AIMIAIMI knowledge centre
Songwriting royalties: your questions answered
Understand what a catalogue audit can show, which identifiers matter and where human review is needed.
What does AIMI do?
AIMI is a music rights and catalogue intelligence platform for songwriters, composers, publishers and labels. It compares recording and composition evidence to flag unmatched recordings, missing writer or publisher details, duplicate registrations and share gaps for review.
How can I investigate missing songwriting royalties?
Start by checking that your musical works are registered with the organisations responsible for collecting your royalties. Compare work titles, writer names, identifiers, publisher information and ownership shares with your records. AIMI helps organise this evidence and identify registration issues; a flagged issue is a lead to investigate, not proof that money is owed.
Does a recording match prove I am owed royalties?
No. A match connects recording and work evidence. Payment depends on usage, ownership, territory, licensing and collection rules. Unmatched recordings or missing metadata do not establish a recoverable amount.
What is the difference between an ISRC and an ISWC?
An ISRC identifies a sound recording. An ISWC identifies a musical work or composition. They identify different things, so several recordings may refer to the same underlying work. Writer and publisher identities also matter when reviewing the connection.
Does AIMI replace The MLC or my collection society?
No. AIMI helps you investigate and prepare metadata. You still need the appropriate accounts, authority and reviewed claim details for the relevant collection organisation. AIMI can format reviewed metadata for upload through your MLC account.
Can I explore AIMI before creating an account?
Yes. The public demonstration catalogue lets you explore the platform before signing in. Account access is required for your own workspace. Research downloads have a separate email subscription and consent step.
Check the original sources
Use the organisations responsible for your rights data to confirm their current requirements. AIMI’s references to these organisations describe data and workflow context, not a partnership or endorsement.