Music Distribution
Helping Artists Become Captains of Their Own Ship.
Our all-in-one solution blends distribution, publishing, sync access, and real-world mentorship to help artists grow smarter, faster, and with full creative control.
set sail:
For independent artists who want maximum control with a lightweight backend. You keep ownership and handle your own rollout — we provide the infrastructure and still pitch for sync.
90/10 split in the artist’s favor
Unlimited Music & Video Distribution
Publishing administration (collect all royalties)
Sync Licensing included
Artist Community on Discord (Global Collaboration & Networking)
Access to artist resources & knowledge base
👉 Best for self-starters who want freedom while still plugged into a professional system.
Artist Partner:
A hands-on partnership designed to grow your catalog and business. Includes strategic support, financial planning, and ongoing mentorship with a manager on retainer.
80/20 split in the artist’s favor
Manager-on-Retainer (monthly strategy calls)
Catalog transfer required for admin consistency
Release & content strategy planning
Budgeting + fund allocation support
Full studio access (scheduled sessions at HQ)
Priority invites to showcases & events
Playlist pitching & marketing add-ons available
Access to sync briefs, brand deals, and showcases
👉 Best for artists who want structured growth, guidance, and long-term catalog management.
Flagship Artist:
Our premium, invite-only tier for career-ready artists. Built for high-level collaboration, custom deals, and deep investment into your brand, catalog, and creative path.
White glove distribution coordination
Custom publishing deals (co-pub or full admin)
Custom recording deals with bespoke royalty structures
Full studio access & dedicated engineer
Marketing support (EPKs, PR, campaigns, rollouts)
Sync + brand deal priority pitching
Funding options (advance + catalog)
Creative Crew Path (A&R, events, project mgmt)
👉 Best for artists ready to scale their careers with us as long-term partners.
Artist Services Breakdown
Audio Video Supply Chain
From one convenient platform, effectively package and deliver both your audio and visual content to meet partner specifications. No addition distributor needed.
Global Distribution Simplified
Access over 200 partners around the world. Monetize your music videos, sound recordings, and compositions from one platform.
Advanced Rights Management
Manage complex ownership splits between stakeholders and set ownership by territory and/or asset type. Set your policies and see your UGC claims via mobile or desktop.
Royalty Payments
Let The Upstate Sound be your royalty payment solution. Our Royalty Center will allow you to keep an eye on your bottom line by designating royalty splits for every contributor and paying stakeholders directly from the platform.
Data Analytics
Be in the know and on the go. Monitor your top audio and video content on social media and digital service providers. Direct access to performance and revenue analytics anytime, anywhere.
Music Publishing Administration
Effortlessly manage your music publishing. We handle song registration, royalty collection, and licensing, ensuring your compositions earn from every performance, broadcast, and sync.
Artist and Label Funding
Fuel your creative projects with tailored financial support. We provide flexible funding options to help artists and labels produce, promote, and distribute their music.
Release & Content Strategy
Maximize your releases with a custom strategy. We create tailored plans for content, timelines, and distribution to ensure your music reaches the right audience.
Marketing & Public Relation
Boost your brand with targeted marketing and PR. We design campaigns, secure press, and connect you with fans to amplify your presence in the industry.