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OneMusic vs Melodial: what you actually pay

OneMusic fees depend on your business type, size, and how you use music. But the licence only covers the right to play music — you still need to pay separately for a music source like Spotify or a streaming service. Melodial includes both.

Business Type OneMusic + Music Source Melodial You Save
Small retail shop
(under 100m², digital music) 		$1,068+per year (licence + streaming) $99.99per year (music + licence) $968+per year
Café or restaurant
(small venue, digital music) 		$1,568+per year (licence + streaming) $99.99per year (music + licence) $1,468+per year
Hair or beauty salon
(under 100m²) 		$968+per year (licence + streaming) $99.99per year (music + licence) $868+per year
Gym or fitness studio
(recorded music, classes) 		$4,168–$5,568+per year (licence + streaming) $99.99per year (music + licence) $4,068–$5,468+per year
Business Type OneMusic + Music Source Melodial You Save
Small retail shop
(under 100m², digital music) 		NZ$980+per year (licence + streaming) NZ$99.99per year (music + licence) NZ$880+per year
Café or restaurant
(small venue, digital music) 		NZ$1,380+per year (licence + streaming) NZ$99.99per year (music + licence) NZ$1,280+per year
Hair or beauty salon
(under 100m²) 		NZ$880+per year (licence + streaming) NZ$99.99per year (music + licence) NZ$780+per year
Gym or fitness studio
(recorded music, classes) 		NZ$3,680–$5,180+per year (licence + streaming) NZ$99.99per year (music + licence) NZ$3,580–$5,080+per year

OneMusic fees based on published rate schedules and do not include a music streaming service. Melodial includes both the music and the licence in one subscription.

How can Melodial skip OneMusic?

OneMusic collects licence fees on behalf of the societies representing songwriters, composers, publishers, record labels, and performers. If you play music from their catalogues — which includes virtually all mainstream music — you pay their fees.

Melodial is a completely different model. We own or directly licence every track in our catalogue. None of our music is registered with OneMusic (APRA AMCOS + PPCA). No royalties to collect means no licence fees to pay.

Your Melodial subscription is your licence. It covers the music and the right to play it commercially — all in one payment.

Certificate of Compliance included. Download a PDF from your account that proves your music is fully licensed. If OneMusic or any licensing body contacts you, show them the certificate. You're covered. And if they push further, forward us their email — we'll draft the response.

The three rights you need to play music commercially

Recording rights

The right to stream a specific sound recording of a song.

✓ Covered by Melodial

Publishing rights

The right to stream the composition and lyrics.

✓ Covered by Melodial

Public performance rights

The right to play music in a commercial environment.

✓ Covered by Melodial

Melodial owns or directly licences every track in our catalogue. None of our music is registered with any collecting society, so no collecting society fees apply.

Two ways to legally play music in your business

OneMusic licence Melodial
What it is A licence that covers almost all commercial music — songs you hear on the radio. Music not included. An all-in-one subscription. Music and commercial licence in one payment.
You need this if You play chart hits, radio, TV, or host live cover bands. You want curated atmosphere music at a fixed price — and believe your venue deserves better than random radio.
How it works Annual fee that varies by business type, size, and music use. Music source not included. $9.99/month flat. No forms, no audits. Certificate of Compliance included instantly.

Feature-by-feature comparison

Feature Melodial OneMusic
Music included ✓ ✗ licence only
Commercial licence included ✓ ✓
Collecting society fees $0 Included in fee
Pricing $9.99/month flat Varies by size, type, tier
Annual audits or reporting None May be required
Certificate of Compliance ✓ instant download ✗
Mobile app (iOS & Android) ✓ ✗
Voice announcements ✓ AI-powered ✗
No explicit lyrics ✓ Depends on your music source
Cancel anytime ✓ Annual contract

What happens if you play unlicensed music?

OneMusic actively contacts businesses playing unlicensed music. They send letters, make phone calls, and use music recognition technology to detect what's being played in your venue.

The penalties are real. Playing copyright-protected music without permission is an infringement under the Copyright Act 1968. Court proceedings can result in your business paying not just the licence fees owed, but additional damages and legal costs.

With Melodial, you're fully compliant from the moment you subscribe. No risk, no paperwork, no surprises.

Already paying for Spotify or Apple Music? It doesn't cover commercial use. Their terms of service explicitly prohibit playing music in a business. Even with a paid subscription, you still need a OneMusic licence — and that's hundreds or thousands of dollars per year on top of your streaming subscription. Melodial replaces both.

What's included for $9.99/month?

Curated Music Streams

Radio-style stations for every mood and venue — café acoustic, jazz lounge, chill pop, upbeat dance, and more. New tracks added regularly.

Full Commercial Licence

Play music legally in any business premises. No OneMusic. No collecting society fees. Your subscription is your licence.

Mobile App (iOS & Android)

Browse genres, create playlists, download tracks for offline playback. Control your music from your phone.

No Explicit Content

Every track is family-friendly. No swearing, no awkward moments with customers. Safe for all venues and all ages.

Voice Announcements

Create AI-powered voice ads that play between tracks — promote daily specials, welcome messages, or events. No recording equipment needed.

Certificate of Compliance

Download your official licence certificate instantly from your account. Show it to any licensing body that contacts you.

Switch from OneMusic in 3 minutes

1
Subscribe to Melodial — $9.99/month or $99.99/year. No contracts, cancel anytime.
2
Play Melodial exclusively — switch off Spotify, radio, or CDs. Use our streams, playlists, or mobile app instead.
3
Cancel your OneMusic licence — download your Melodial Certificate of Compliance. You're now fully licensed without OneMusic.

Frequently asked questions

Is Melodial a legitimate alternative to OneMusic?
Yes. OneMusic collects fees for music registered with the collecting societies it represents. Melodial's music is not registered with any collecting society — we own or directly licence every track. If you play only Melodial music, you don't owe OneMusic anything. Your Melodial subscription is your licence.
Can I really cancel my OneMusic licence?
Yes — as long as you play Melodial exclusively and don't play any other commercially released music (radio, CDs, Spotify, Apple Music, etc.). Your Melodial Certificate of Compliance proves your music is fully licensed. Contact OneMusic to cancel your existing licence once you've made the switch.
What if OneMusic contacts my business?
Show them your Melodial Certificate of Compliance. It proves the music you play is fully licensed through Melodial and not part of the collecting society repertoire. If they continue to press, forward us their email at info@melodial.com and we'll draft the response for you.
What kind of music do you have?
Thousands of tracks across a wide range of genres — café acoustic, jazz, chill pop, lo-fi beats, upbeat dance, ambient, and more. All curated for commercial environments. No explicit lyrics, no awkward content. New tracks are added regularly.
Do you have mainstream chart artists?
No — and that's exactly why you don't need OneMusic. Mainstream artists are registered with collecting societies. Our catalogue is made up of independent tracks specifically designed for commercial environments. Great background music that doesn't trigger licensing fees. Most of your customers won't know the difference — they just want the right atmosphere.
What if I still play some radio or Spotify alongside Melodial?
If you play any commercially released music — even occasionally — you still need a OneMusic licence for that music. Your Melodial certificate only covers Melodial music. To fully replace OneMusic, you need to play Melodial exclusively.
How does OneMusic pricing actually work?
OneMusic fees depend on your business type, size, and how you use music. They have separate schemes for dining, retail, fitness, and other sectors. Within each scheme, fees are tiered by area size or seating capacity, and vary based on your music source. A small café can pay well over a thousand dollars a year just for the licence — without any music included. Melodial is $99.99/year for everything.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. No contracts, no cancellation fees. Go to your account page and click Manage Subscriptions. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period.

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