TY 2010 Form 990

- TIN:

Form990

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax

Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

A For the calendar year, or tax year beginning 04-01-2010 and ending 03-31-2011

BCheck if applicable: Address change Name change Initial return Terminated Amended return Application pending

CName of organization
RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC

Doing Business As
RIAA

Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
1025 F ST NW 10TH FLOOR

Room/suite

City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
WASHINGTON, DC20004

D Employer identification number

13-1669037

E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 29,532,428

F Name and address of principal officer:
CARY SHERMAN
1025 F ST NW 10TH FLOOR
WASHINGTON,DC20004

Tax-exempt status: 501(c)(3) 501(c) ( 6 ) LeftBullet

(insert no.) 4947(a)(1) or 527

Website:

WWW.RIAA.COM

H(a)

Is this a group return for
affiliates? Yes No

H(b)

Are all affiliates included?

Yes No

If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)

H(c)

Group exemption number MediumBullet

K Form of organization: Corporation Trust Association Other MediumBullet

L Year of formation: 1951

M State of legal domicile: NY

Part I

Summary

1	Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: SUPPORTS AND PROMOTES THE CREATIVE AND FINANCIAL VITALITY OF THE MAJOR MUSIC COMPANIES.
2	Check this box
3	Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ....	3	22
4	Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ....	4	21
5	Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2010 (Part V, line 2a) ...	5	72
6	Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ....	6	0
7a	Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ..	7a	-99,114
b	Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ..	7b	-99,114

		Prior Year	Current Year
8	Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) .........	0	0
9	Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) .........	34,809,323	29,101,085
10	Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) ....	37,941	1,224
11	Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e)	81,485	-131,138
12	Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)...................	34,928,749	28,971,171
13	Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )...	0	0
14	Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) ....	0	0
15	Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10)	14,044,245	12,668,989
16a	Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)....	0	0
b	Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) 0
17	Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24f)....	21,200,032	14,815,894
18	Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)	35,244,277	27,484,883
19	Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12......	-315,528	1,486,288
		Beginning of Current Year	End of Year
20	Total assets (Part X, line 16)............	17,325,973	18,878,373
21	Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............	12,079,941	11,852,431
22	Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 .....	5,246,032	7,025,942

Part II

Signature Block

Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.

Sign Here

	Signature of officer	Date

	Type or print name and title.

Paid Preparer's Use Only	Preparer's signature	Date	Check if self- employed	Preparer’s taxpayer identification number (see instructions)
	Firm’s name (or yours if self-employed), address, and ZIP + 4			EIN
				Phone no.

May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? (see instructions) ......... Yes No

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions.

Cat. No. 11282Y

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Part III

Statement of Program Service Accomplishments

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part III . . . . . . . . . .

Briefly describe the organization’s mission: THE RIAA WORKS TO PROTECT THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS OF ARTISTS AND MUSIC LABELS; CONDUCT CONSUMER, INDUSTRY AND TECHNICAL RESEARCH; AND MONITOR AND REVIEW STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS, REGULATIONS AND POLICIES. THE RIAA(R) ALSO CERTIFIES GOLD(R), PLATINUM(R), MULTI-PLATINUM(TM) AND DIAMOND SALES AWARDS AS WELL AS LOS PREMIOS DE ORO Y PLATINO(TM), AN AWARD CELEBRATING LATIN MUSIC SALES.

Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? .................... Yes No

If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.

Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? .......................... Yes No

If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.

Describe the exempt purpose achievements for each of the organization’s three largest program services by expenses.
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.


4a	(Code: ) (Expenses $ including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )
	ANTI-PIRACY OPERATIONS CONDUCT INVESTIGATIONS AND ENFORCEMENT RELATED TO THE ILLEGAL PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION OF SOUND RECORDINGS.

4b	(Code: ) (Expenses $ including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )
	PUBLIC POLICY AND INDUSTRY RELATIONS: PUBLIC POLICY AND INDUSTRY RELATIONS ENGAGE IN LEGISLATIVE, REGULATORY AND LEGAL ADVOCACY FOR THE RECORDING INDUSTRY.

4c	(Code: ) (Expenses $ including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )
	BUSINESS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS: BUSINESS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS PROTECTS THE RIGHTS OF RECORD COMPANIES AND COPYRIGHT OWNERS, PROVIDES COUNSEL TO MEMBERS OF THE RIAA AND LEADS ALL INDUSTRY STATUTORY LICENSE NEGOTIATIONS. THE DEPARTMENT ALSO INTEGRATES THE TECHNOLOGY OBJECTIVES AND GOALS OF THE RECORDING INDUSTRY THROUGH PROJECTS, ANALYSES AND STUDIES.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )
	COMMUNICATIONS AND STRATEGIC ANALYSIS: COMMUNICATIONS AND STRATEGIC ANALYSIS OVERSEES ALL FACETS OF MEDIA AND PUBLIC RELATIONS FOR THE ORGANIZATION, AND COORDINATES THE INDUSTRY'S MARKET RESEARCH PROGRAMS.

	(Code: ) (Expenses $ including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )
	INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS PURSUE A GLOBAL POLICY COMPRISING COPYRIGHT REFORM AND ENFORCEMENT ISSUES.

4d	Other program services. (Describe in Schedule O.)
	(Expenses $ including grants of $ ) (Revenue $ )
4e	Total program service expenses$

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Part IV

Checklist of Required Schedules

Yes

Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule A.....................

Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? ........

Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part I Click to see attachment

..........

Yes

Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part II.........................

Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part III Click to see attachment

........................

Yes

Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts where donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If “Yes,” complete
Schedule D, Part I Click to see attachment

.......................

Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas or historic structures? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part II Click to see attachment

...

Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment

....................

Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule D, Part IV Click to see attachment

...................

Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in term, permanent,or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part V Click to see attachment

If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is ‘Yes,’ then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable:

Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line10? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VI. Click to see attachment

11a

Yes

Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VII. Click to see attachment

11b

Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VIII. Click to see attachment

11c

Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IX. Click to see attachment

11d

Yes

Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X. Click to see attachment

11e

Yes

Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X. Click to see attachment

11f

Yes

12a

Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII Click to see attachment

12a

Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” and if the organization answered ‘No’ to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII is optional Click to see attachment

12b

Yes

Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E

14a

Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?....

14a

Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, and program service activities outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part I.........

14b

Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part II..

Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part III..

Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000, of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part I

Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part II..........

Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part III...................

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Part IV

Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)

20a

Did the organization operate one or more hospitals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule H.....

20a

Did the organization attach its audited financial statement to this return? Note: All Form 990 filers that operate one or more hospitals must attach audited financial statements. .....

20b

Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II..

Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III.....

Did the organization answer “Yes” to Part VII, Section A, questions 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J................ Click to see attachment

Yes

24a

Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer questions 24b–24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25................

24a

Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...

24b

Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................

24c

Did the organization act as an “on behalf of” issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...

24d

25a

Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I......

25a

Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I................

25b

Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highly compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization’s tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L,
Part II...........................

Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor, or a grant selection committee member, or to a person related to such an individual? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part III...............

Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties? (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):

A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV .........................

28a

A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV...................

28b

An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or owner? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV..

28c

Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M

Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M............

Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................

Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II.......................

Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part I........ Click to see attachment

Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Parts II, III, IV, and V, line 1..................... Click to see attachment

Yes

Is any related organization a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? .....

Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2... Click to see attachment

YesNo

Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...........

Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part VI Click to see attachment

Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............

Yes

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Part V

Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part V . . . . . . . . . .

Yes

Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable. .......

195

Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable.

Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................

Yes

Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return .....................

If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?

Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file. (see instructions)

Yes

Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.............................

Yes

If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....

Yes

At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account or securities account)?.......................

If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet

See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.

Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..

Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?

If “Yes” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ........

Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible?..........

Yes

If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................

Yes

Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).

Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................

If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....

Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................

If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....

Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?..........................

Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..

If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?...................

If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?...............

Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?................

Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.

Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?.........

Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?......

Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:

Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...

10a

Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities

10b

Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:

Gross income from members or shareholders .........

11a

Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ........

11b

12a

Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?

12a

If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.

12b

Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.

Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. All 501(c)(29) organizations must list in Schedule O each state in which they are licensed to issue qualified health plans, the amount of reserves required by each state, and the amount of reserves the organization allocated to each state.

13a

Enter the aggregate amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans.

13b

Enter the aggregate amount of reserves on hand.

13c

14a

Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....

14a

If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O..

14b

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Part VI

Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each “Yes” response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a “No” response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VI . . . . . . . . . .

Section A. Governing Body and Management

Yes

Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year ..............

Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent .................

Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................

Yes

Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? ..

Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed?

Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .

Does the organization have members or stockholders? ................

Yes

Does the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who may elect one or more members of the governing body? .........................

Yes

Are any decisions of the governing body subject to approval by members, stockholders, or other persons? ..

Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:

The governing body? .........................

Yes

Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............

Yes

Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If “Yes,” provide the names and addresses in Schedule O .....

Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal
Revenue Code.)

Yes

10a

Does the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............

10a

If “Yes,” does the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with those of the organization? ....

10b

11a

Has the organization provided a copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form?

11a

Yes

Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review the Form 990. .....

12a

Does the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If “No,” go to line 13.......

12a

Yes

Are officers, directors or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ...........................

12b

Yes

Does the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If “Yes,” describe in Schedule O how this is done ....................

12c

Yes

Does the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............

Yes

Does the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........

Yes

Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?

The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........

15a

Yes

Other officers or key employees of the organization ................

15b

Yes

If "Yes" to line a or b, describe the process in Schedule O. (See instructions.)

16a

Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................

16a

If “Yes,” has the organization adopted a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and taken steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............

16b

Section C. Disclosure

List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed MediumBullet

Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you make these available. Check all that apply.

Own website Another's website Upon request

Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how), the organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public.

State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization: MediumBullet

DEBORAH MOORE CFO RIAA
1025 F ST NW 10TH FLOOR
WASHINGTON,DC20004
(202) 775-0101

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Part VII

Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VII . . . . . . . . . .

Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees

1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet

List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation, and current key employees. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."

List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.

Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organizations compensated any current or former officer, director, or trustee.

(A) Name and Title	(B) Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O)	(C) Position (check all that apply)		(D) Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(E) Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(F) Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
(A) Name and Title
(1) MITCH BAINWOL CEO, DIRECTOR	50.00	X	X	1,732,928	0	19,285
(2) VICTORIA BASSETTI DIRECTOR (NOT AT YR END)	1.00	X		0	0	0
(3) COLIN FINKELSTEIN DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(4) BILL HEARN DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(5) DEIRDRE MCDONALD DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(6) KEVIN KELLEHER DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(7) ROB STRINGER DIRECTOR (NOT AT YR END)	1.00	X		0	0	0
(8) JULIE SWIDLER DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(9) LUKE WOOD DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(10) JEFF HARLESTON DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(11) ZACH HOROWITZ DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(12) MEL LEWINTER DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(13) CRAIG KALLMAN DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(14) TOM WHALLEY DIRECTOR (NOT AT YR END)	1.00	X		0	0	0
(15) MICHAEL FLEISHER DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(16) BOB CAVALLO DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0
(17) GLEN BARROS DIRECTOR	1.00	X		0	0	0

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Part VII

Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)

(A) Name and Title	(B) Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O)	(C) Position (check all that apply)				(D) Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(E) Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC)	(F) Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
(A) Name and Title
(18) MIKE CURB DIRECTOR	1.00	X				0	0	0
(19) MICHAEL KOCH DIRECTOR	1.00	X				0	0	0
(20) TOM SILVERMAN DIRECTOR	1.00	X				0	0	0
(21) STEVE BARTELS DIRECTOR	1.00	X				0	0	0
(22) ALAN MELTZER DIRECTOR	1.00	X				0	0	0
(23) THOMAS HESSE DIRECTOR	1.00	X				0	0	0
(24) RONN WERRE DIRECTOR (NOT AT YR END)	1.00	X				0	0	0
(25) TERRY HEMMINGS DIRECTOR	1.00	X				0	0	0
(26) PAUL ROBINSON DIRECTOR	1.00	X				0	0	0
(27) CARY SHERMAN PRES (SEE SCH J, III)	50.00		X			1,347,251	0	19,285
(28) DEBORAH MOORE CFO	50.00		X			319,991	0	19,285
(29) MITCH GLAZIER EVP,PUBLIC POLICY&INDUSTRY RELATIONS	50.00			X		599,661	0	19,285
(30) STEVE MARKS EVP & GENERAL COUNSEL	50.00			X		675,528	0	17,285
(31) BRAD BUCKLES EVP ANTI-PIRACY	50.00			X		452,178	0	25,105
(32) JENNIFER PARISER SVP, LITIGATION	50.00				X	305,281	0	10,014
(33) NEIL TURKEWITZ EVP, INTERNATIONAL	50.00				X	696,036	0	19,285
(34) MICHELE BALLANTYNE SVP, FEDERAL PUBLIC POLICY	50.00				X	404,413	0	19,285
(35) JONATHAN LAMY SVP, COMMUNICATIONS	50.00				X	296,921	0	15,144
(36) DAVID HUGHES SVP, TECHNOLOGY	50.00				X	290,231	0	19,285

1b	Sub-Total................
c	Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....
d	Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............	7,120,419	0	202,543

Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from the organization MediumBullet

Yes

Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual .............

For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual...........................

Yes

Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person .....

Section B. Independent Contractors

Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization.

(A) Name and business address	(B) Description of services	(C) Compensation
MUNGER TOLLES & OLSON 355 SOUTH GRAND AVE 35TH FL LOS ANGELES,CA90072	LEGAL SERVICES	1,876,670
HOLME ROBERTS & OWEN LLP PO BOX 1618 DENVER,CO80201	LEGAL SERVICES	788,120
JENNER & BLOCK LLC ONE IBM PLAZA CHICAGO,IL60611	LEGAL SERVICES	726,621
DEBEVOISE AND PLIMPTON LLP 555 13TH STREET NW 1100E WASHINGTON,DC20004	LEGAL SERVICES	311,711
INVESTIGATIVE CONSULTANTS 14979 PRAIRIE AVENUE LAWNDALE,CA90260	INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES	263,537
2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in compensation from the organization 17

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Part VIII

Statement of Revenue

				(A) Total revenue	(B) Related or exempt function revenue	(C) Unrelated business revenue	(D) Revenue excluded from tax under sections 512, 513, or 514
1a	Federated campaigns..1a
b	Membership dues....1b
c	Fundraising events....1c
d	Related organizations...1d
e	Government grants (contributions)1e

f	All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f
g	Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$
h	Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......
			Business Code
2a	MEMBERSHIP DUES		512,000	27,876,334	27,876,334
b	ISRC PROGRAM		512,000	565,670	565,670
c	ANTIPIRACY RESTITUTION		512,000	343,706	343,706
d	CERTIFICATION PROGRAM		512,000	303,500	303,500
e
f	All other program service revenue .			11,875	11,875
g	Total. Add lines 2a–2f........			29,101,085
3	Investment income (including dividends, interest
	and other similar amounts).....			1,224			1,224
4	Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..
5	Royalties............			24,582	24,582
		(i) Real	(ii) Personal
6a	Gross Rents	405,537
b	Less: rental expenses	561,257
c	Rental income or (loss)	-155,720
d	Net rental income or (loss).......			-155,720		-99,114	-56,606
		(i) Securities	(ii) Other
7a	Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory
b	Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses
c	Gain or (loss)
d	Net gain or (loss)..........
8a	Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ...
	a
b	Less: direct expenses ...b
c	Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..
9a	Gross income from gaming activities. See Part IV, line 19 ...
	a
b	Less: direct expenses ...b
c	Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...
10a	Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances .
	a
b	Less: cost of goods sold ..b
c	Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..
Miscellaneous Revenue			Business Code
11a
b
c
d	All other revenue ....
e	Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......
12	Total revenue. See Instructions....			28,971,171	29,125,667	-99,114	-55,382

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Part IX

Statement of Functional Expenses

Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A) but are not required to complete columns (B), (C), and (D).

Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b, 7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.		(A) Total expenses
1	Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the U.S. See Part IV, line 21
2	Grants and other assistance to individuals in the U.S. See Part IV, line 22
3	Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the U.S. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16
4	Benefits paid to or for members
5	Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees ....	5,106,134
6	Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ....
7	Other salaries and wages	6,047,978
8	Pension plan contributions (include section 401(k) and section 403(b) employer contributions) ....	316,455
9	Other employee benefits .......	731,751
10	Payroll taxes ...........	466,671
11	Fees for services (non-employees):
a	Management ......
b	Legal .........	2,343,663
c	Accounting ...........	144,814
d	Lobbying ...........	2,145,645
e	Professional fundraising. See Part IV, line 17..
f	Investment management fees ......	30,865
g	Other ..........	2,811,836
12	Advertising and promotion ....
13	Office expenses .......	9,492
14	Information technology ......	617,454
15	Royalties ..
16	Occupancy ...........	1,482,059
17	Travel ............	927,561
18	Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......
19	Conferences, conventions, and meetings ....	22,192
20	Interest ...........	59,152
21	Payments to affiliates .......	2,050,000
22	Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .....	323,455
23	Insurance ..............	260,000
24	Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above. (Expenses grouped together and labeled miscellaneous may not exceed 5% of total expenses shown on line 25 below.)
a	RESEARCH INITIATIVES	562,007
b	MISCELLANEOUS	407,340
c	INDUSTRY RELATED RESEAR	265,000
d	INVESTIGATIVE ACTIVITIE	196,828
e	CERTIFICATION PROGRAM	116,531
f	All other expenses	40,000
25	Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24f	27,484,883
26	Joint costs. Check here if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation

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				(A) Beginning of year		(B) End of year
1	Cashnon-interest-bearing ..........			5,505	1	5,048
2	Savings and temporary cash investments .......			12,732,798	2	12,023,870
3	Pledges and grants receivable, net .........				3
4	Accounts receivable, net .........			1,501,667	4	3,772,669
5	Receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
	Schedule L ..........				5
6	Receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B). Complete Part II of
	Schedule L ..........				6
7	Notes and loans receivable, net .............				7
8	Inventories for sale or use ..............			6,452	8	4,297
9	Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ............			150,841	9	143,809
10a	Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D	10a	4,060,372
b	Less: accumulated depreciation. .....	10b	2,336,072	2,015,372	10c	1,724,300
11	Investments—publicly traded securities ..........				11
12	Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ......				12
13	Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..				13
14	Intangible assets .........				14
15	Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ...........			913,338	15	1,204,380
16	Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)...			17,325,973	16	18,878,373
17	Accounts payable and accrued expenses .			4,344,896	17	3,764,960
18	Grants payable ..........				18
19	Deferred revenue ..........			4,230,802	19	4,718,438
20	Tax-exempt bond liabilities ..........				20
21	Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..				21
22	Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
	persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........				22
23	Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..			1,253,137	23	1,185,815
24	Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....				24
25	Other liabilities. Complete Part X of Schedule D.....			2,251,106	25	2,183,218
26	Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.....			12,079,941	26	11,852,431
	Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27	Unrestricted net assets .....			5,246,032	27	7,025,942
28	Temporarily restricted net assets .....				28
29	Permanently restricted net assets .....				29
	Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here and complete lines 30 through 34.
30	Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....				30
31	Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....				31
32	Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds				32
33	Total net assets or fund balances .....			5,246,032	33	7,025,942
34	Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances .....			17,325,973	34	18,878,373

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Part XI

Reconcilliation of Net Assets

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI . . . . . . . . . .

Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) . . .

28,971,171

Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) . . . . .

27,484,883

Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 . . . .

1,486,288

Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) . .

5,246,032

Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . .

293,622

Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B)) . . . . . .

7,025,942

Part XII

Financial Statements and Reporting

Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . .

Yes

Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990: Cash Accrual Other
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.

Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?..

Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?........

Yes

If “Yes,” to 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O............................

Yes

If “Yes” to line 2a or 2b, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were issued on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:

Separate basis Consolidated basis Both consolidated and separated basis

As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133? ................

If “Yes,” did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits. ..

Form 990 (2010)

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SCHEDULE C
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
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Complete if the organization is described below.
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Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. SchCMd Bullet

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public
Inspection

If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
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Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
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Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
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Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
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Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)) Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
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Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35a (Proxy Tax), then
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Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.

Name of the organization

RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC

Employer identification number

13-1669037

Part I-A

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

Provide a description of the organization's direct and indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office in Part IV.

Political expenditures .................................... SchCMd Bullet

$ 56,500

Volunteer hours ........................................

Part I-B

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).

Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 ......... SchCMd Bullet

Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 ...... SchCMd Bullet

If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ..............

Yes No

Was a correction made? .........................................

Yes No

If "Yes," describe in Part IV.

Part I-C

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) except section 501(c)(3).

Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities SchCMd Bullet

$ 56,500

Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt funtion activities .................................... SchCMd Bullet

Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b.. SchCMd Bullet

$ 56,500

Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ..........................

Yes No

Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.

(a) Name	(b) Address	(c) EIN	(d) Amount paid from filing organization's funds. If none, enter -0-.
(1) DUSTIN MCDANIEL	P O BOX 251368 LITTLE ROCK,AR72225	02-0752730	1,000
(2) ELECT CARDIN	11447 CRONHILL DR STE L OWINGS MILLS,MD211172286	13-4204426	250
(3) CITIZENS FOR A BETTER NEBRASKA	P O BOX 83561 LINCOLN,NE68501	20-4612539	2,500
(4) MISSOURIANS FOR KOSTER	236 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NE STE602 WASHINGTON,DC20002	26-1171482	1,000
(5) SCHMIDT FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL INC	P O BOX 804 INDEPENDENCE,KS67301	27-0950779	2,000
(6) COMMITTEE TO ELECT BRAIN C BOSMA	9052 NAUTCAL WATCH DRIVE INDIANAPOLIS,IN46236	30-0040682	500
(7) FRIENDS OF DOUG GANSLER	P O BOX 31102 BETHESDA,MD20824	52-2078646	4,000
(8) FRIENDS OF ROB MCKENNA	P O BOX 955 MERCER ISLAND,WA98040	83-0377709	3,200
(9) CITIZENS FOR MARA CANDELARIA REARDON	1336 FRAN-LIN PARKWAY MUNSTER,IN46321	26-0727072	1,000
(10) THE DEMOCRATIC ASSEMBLY CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE	107 WASHINGTON AVENUE SUITE 1LL ALBANY,NY12210	13-3041656	10,000
(11) CECIL STATION FOR STATE SENATE	P O BOX 26427 MACON,GA31221		350
(12) FRIENDS OF BILL HAMRICK	P O BOX 368 CARROLLTON,GA30112		350
(13) LOUDERMILK FOR STATE SENATE	P O BOX 465 CASSVILLE,GA30123		350
(14) RALSTON FOR REPRESENTATIVE COMMITTEE	P O BOX 1196 BLUE RIDGE,GA30513		500
(15) NYS DEMOCRATIC SENATE CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE	111 WASHINGTON AVE 2ND FL STE 20 ALBANY,NY12210	11-2924245	9,000
(16) REPUBLICAN GOVERNORS ASSOC	1747 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW STE 250 WASHINGTON,DC20006		5,000
(17) SENATE MAJORITY 2010	420 E JEFFERSON STREET TALLAHASSEE,FL32301	59-0683241	1,000
(18) FRIENDS OF RHYMEFEST	P O BOX 378627 CHICAGO,IL606378627		1,000
(19) FRIENDS OF IRIS Y MARTINEZ	P O BOX 47438 CHICAGO,IL60647		1,000
(20) STEVE SIX COMMITTEE	P O BOX 478 TOPEKA,KS66601	26-2749393	2,000
(21) GEORGIANS FOR HODGES INC	P O BOX 79164 ATLANTIC,GA30357		500
(22) NORTH CAROLINA DEMOCRATIC PARTY LEGAL FUND	220 HILLSBOROUGH STREET RALEIGH,NC27603	56-0470821	4,000
(23) FRIENDS OF JIM HOOD	P O BOX 16647 JACKSON,MS39236		1,000
(24) CUCCINELLI FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL	101 E CARY STREET RICHMOND,VA23219	26-2280210	5,000

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 50084S

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Part II-A

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).

A Check if the filing organization belongs to an affiliated group.
B Check if the filing organization checked box A and "limited control" provisions apply.

Limits on Lobbying Expenditures (The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.)		(b) Affiliated Group Totals
1a	Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ......
b	Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) .......
c	Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ...................
d	Other exempt purpose expenditures ........................
e	Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ...............
f	Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both columns.
	If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:The lobbying nontaxable amount is:
	Not over $500,00020% of the amount on line 1e.
	Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.
	Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.
	Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.
	Over $17,000,000$1,000,000.

g	Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .................
h	Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................
i	Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................
j	If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting section 4911 tax for this year? ......................................	Yes No

4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h) (Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five columns below. See the instructions for lines 2a through 2f on page 4.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
	Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)	(a) 2007	(b) 2008	(c) 2009	(d) 2010	(e) Total

2a	Lobbying non-taxable amount

b	Lobbying ceiling amount (150% of line 2a, column(e))

c	Total lobbying expenditures

d	Grassroots non-taxable amount

e	Grassroots ceiling amount (150% of line 2d, column (e))

f	Grassroots lobbying expenditures

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Part II-B

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).

(a)

Yes

(b)

Amount

During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:

Volunteers? .........................................

Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ....

Media advertisements? ....................................

Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .........................

Publications, or published or broadcast statements? .......................

Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? .......................

Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? ........

Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ......

Other activities? If "Yes," describe in Part IV ..........................

Total. lines 1c through 1i ...................................

Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....

If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 .................

If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 .....

If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .......

Part III-A

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).

Yes

Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ................

Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ................

Did the organization agree to carryover lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? ..........

Yes

Part III-B

Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) if BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2 are answered “No” OR if Part III-A, line 3 is answered “Yes”.

Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members .....................

27,876,334

Section 162(e) non-deductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).

Current year .........................................

6,253,837

Carryover from last year ....................................

4,731,078

Total ...........................................

10,984,915

Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .

5,898,075

If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ................................

5,086,840

Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) ..............

Part IV

Supplemental Information

Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; and Part ll-B, line 1i.
Also, complete this part for any additional information.

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
ORGANIZATIONS DIRECT AND INDIRECT POLITICAL CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES:	PART I-A, LINE 1:	CORPORATE POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO SUPPORT STATE CANDIDATES THAT MAY ACCEPT SUCH CONTRIBUTIONS. CONTRIBUTIONS INCLUDE SUPPORT FOR CANDIDATES IN ELECTIONS FOR STATE GOVERNORS, ATTORNEYS GENERAL AND LEGISLATIVE OFFICES.

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2010

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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Financial Statements

Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12.
SchDMd Bullet

Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC

Employer identification number

13-1669037

Part I

Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.

		(a) Donor advised funds	(b) Funds and other accounts
1	Total number at end of year .......
2	Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...
3	Aggregate grants from (during year) ...
4	Aggregate value at end of year .......

Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............

Yes No

Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds may be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit. ...................................

Yes No

Part II

Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.

Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).

Preservation of land for public use (e.g., recreation or pleasure) Preservation of an historically importantly land area

Protection of natural habitat Preservation of a certified historic structure

Preservation of open space

Complete lines 2a–2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.


a	Total number of conservation easements .......................	2a
b	Total acreage restricted by conservation easements ..................	2b
c	Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) .....	2c
d	Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06 ........	2d

Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the taxable year SchDMd Bullet

Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet

Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................

Yes No

Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet

Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet

Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section
170(h)(4)(B)(i) and 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? ....................................

Yes No

In Part XIV, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.

Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.

If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of
art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education or research in furtherance of public service,
provide, in Part XIV, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.

If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art,
historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service,
provide the following amounts relating to these items:

(i)

Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................ SchDMd Bullet

(ii)

Assets included in Form 990, Part X .............................. SchDMd Bullet

If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 relating to these items:

Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .......................... SchDMd Bullet

Assets included in Form 990, Part X ............................... SchDMd Bullet

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990

Cat. No. 52283D

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Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)

Using the organization’s accession and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection
items (check all that apply):

Public exhibition

Loan or exchange programs

Scholarly research

Other

Preservation for future generations

Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIV.

During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........

Yes No

Part IV

Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.

Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................

Yes No

If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table:


c	Beginning balance .................................	1c
d	Additions during the year ..............................	1d
e	Distributions during the year .............................	1e
f	Ending balance ...................................	1f

Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................

Yes No

If “Yes,” explain the arrangement in Part XIV.

Part V

Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.

		(a)Current Year	(b)Prior Year	(c)Two Years Back	(d)Three Years Back	(e)Four Years Back
1a	Beginning of year balance ....
b	Contributions ........
c	Investment earnings or losses ...
d	Grants or scholarships .....
e	Other expenditures for facilities and programs ........
f	Administrative expenses ....
g	End of year balance ......

Provide the estimated percentage of the year end balance held as:

Board designated or quasi-endowment: SchDMd Bullet

Permanent endowment: SchDMd Bullet

Term endowment: SchDMd Bullet

Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes

(i) unrelated organizations ........................

3a(i)

(ii) related organizations ........................

3a(ii)

If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........

Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.

Part VI

InvestmentsLand, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.

Description of investment		(b)Cost or other basis (other)	(c) Accumulated depreciation	(d) Book value
1a	Land .................
b	Buildings ................
c	Leasehold improvements ............	2,525,552	1,041,512	1,484,040
d	Equipment ................	1,053,406	813,146	240,260
e	Other .................	481,414	481,414	0
Total. Add lines 1a-1e. (Column (d) should equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)........				1,724,300

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Part VII

InvestmentsOther Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.

(a) Description of security or category (including name of security)		(b)Book value	(c) Method of valuation: Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives
(2)Closely-held equity interests
Other








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 12.)

Part VIII

InvestmentsProgram Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.

(a) Description of investment type		(b) Book value	(c) Method of valuation: Cost or end-of-year market value









Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)

Part IX

Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.

(a) Description				(b) Book value
(1) SECURITY DEPOSIT				28,406
(2) CASH SURRENDER VALUE OF LIFE INSURANCE				1,175,974







Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........				1,204,380

Part X

Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.

1.(a) Description of Liability		(b) Amount
Federal Income Taxes
CAPITAL LEASE OBLIGATION		58,717
DEFERRED LEASE BENEFIT		2,101,723
DUE TO CONSORTIUM		22,778






Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)		2,183,218
2. Fin 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIV, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC740).

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Part XI Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets from Form 990 to Financial Statements
1	Total revenue (Form 990, Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ....................	1	28,971,171
2	Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) .....................	2	27,484,883
3	Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 .............	3	1,486,288
4	Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ..........................	4
5	Donated services and use of facilities .............................	5
6	Investment expenses ...................................	6
7	Prior period adjustments ..................................	7
8	Other (Describe in Part XIV) .................................	8	293,622
9	Total adjustments (net). Add lines 4 - 8 .............................	9	293,622
10	Excess or (deficit) for the year per financial statements. Combine lines 3 and 9 .........	10	1,779,910

Part XII Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return
1	Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements .......			1	29,532,428
2	Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a	Net unrealized gains on investments ..........	2a
b	Donated services and use of facilities .........	2b
c	Recoveries of prior year grants ...........	2c
d	Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............	2d
e	Add lines 2a through 2d .....................			2e	0
3	Subtract line 2e from line 1.....................			3	29,532,428
4	Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a	Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .	4a
b	Other (Describe in Part XIV): ...........	4b	-561,257
c	Add lines 4a and 4b.......................			4c	-561,257
5	Total Revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ......			5	28,971,171

Part XIII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1	Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements .............			1	27,752,518
2	Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a	Donated services and use of facilities ..........	2a
b	Prior year adjustments ..............	2b
c	Other losses ................	2c
d	Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............	2d	561,257
e	Add lines 2a through 2d......................			2e	561,257
3	Subtract line 2e from line 1.....................			3	27,191,261
4	Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a	Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b ..	4a
b	Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............	4b	293,622
c	Add lines 4a and 4b.......................			4c	293,622
5	Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ......			5	27,484,883

Part XIV

Supplemental Information

Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X; Part XI, line 8; Part XII, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XIII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
DESCRIPTION OF UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS UNDER FIN 48:	PART X:	RIAA ADOPTED THE PROVISIONS OF ASC 740, INCOME TAXES, ON APRIL 1, 2009. UNDER ASC 740, AN ORGANIZATION MUST RECOGNIZE THE TAX BENEFIT ASSOCIATED WITH TAX POSITIONS TAKEN FOR TAX RETURN PURPOSES WHEN IT IS MORE-LIKELY-THAN-NOT THAT THE POSITION WILL BE SUSTAINED. THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ASC 740 HAD NO IMPACT ON RIAA'S CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. RIAA DOES NOT BELIEVE THERE ARE ANY MATERIAL UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS AND, ACCORDINGLY, IT WILL NOT RECOGNIZE ANY LIABILITY FOR UNRECOGNIZED TAX BENEFITS. RIAA HAS FILED FOR AND RECEIVED INCOME TAX EXEMPTIONS IN THE JURISDICTIONS WHERE IT IS REQUIRED TO DO SO. ADDITIONALLY, RIAA HAS FILED INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE FORM 990 TAX RETURNS AS REQUIRED AND ALL OTHER APPLICABLE RETURNS IN THOSE JURISDICTIONS WHERE IT IS REQUIRED. RIAA BELIEVES THAT IT IS NO LONGER SUBJECT TO U.S. FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL, OR NON-U.S. INCOME TAX EXAMINATIONS BY TAX AUTHORITIES FOR FISCAL YEARS BEFORE 2008. HOWEVER; RIAA IS STILL OPEN TO EXAMINATION BY TAXING AUTHORITIES FROM FISCAL YEAR 2008 FORWARD. NO INTEREST OR PENALTIES WERE ACCRUED AS OF APRIL 1, 2009 AS A RESULT OF THE ADOPTION OF ASC 740. FOR THE YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2011, THERE WERE NO INTEREST OR PENALTIES RECORDED OR INCLUDED IN THE CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES.
PART XI, LINE 8 - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:		UNREALIZED GAIN ON SPLIT DOLLAR POLICY 293,622.
PART XII, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:		RENTAL EXPENSES NETTED WITH REVENUE -561,257.
PART XIII, LINE 2D - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:		RENTAL EXPENSES NETTED WITH REVENUE 561,257.
PART XIII, LINE 4B - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:		UNREALIZED GAIN ON SPLIT DOLLAR POLICY 293,622.

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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Compensation Information

For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet

Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, question 23.
SchJMediumBullet

Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC

Employer identification number

13-1669037

Part I

Questions Regarding Compensation

Yes

Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.

First-class or charter travel Housing allowance or residence for personal use

Travel for companions Payments for business use of personal residence

Tax idemnification and gross-up payments Health or social club dues or initiation fees

Discretionary spending account Personal services (e.g., maid, chauffeur, chef)

If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement orprovision of all the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....

Yes

Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
officers, directors, trustees, and the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ....

Yes

Indicate which, if any, of the following the organization uses to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply.

Compensation committee Written employment contract

Independent compensation consultant Compensation survey or study

Form 990 of other organizations Approval by the board or compensation committee

During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:

Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ...............

Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? ........

Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? ........

If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.

Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.

For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:

The organization? ...........................

Any related organization? .........................

If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.

For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:

The organization? ...........................

Any related organization? .........................

If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.

For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............

Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regs. section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................

If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990

Cat. No. 50053T

Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

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Part II

Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use Schedule J-1 if additional space needed.

For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.

Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) must equal the applicable column (D) or column (E) amounts on Form 990, Part VII, line 1a.

(A) Name		(B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation			(C) Retirement and other deferred compensation	(D) Nontaxable benefits	(E) Total of columns (B)(i)-(D)	(F) Compensation reported in prior Form 990 or Form 990-EZ
(A) Name		(i) Base compensation	(ii) Bonus & incentive compensation	(iii) Other reportable compensation	(C) Retirement and other deferred compensation	(D) Nontaxable benefits	(E) Total of columns (B)(i)-(D)
(1) MITCH BAINWOL	(i) (ii)	1,096,150 0	625,341 0	11,437 0	15,435 0	3,850 0	1,752,213 0	133,333 0
(2) CARY SHERMAN	(i) (ii)	819,650 0	467,667 0	59,934 0	15,435 0	3,850 0	1,366,536 0	0 0
(3) DEBORAH MOORE	(i) (ii)	258,400 0	60,000 0	1,591 0	15,435 0	3,850 0	339,276 0	0 0
(4) MITCH GLAZIER	(i) (ii)	496,842 0	100,000 0	2,819 0	15,435 0	3,850 0	618,946 0	0 0
(5) STEVE MARKS	(i) (ii)	498,842 0	175,000 0	1,686 0	15,435 0	1,850 0	692,813 0	0 0
(6) BRAD BUCKLES	(i) (ii)	401,458 0	50,000 0	720 0	15,435 0	9,670 0	477,283 0	0 0
(7) JENNIFER PARISER	(i) (ii)	305,231 0	50 0	0 0	9,764 0	250 0	315,295 0	0 0
(8) NEIL TURKEWITZ	(i) (ii)	601,043 0	85,000 0	9,993 0	15,435 0	3,850 0	715,321 0	0 0
(9) MICHELE BALLANTYNE	(i) (ii)	362,727 0	40,000 0	1,686 0	15,435 0	3,850 0	423,698 0	0 0
(10) JONATHAN LAMY	(i) (ii)	240,385 0	55,000 0	1,536 0	15,144 0	0 0	312,065 0	0 0
(11) DAVID HUGHES	(i) (ii)	274,150 0	15,050 0	1,031 0	15,435 0	3,850 0	309,516 0	0 0

Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

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Part III

Supplemental Information

Complete this part to provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8. Also complete this part for any additional information.

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
	PART I, LINE 1A	THE CEO AND PRESIDENT RECEIVE GROSS-UP PAYMENTS FOR SOME BENEFITS THAT ARE TAXABLE AND REIMBURSABLE TO THEM INCLUDING CLUB DUES.

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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
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Inspection

Name of the organization

RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC

Employer identification number

13-1669037

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 2		THE GENERAL COUNSEL AND CEO HAVE A BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP. THEY SERVE ON A BOARD TOGETHER.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6		THE RIAA IS A 501(C)(6) MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION FOR THE MAJOR MUSIC COMPANIES THAT DISTRIBUTE LEGITIMATE RECORDED MUSIC PRODUCED AND SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7A		PER OUR CURRENT BYLAWS, MEMBERS ARE ENTITLED TO A CERTAIN NUMBER OF DIRECTORSHIPS ON OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS, BASED ON THEIR MEMBER CLASSIFICATION.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11		THE FORM 990 IS PREPARED BY THE RIAA FINANCE DEPARTMENT. THE RETURN IS THEN REVIEWED BY THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND PRESIDENT OF THE RIAA ALONG WITH OUR TAX FIRM. THE 990 IS THEN SENT TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE AUDIT COMMITTEE. THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE HAS SEVEN DAYS TO REVIEW AND PROVIDE COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS. AFTER ALL QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ARE ADDRESSED, THE RETURN IS REVIEWED BY THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE RIAA ALONG WITH OUR TAX FIRM.
	FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C	ALL BOARD MEMBERS, OFFICERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST FORM ANNUALLY. THE FORM REQUIRES THE INDIVIDUALS TO ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR READING AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE POLICY, CONFIRMATION THAT THE INDIVIDUAL COMPLIED WITH THE POLICY DURING THE PRECEDING YEAR AND UP TO THE DATE OF COMPLETING THE FORM, DISCLOSE ANY REAL OR POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST, AND AN UNDERTAKING TO PROMPTLY ADVISE THE DEPUTY GENERAL COUNSEL UPON BECOMING AWARE OF ANY CONFLICT. DISCLOSURES ARE REVIEWED BY THE DEPUTY GENERAL COUNSEL WHO MONITORS COMPLIANCE WITH THE POLICY AND ENSURES APPROPRIATE FOLLOW-UP AS NEEDED.
	FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15	THE RIAA HAS A TARGETED COMPETITIVE POSITION IN THE MARKETPLACE THAT CONSIDERS RELEVANT FOR-PROFIT AND NOT-FOR-PROFIT DATA TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN THE HIGHEST QUALIFIED TALENT TO FULFILL THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION. ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATE COMPENSATION FOR POSITIONS CONSIDERS EXTERNAL MARKET PRICING WHERE POSSIBLE, INTERNAL CRITERIA, AND AN INDIVIDUAL'S ACTUAL PERFORMANCE AND CONTRIBUTION. INTERNAL CRITERIA IS BASED ON A STANDARD APPROACH THAT MEASURES THE INTERNAL VALUE OF POSITIONS, INCLUDING COMPLEXITY AND SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY, SKILL SET AND COMPETENCIES, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE AND THE REPORTING RELATIONSHIP OF THE POSITION. AN INDIVIDUAL'S ACTUAL PERFORMANCE AND CONTRIBUTION IS MEASURED THROUGH RIAA'S PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT APPROACH AND THEN REWARDED THROUGH RIAA'S ANNUAL BASE PAY MERIT AND INCENTIVE PLAN. RIAA HAS ESTABLISHED COMPENSATION GUIDELINES THAT ARE APPROVED BY THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE AND MANAGED BY THE CEO. IT IS WITHIN THE CEO'S PURVIEW TO APPROVE ALL STAFF SALARIES AND INCENTIVES. FOR THE CEO AND PRESIDENT, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMPENSATION COMMITTEE ANNUALLY REVIEWS THE REASONABLENESS OF THE TOTAL COMPENSATION AND APPROVES ALL MERIT INCREASES AND INCENTIVES.
	FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19	THE RIAA COMPLIES WITH THE PUBLIC INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 6104 BY MAKING ITS FORM 1024, APPLICATION FOR RECOGNITION OF EXEMPTION UNDER SECTION 501(A), DETERMINATION LETTER FROM THE IRS, AND THE FORMS 990 FOR ITS THREE MOST RECENTLY COMPLETED TAX PERIODS. HOWEVER, AS SECTION 6104 DOES NOT REQUIRE ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 501(C)(6) TO DISCLOSE ITS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICIES, OR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, THE RIAA HAS CHOSEN NOT TO MAKE SUCH INFORMATION AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
CHANGES IN NET ASSETS OR FUND BALANCES:	FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5:	UNREALIZED GAIN ON SPLIT DOLLAR POLICY 293,622. TOTAL TO FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5: 293,622.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS	FORM 990, PART IV, LINE 12 AND PART XII, LINE 2B	RIAA'S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE AUDITED AND PRESENTED ON A CONSOLIDATED BASIS, INCLUDING ITS AFFILIATE, THE RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA PAC.
OVERSIGHT OF AUDIT	FORM 990, PART XII, LINE 2C	THERE HAVE BEEN NO CHANGES DURING THE YEAR IN THE PROCESS FOR OVERSIGHT OF THE AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
EXPLANATION OF NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES	PART I, LINE 5	TOTAL NUMBER REFERS TO THE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES WHO WERE ISSUED A W-2 FROM THE RIAA DURING THE 2010 CALENDAR YEAR. THIS NUMBER WILL DIFFER FROM THE APPROVED HEADCOUNT BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Cat. No. 51056K

Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Internal Revenue Service

Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships

Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35, 36, or 37.
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OMB No. 1545-0047

2010

Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC

Employer identification number

13-1669037

Part I

Identification of Disregarded Entities (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.)

(a) Name, address, and EIN of disregarded entity	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Total income	(e) End-of-year assets	(f) Direct controlling entity

Part II

Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.)

(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Exempt Code section	(e) Public charity status (if section 501(c)(3))	(f) Direct controlling entity	(g) Section 512(b)(13) controlled organization
(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Exempt Code section	(e) Public charity status (if section 501(c)(3))	(f) Direct controlling entity	Yes	No
(1) RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA PAC (CA) 1025 F ST NW 10TH FLOOR WASHINGTON,DC20036 41-2050336	POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE	CA	527		N/A		No

For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 50135Y

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Part III

Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.)

(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	(h) Disproprtionate allocations?		(i) Code VUBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	(j) General or managing partner?
(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	Yes	No	(i) Code VUBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	Yes	No

Part IV

Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.)

(a) Name, address, and EIN of related organization	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Direct controlling entity	(e) Type of entity (C corp, S corp, or trust)	(f) Share of total income	(g) Share of end-of-year assets	(h) Percentage ownership

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Part V

Transactions With Related Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35, 35A, or 36.)

Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III or IV.

Yes

1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?

a Receipt of (i) interest (ii) annuities (iii) royalties (iv) rent from a controlled entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

d Loans or loan guarantees to or for other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

e Loans or loan guarantees by other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

f Sale of assets to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

g Purchase of assets from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

h Exchange of assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

i Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

k Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

m Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

n Sharing of paid employees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

o Reimbursement paid to other organization for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

p Reimbursement paid by other organization for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

q Other transfer of cash or property to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

r Other transfer of cash or property from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.

(a) Name of other organization	(b) Transaction type(a-r)	(c) Amount involved	(d) Method of determining amount involved
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)

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Part VI

Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.)

Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.

(a) Name, address, and EIN of entity	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	(d) Are all partners section 501(c)(3) organizations?		(e) Share of end-of-year assets	(f) Disproprtionate allocations?		(g) Code VUBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	(h) General or managing partner?
(a) Name, address, and EIN of entity	(b) Primary activity	(c) Legal domicile (state or foreign country)	Yes	No	(e) Share of end-of-year assets	Yes	No	(g) Code VUBI amount in box 20 of Schedule K-1 (Form 1065)	Yes	No

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Part VII

Supplemental Information

Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation

Additional Data

Software ID:
Software Version:

- TIN:

TY 2010 ReasonableCauseExplanation

Name:

RECORDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC

EIN: 13-1669037

Explanation:

THIS RETURN IS BEING FILED BETWEEN MARCH 1, 2012, AND MARCH 30, 2012, AS DIRECTED BY THE IRS IN NOTICE 2012-4, BECAUSE ELECTRONIC FILING WAS NOT AVAILABLE JANUARY 1, 2012 THROUGH FEBRUARY 29, 2012. WE REQUEST THAT PENALTIES BE WAIVED BECAUSE IT WOULD BE INEQUITABLE TO IMPOSE A PENALTY ON US DUE TO THE UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES REQUIRING US TO DELAY THE FILING OF THIS RETURN.