Do artists need permission to cover songs?

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2. Is BMI free to join?
3. Do you need license to play music in shop?
4. What does BMI do for songwriters?
5. How much is an Ascap license?
6. Do you need to copyright your music?
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10. Can I switch from BMI to Ascap?

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