RAAP appoints Mayobridge's Kieran Goss to lead campaign

MAYOBRIDGE singer-songwriter Kieran Goss has been appointed chairman of RAAP.

RAAP (Recorded Artists Actors Performers), the Irish not-for-profit collective management organisation representing performers’ rights and they appointed Kieran Goss as Chairman of its Board of Directors.

Originally from Mayobridge and a renowned singer-songwriter and performer, Kieran Goss has been a central figure in Irish music for over three decades. He continues to write, record and tour internationally as part of the duo Kieran Goss and Annie Kinsella. In addition to his artistic career, Goss brings a deep understanding of performers’ rights, shaped by his legal background and long-standing advocacy for fair remuneration in the music industry. A founding member and director of RAAP since its establishment in 2001, he succeeds the late Paddy Cole in the role of Chairman.

“It’s an honour to take on this role at a time when the protection of performers’ rights has never been more important,” said Kieran.

“RAAP has always stood for fairness, transparency and putting performers first. I look forward to continuing that mission and building on the legacy of my friend and colleague, Paddy Cole.”

CEO of RAAP Colman Clinch siad he was proud to have someone of the south Down musicians calbri leading the fight.

“Kieran has been a passionate and principled advocate for performers’ rights since RAAP’s inception,” Colman said.

“His deep understanding of the challenges facing artists combined with his legal insight and lived experience as a working musician makes him an ideal Chairman. We are proud to have someone of Kieran’s calibre leading our Board as we continue to advocate for fair remuneration and deliver real value to our members at home and abroad.”

RAAP (Recorded Artists Actors Performers) is a performer-owned, not-for-profit collective management organisation representing the rights of musicians, singers and actors. Established in 2001, RAAP ensures that performers receive fair remuneration when their recorded work is broadcast or publicly performed.

With over 5,000 members and partnerships in more than 55 territories worldwide, RAAP has distributed over €115 million in royalties to 100,000 performers since 2001. RAAP distributes royalties on a monthly basis, ensuring a consistent and reliable income stream for working performers, and is recognised for its transparency, efficiency and strong advocacy for performer rights both in Ireland and on the international stage.

The organisation is committed to fair data use, transparency, and performer-first practices.

Learn more at www.raap.ie