One platform for distribution, publishing & label services.
Next Music Group brings distribution, publishing, and label services together under one roof — so music moves from first release to worldwide stage without losing momentum, or ownership.
We don't just distribute music — we build careers.
Founded in 2021, Next Music Group is a modern independent music distribution company built for record labels, distributors, and independent artists alike.
- Full rights ownership, always
- Transparent, monthly royalties
- Built for labels & independent artists
We believe every label and every artist deserves access to world-class tools, transparent royalties, and global opportunities — regardless of size or backing. Our mission is to help catalogs of every scale grow sustainably while keeping full ownership of the music.
More detailsDistributed everywhere
your fans listen
Reach audiences across more than 150 digital streaming platforms worldwide.
( 150+ global digital streaming platforms )
Everything under
one roof.
From music distribution to publishing and label services — each is available on its own or bundled as part of a complete Next Music Group partnership, for a single independent release or a full label catalog.
Distribute
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Deliver releases to 150+ streaming platforms and stores worldwide with flexible release dates and full royalty ownership.
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Direct pitching to editorial and independent curators to place new releases in front of the right listeners early.
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Professional mastering that gets every release loud, clean, and consistent across every streaming platform.
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Streaming and audience data available on demand, so decisions are made on what's happening now — not last quarter.
Publish & Protect
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Global rights registration and royalty collection across every performing rights and mechanical society we work with.
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Placement in film, TV, gaming, and advertising campaigns that extend a catalog's reach beyond streaming.
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Channel setup, Content ID management, and monetization strategy to turn video views into consistent revenue.
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A&R, release planning, and marketing support for artists who want a label partner without giving up ownership.
Amplify
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Dedicated managers who guide release strategy, scheduling, and long-term career planning alongside the artist.
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Content calendars, paid campaigns, and community growth strategies tailored to an artist's sound and audience.
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Sponsorships and endorsement deals that connect our roster with brands that fit their audience and identity.
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Visual identity, cover art, and short-form video production built to match a release's sound and story.
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Press outreach, editorial placements, and campaign strategy that builds an artist's story beyond the release.
Built for labels, distributors,
and independent artists alike.
Whether you're a solo artist releasing your first single or a label managing a full roster, here's what working with Next actually looks like.
Built for Every Scale
The same infrastructure serves a single independent release and a full label catalog — no tier you'll outgrow.
Full Rights Ownership
Masters and publishing rights stay with the artist or label — we administer, we don't acquire.
Royalty Transparency
Clear, itemized statements every month, down to the platform and territory.
A Real Point of Contact
Every partner is paired with a manager who knows the catalog — not a rotating support queue.
Fast, Flexible Releases
Live on platforms in as little as 2–7 days, scheduled on your timeline, not ours.
No Long-Term Lock-In
Straightforward terms artist by artist or catalog-wide — no hidden exclusivity traps.
Global Rights Collection
Royalties registered and collected across every territory we operate in — nothing left unclaimed.
Proactive Copyright Protection
Active monitoring and takedowns so unauthorized use of the catalog doesn't go unchecked.
From signing to global reach,
in four moves.
A streamlined path from first release to full catalog management — built to remove friction at every step.
Sign & develop
A&R identifies artists and writers worth building around, then shapes a release and creative plan together with them.
Release & distribute
Marketing and distribution take the work to every major platform and retailer, on a schedule you control.
Collect & license
Publishing registers every work worldwide and pursues sync placements so royalties are collected in full, everywhere.
Monitor & defend
We watch for unauthorized use and piracy and issue takedowns, so the catalog stays protected as it grows.
Questions labels & artists
ask us most.
Can't find what you're looking for? Reach out to our team directly.
Distribution is how a song gets from a hard drive onto every platform people actually listen on. We deliver releases to Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and 150+ other DSPs, handling metadata, artwork, and release timing so a track shows up correctly everywhere at once.
As DSPs report streaming and sales activity, we collect those royalties on the artist's or label's behalf and reconcile them against itemized statements. Every source of income is tracked and reported monthly, so there's a clear line from a stream to a payout.
Yes. Artists and labels retain ownership of their masters and compositions unless a different arrangement is agreed to in writing. Our role is to administer, distribute, and protect the work — not to take it.
Publishing administration covers registering songwriting works with collection societies worldwide, pursuing sync and licensing opportunities, and protecting the underlying composition — separate from the recording itself.
Typical turnaround is 2–7 days depending on the platform, though we recommend submitting at least two weeks ahead for releases that need playlist pitching or marketing lead time.
Royalties are paid out monthly, following each DSP's own reporting cycle. Statements are available in the royalty portal as soon as a payout cycle closes.
Labels & artists on
working with Next.
A few words from the people whose catalogs we run alongside.
Ready to take your catalog further?
Whether you're an artist, a label, or a brand looking to partner — our team is one message away.