MUSIC RIGHT (SARAWAK) BERHAD (MRSB) is a not-for-profit Collective Management Organization (CMO).

It represents all Malaysian music industry artists especially in Sarawak on behalf of local ethnic song creators. Members who hand over the mandate to MRSB to control their royalty rights in Sarawak will benefit from it. MRSB role would involve the administration, protection, and promotion of the rights of music creators and performers in Sarawak.

On 5 November 2021, MRSB was granted a certificate of declaration as a licensing body by the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia ("MyIPO"), pursuant to the Copyright Act (Licensing Body) Regulations 2021, which enables MRSB to operate as a CMO in Malaysia.

Establishment of a Separate Entity 

Armada Anak Seni Sarawak Association (ARAS) has established Music Right (Sarawak) Berhad (MRSB) on 28th September 2020. 

MRSB is established as a separate entity that focuses on the collection of music royalties and the issuance of licenses for the use of music in the general public specifically in the Sarawak Region. 

The scope of royalty collection is only on Sarawak's local ethnic songs such as Iban, Bidayuh, Melanau, Kayan, Kenyah, Lunbawang, Salako and others.

Structure and Scope of Work

1. Structure and Governance

• Board of Directors: Comprised of representatives from Sarawak’s music industry, including songwriters, composers, artists, and other stakeholders, to ensure balanced decision-making.

• Management Team: Professionals handling day-to-day operations, including legal, financial, and member relations.

• Membership: 

This membership also includes:

1. Composer (Pencipta Lagu)

2. Lyricist (Penulis Lirik)

3. Publisher (Penerbit Asal)

4. Recording Studio (Studio Rakaman)

5. Music Arranger (Penyusun Muzik)

6. Recorded Music Player (Pemain Muzik Rakaman) 

7. Singer (Penyanyi)

8. Music Video Maker (Pembikin Video Muzik) 

2. Roles and Responsibilities

• Licensing: MRSB would manage the licensing of music on behalf of its members, granting permission to businesses, broadcasters, streaming services, and other users to play or use copyrighted works.

• Royalty Collection and Distribution: The organization would collect royalties from the use of music in various media, including live performances, radio, television, digital platforms, and public spaces, and distribute these to the rights holders.

• Enforcement of Rights: It would ensure that copyright laws are respected and enforced, taking legal action if necessary to protect members' intellectual property.

• Education and Campaigns: MRSB will provide resources to educate and make members aware of their interests and rights as artists.

3. Operations

• Licensing Services: The organization would offer blanket licensing agreements to businesses, making it easier for them to legally use music while ensuring that creators are compensated.

• Database Management: MRSB would maintain an updated database of musical works created by its members to streamline royalty collections.

4. Scope of Work

• Music Genres: MRSB would cover all genres, from traditional ethnic music to modern pop, reflecting Sarawak's diverse cultural landscape.

• Digital Rights Management: With the increasing use of digital platforms, MRSB would focus on ensuring members' rights are protected in online streaming, downloads, and other digital uses.

• Public Awareness Campaigns: To educate the public and businesses about the importance of respecting music rights and the consequences of copyright infringement.