T-Pain sold his publishing catalog AND select masters to HarbourView Equity Partners for $100 million. đź’°
Here’s the thing- most artists aren’t even close to being in position to do this. Not because their music isn’t successful, but because they haven’t organized their “assets” (i.e., their music) to properly value their “portfolio.”
The good news? The steps you take TODAY determine whether you’ll ever have something worth selling.
Here’s what you can start to do now. ⬇️
#tpain #catalogsale #musicbusiness #musiclaw #entertainmentlaw
STARTING OR GROWING A BUSINESS?
One of the most important decisions you’ll make is how you structure it. Today, we’re going to break down 5 business structures:
✔️ Sole Proprietorship
✔️ Partnership
✔️ LLC
✔️ S Corp
✔️ C Corp
Each one hits different when it comes to taxes, liability, and long-term growth. Watch the breakdown before you decide.
Are you just starting out or already established?
What business law topics do you want us to cover next? Tell us in the comments!
VIRGO OUT NOW.
Not only did I co-produce this track with @stravs , but @pariahxpete also tapped me to do some BTS photos 📸
The whole team did a great job on this release. Go peep the song + video!
Scans by @strapfilmlab
Had the pleasure of shooting @keasounds single cover for his new track, “Let It Go.” Go check it out!
📸: Yashica A, Leica Minilux, Canon EOS 620
🎞️: Kodak Gold, Fuji 400, Kodak Portra 800
Scans: @strapfilmlab
Studio: @blok_studio
ATTN INDEPENDENT ARTISTS 🎧
In Episode 2 of our series, we’re breaking down two must-have agreements every independent artist should be using to protect their music and their money:
✔️ Royalty split agreements
✔️ Artist release agreements
If you’re collaborating and don’t have these in place, you’re taking a risk.
Missed Episode 1? Head to @retrogradelegal to catch up.
Are you an independent artist or producer?
What music law topic should we cover next? Drop it in the comments 👇
So thankful for all the blessings of this year. And all of the tough lessons that made me appreciate those blessings.
Also, Erin wanted me to make it very clear that she took the second photo in this spread and is very proud her thumb was not in the lens. Tell @sperdoinks good job.
