Global RoyaltyAdministration for Independent Creators
We maximize earnings for independent songwriters, producers, and music publishers through comprehensive royalty collection, catalog management, and music licensing - so you can stay focused on creating.
A Full-Service Royalty Administration Company
Founded in 2018, Digital Royalty Distribution specializes in ensuring independent songwriters, producers, and music publishers receive every dollar they're entitled to - from mechanical, performance, synchronization, and digital royalties across global revenue streams. We leverage cutting-edge technology to track, manage, and distribute royalties efficiently, offering complete transparency and maximizing your earnings.
Catalog & Metadata
We ensure all songs, albums, and associated metadata are correctly registered with relevant rights organizations and digital platforms - cleaning discrepancies and keeping everything current to maximize collection.
Publishing Administration
We handle song registration, mechanical licensing, and collection of performance and mechanical royalties - ensuring your works are protected and fully monetized across all markets.
Royalty Collection
We collect from PROs, mechanical rights agencies, digital streaming platforms, and licensing companies - tracking every revenue stream and distributing accurately to our clients.
A Complete Suite of Royalty Services
Royalty Collection & Distribution
We collect from PROs, mechanical rights agencies, streaming platforms, and licensing companies - tracking every revenue stream and distributing accurately to our clients.
Learn more →Catalog Management & Metadata
We register, clean, and maintain your catalog data across all rights organizations and digital platforms - correcting discrepancies to ensure maximum royalty collection.
Learn more →Publishing Administration
Full administration of publishing rights - song registration, mechanical licensing, and collection of performance and mechanical royalties across all markets.
Learn more →Royalty Auditing & Analysis
We analyze royalty statements to identify missing or underreported royalties, take action to recover unpaid earnings, and ensure you receive your full entitlement.
Learn more →International Royalty Administration
Our sub-publisher network and international affiliates allow us to track and collect royalties across multiple territories - including those with complex copyright regulations.
Learn more →Sync Licensing Administration
We assist in licensing your music for film, TV, commercials, and other media - negotiating deals, collecting sync fees, and distributing payments directly to you.
Learn more →Custom Reporting & Insights
Detailed, customized royalty reports with insights into income trends, royalty sources, and market performance - keeping you informed to make smart business decisions.
Royalty Advances
For qualifying clients, we offer royalty advances to provide immediate access to funds - helping artists and publishers manage cash flow while awaiting royalty payments.
Learn more →Who We Serve
We represent a diverse range of rights holders across the music industry - from emerging independents to established publishers and labels.
Songwriters
Established and emerging songwriters navigating copyright management, performance royalties, mechanical royalties, and all income streams associated with their compositions.
Producers
We manage rights and earnings for producers — tracking royalties from recordings they've produced and any contributions to songwriting credits.
Publishers
Music publishers receive full catalog management, royalty collection, and administration of mechanical and performance licenses to secure revenue across all markets.
Independent Artists
We support independent artists with royalty administration services - navigating streaming, sales, and licensing to ensure every available royalty is collected.
Record Labels
Independent record labels benefit from streamlined royalty administration - catalog management, earnings tracking, and accurate royalty distribution for their rosters.
Film & TV Composers
Composers and producers creating music for film, television, and multimedia receive sync licensing administration and fair compensation for their original works.
Music Supervisors & Licensing Agents
We collaborate with music supervisors and licensing agents to facilitate placement in films, TV, and advertisements - providing documentation and ensuring copyright compliance.
Your Money Is Sitting in the Black Box
Over $2.5 billion in unclaimed mechanical royalties exist right now. Time is running out — anything left unclaimed goes directly to the major labels, not to you.
Music Modernization Act
The MMA passed into law, designating the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) to manage and distribute unclaimed royalties - creating a limited window for creators to claim what's theirs.
Limited Claim Window
Beginning January 1st, 2021, the MLC had exactly 3 years to assign and allocate the black box. Anything left unclaimed is redistributed to top publishers by market share - not to the independent artists who created the work.
Platforms We Monitor
Apple Music · Spotify · Amazon · YouTube · TikTok · Instagram · Facebook · Deezer · Pandora · SoundCloud — every stream, every reproduction, everywhere.
Don't let your hard-earned royalties slip through the cracks. Register now and claim what's rightfully yours.
Register Today"In this era, data maintenance should be a core capability of any copyright based company."
Mission, Vision & Values
What We're Here to Do
To empower independent songwriters, producers, and music publishers by providing comprehensive and transparent royalty administration services that maximize their earnings from global revenue streams - so they can focus on their creative pursuits.
Where We're Going
To become the leading royalty administration service for independent creators, setting the industry standard for transparency, efficiency, and personalized support while driving innovation and growth for our clients and the music community.
You Come First
We prioritize our clients' needs, delivering personalized service and transparent royalty management to empower their creative success.
Honest & Fair
We uphold the highest ethical standards in everything we do, ensuring honesty, fairness, and accuracy in every royalty administration decision we make.
Freedom to Create
We support independent creators by handling the administrative burdens of royalty management, enabling them to focus fully on their art.
Better Together
We foster a collaborative environment both internally and with our clients - ensuring everyone benefits from shared knowledge and expertise.
What Creators Are Saying
"I had no idea there was money sitting in the black box with my name on it. Digital Royalty Distribution found it, claimed it, and got me paid. Absolute game changer."
"Their metadata service cleaned up years of messy catalog data. Every stream is tracked and every royalty collected. The financial difference has been significant."
"They handle all the admin so I can focus on making music. They recovered over 3 years of uncollected streaming royalties I didn't even know existed."
Ready to Start Collecting?
Submit your information and we'll take it from there. Here's what happens next.
We Review Your Catalog
Our team assesses your existing metadata, sound recordings, and publishing data to identify gaps and opportunities.
We Identify Unclaimed Royalties
We research every platform and registry to find income that belongs to you - including past revenue you may not know exists.
We Handle Everything
From registration to collection, we manage the entire process so you can stay focused on creating.
Send Us a Message
Tell us about your catalog and we'll be in touch within 1–2 business days.