Metal Anarchy

Gene Simmons (KISS) and Michael Huppe, president and CEO of SoundExchange, will be testifying before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee’s Intellectual Property Subcommittee on December 9. The hearing is related to the American Music Fairness Act, which seeks to have radio corporations pay artists for playing their music.

Simmons commented:

“Having spent my career in the music and entertainment industry, I understand the vital importance of this issue. The American Music Fairness Act represents sound public policy. Artists must be properly compensated for their creative work. I look forward to meeting with both Republican and Democratic Senators to discuss why this legislation is crucial for thousands of present and future American recording artists.”

Huppe added:

“I’m pleased for the opportunity to testify before the Senate next week. Recording artists are an essential part of our culture. It’s outrageous that, in 2025, they still are not paid fairly for the work they do. I hope that the Senate will remedy this inequity and act swiftly to pass this important legislation.”

[via Blabbermouth]