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The Marketplace for Music Rights & Royalties

Buy and sell shares in songs, albums, and recordings. Monetize your music catalog or invest in proven hits from established artists.

$120M+

Royalties Paid to Investors

3,500+

Songs in Marketplace

9.2%

Avg. Annual Return

800+

Artists & Rightsholders

How The Music Royalties Marketplace Works

Whether you're buying or selling music rights, our platform makes the process simple and transparent

List or Browse

Sellers list their music rights with detailed performance data. Buyers browse verified catalogs.

Evaluate

Review royalty histories, streaming data, and projections to make informed decisions.

Transact

Complete secure transactions with our standardized contracts and escrow services.

Earn

Sellers get upfront cash. Buyers receive ongoing royalty payments tracked in their dashboard.

Music Royalties Guide

Understanding how to monetize your music rights

Types of Music Royalties

There are several types of royalties generated from music that can be bought and sold:

  • Mechanical Royalties - Earned when music is reproduced (CDs, downloads, streams)
  • Performance Royalties - Generated when music is played publicly (radio, TV, venues)
  • Synchronization Fees - Paid when music is synced to visual media (films, ads, games)
  • Print Music Royalties - From sheet music and lyric reproduction

Who Can Sell Royalties?

Various rightsholders can monetize their music through our platform:

  • Songwriters & Composers - Owners of publishing rights
  • Recording Artists - Owners of master recording rights
  • Producers & Collaborators - With percentage rights in works
  • Investors & Heirs - Who have acquired rights through purchase or inheritance

How to Sell Your Music Rights

  1. Catalog Evaluation - We analyze your royalty streams and market potential
  2. Listing Preparation - Create a compelling listing with performance data
  3. Pricing Strategy - Determine valuation based on historical earnings and future projections
  4. Marketing - Your listing is promoted to our network of qualified buyers
  5. Closing - We handle all legal paperwork and payment processing

Most transactions complete within 30-45 days from listing to funding.

Why Invest in Music Royalties?

Music royalties offer unique benefits to investors:

  • Passive Income - Regular royalty payments without active management
  • Portfolio Diversification - Low correlation with traditional markets
  • Inflation Hedge - Royalty rates often adjust with inflation
  • Long-Term Value - Hit songs can generate income for decades

What Our Community Says

Hear from artists, songwriters, and investors using our platform

"OutFndr allowed me to sell a portion of my catalog to fund my next album while still maintaining majority ownership. The process was transparent and I received fair market value for my work."

Sarah K.
Singer-Songwriter

Start Monetizing Your Music or Building Your Portfolio

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