewa 19 songs?
A: Ahmad Dhani, as the owner of the master recordings, grants permission directly through his Instagram posts.

Q: Can all Dewa 19 songs be played for free in restaurants?
A: No, only the versions of songs performed by Virzha and Ello are included in this free permission.

Q: Why did Ahmad Dhani grant this permission?
A: As a form of support for culinary entrepreneurs affected by the music royalty controversy.

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