What is music publishing administration?
Music publishing administration involves registering your musical compositions with performing rights organizations (PROs) and mechanical rights societies globally, collecting royalties on your behalf from all sources (streaming, radio, TV, live performances, etc.), and managing the legal and financial aspects of your publishing rights. Madverse handles all of this while you retain 100% ownership of your copyrights.
How do I collect publishing royalties if I'm an independent artist in Atlanta?
Through Madverse, you can register your works with our platform, and we'll affiliate your compositions with PROs and societies worldwide. We collect performance royalties from radio play, streaming, live venues, and public performances, plus mechanical royalties from physical sales and digital downloads—all tracked transparently in your dashboard with on-demand payouts available.
What's the difference between music publishing and distribution?
Distribution gets your recordings (the actual audio files) onto streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. Publishing administration manages the underlying composition rights and collects royalties when your song is performed, streamed, played on radio, or used in media. You need both to maximize your music income—Madverse offers comprehensive solutions for both distribution and publishing.
Can I keep ownership of my publishing rights with Madverse?
Absolutely. Unlike traditional publishing deals where you may sign away a percentage of your rights, Madverse operates as an administrative service—you retain 100% ownership and creative control of your compositions while we handle registration, collection, and reporting. You keep 95% of the royalties we collect on your behalf.
How does YouTube Content ID help me earn publishing income?
YouTube Content ID identifies when your music is used in videos uploaded by other users across YouTube. When detected, you can claim those videos and earn ad revenue from them. This significantly expands your earning potential beyond just your official uploads, capturing income from covers, remixes, background music usage, and more.
What are sync licensing opportunities and how do I access them?
Sync licensing is when your music is placed in TV shows, films, commercials, video games, or other media. These placements generate sync fees (upfront payments) plus ongoing performance royalties when the content airs. Madverse connects your catalog with sync opportunities and has achieved placements in major productions like The Kardashians, opening doors for diverse artists in this lucrative revenue stream.
How long does it take to start receiving publishing royalties?
Publishing royalties typically flow through collection societies on a quarterly basis, so there's usually a 3-6 month delay from when your music is used to when royalties are distributed. However, once registered with Madverse, we ensure all future earnings are tracked and collected. You'll see detailed reporting in your dashboard as royalties are identified, and you can request on-demand payouts once funds are available.
Can I split publishing royalties with co-writers and collaborators?
Yes. Madverse offers automatic royalty splits at the source, allowing you to designate percentages for co-writers, producers, and other collaborators. Once configured, payments are distributed automatically according to your specified splits, eliminating manual calculations and potential disputes while ensuring everyone receives their fair share.