Royalties & Revenue
Publisher's share
Historically, 50% of the total royalties generated by a composition, with the other 50% going to the songwriter (writer's share). In practice, through co-publishing deals, songwriters may retain part of the publisher's share. The split varies by contract.
Artigos sobre Publisher's share
Publishing Glossary Music Terms: Every Term Independent Artists Need to Know
Music publishing terminology is deliberately opaque, designed by an industry that profits from confusion. This glossary translates the language of royalties, rights, and revenue streams into plain terms independent artists can use to get paid correctly.
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Does DistroKid Collect All Your Mechanical Royalties?
DistroKid collects some, but not all, of your mechanical royalties. This is the most direct answer, but it hides a more important truth for independent songwriters.
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