The artist, or writer of the song, cannot give permission if the song is published as the publisher's permission is required. If the song has been recorded before then no permission is required to record it. The MCPS pay all monies to the publisher who then pays the composer/author a share depending on a pre arranged agreement, usually 50%. PRS will also pay the publisher for broadcast or concert use of the work in question and the composer/author will only get his/her share directly if he/she is a member of the PRS.