So what exactly is the state of music these days? DRM or no DRM? Download or buy? Who gets what? These are some of the more pressing questions facing, artists, musicians, and record labels of late. Where music execs have made all the money, artists often get shafted, and forced to generate revenue through heavy touring. Physical sales are almost non-existent and there hasn’t been a viable model to replace this decline in sales. Which is where Merlin comes in. Merlin is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping independent music companies steer through the flotsam and jetsam of today’s musical quagmire. They handle rights, they negotiate distributions, and focus on a global scale. The idea is that one centralized voice for independent labels beats a thousand small voices trying to be heard. It’s a competitive world and Merlin wants to help overcome fragmentation. If you’re a musician or record label, visit the site and register. To date, Merlin has agreements with over 12,000 labels.
“Merlin is a non-profit organisation charged with representing independent music companies in enhancing the commercial exploitation of their copyrights on a global basis.
With members in over 25 countries, Merlin is the first rights body focusing purely on the interests of the global independent music sector, which collectively represents 30% of all music sales.”
With members in over 25 countries, Merlin is the first rights body focusing purely on the interests of the global independent music sector, which collectively represents 30% of all music sales.”
Merlin is a great resource for independent music labels and artists. Instead of vying for a voice among many, Merlin acts as one centralized voice with the aim of helping. They are not for profit, so you can be sure of getting fair and equal representation and help. What’s more it won’t cost you your soul.
Will Merlin become the next thing in music? Does Merlin have what it takes to make a dent in the web/music/rights scene? Will labels and artists be happy with the services provided by Merlin? How does Merlin operate as a nonprofit organization?
Visit website:
http://www.merlinnetwork.org
