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13/03/2026

7.6 million vinyl LPs sold in the UK last year. Up 13.3% on 2024. A 30-fold increase since 2008.

The vinyl revival is real and it is not just a feel-good story for music lovers.

For independent labels and rights holders it means physical contracts are back on the table. Artwork files, liner notes, mechanical licences across multiple territories, catalogue documentation that needs to hold up at scale. All the things people assumed they had left behind in the digital transition.

The work of properly organising your assets never really goes away. It just changes shape.

Is your catalogue ready for it?

06/02/2026

Tomorrow marks the anniversary of Leonard Cohen’s passing.

His catalogue reminds us that music does not pause with time.

It continues to move across borders, formats and generations, often becoming more complex as the years go by.

Publishing, recordings, rights splits, territories and usage history all play a role.

Without clear structure, even the most iconic catalogues can become difficult to manage.

Longevity in music is rarely accidental.

It is built on clarity, consistency and decisions made long before they feel urgent.

05/02/2026

Music catalogue transfers are becoming more common and a lot more complicated.

It is no longer just about moving assets from A to B. Ownership, contract terms, territory overlaps and hidden dependencies all come into play, and when those pieces are not clear, things slow down fast.

That is when uncertainty kicks in and costs start stacking up for both labels and artists.

If you are dealing with a transfer, planning one, or already feeling that something is off, get in touch and let’s bring structure, clarity and control back into the process.

23/12/2025

As we head into the holidays, it's that special time when we get to slow down a bit.

Whether you're celebrating with family, catching up with friends, or just enjoying some quiet time - this season is about the things (and people!) that really matter.

For us in the music world, there's something else that gives real peace of mind: knowing your music is protected, your rights are looked after, and everything's secure while you're taking that well-deserved break.

At , we're all about giving you that clarity and control - because the people behind the music deserve to switch off without worry.

Wishing you a calm and meaningful holiday season. 🎵

The rightsHUB team

14/11/2025

Yesterday, Lee Morrison presented rightsHUB at the IMS Accelerator in Dubai, sharing how our platform helps labels, publishers and catalogue owners manage their music assets with confidence and clarity. It was an inspiring session with innovators from across the industry.

Today, Lee is back on stage for the panel Rhythm & Return: Valuing Music as an Asset, discussing how music catalogues are becoming a major area of investment and why strong data and rights management matter more than ever.

International Music Summit Dubai has been full of great conversations and new connections, and we’re excited to keep building on the momentum.

Here are a few photos from yesterday’s pitch. If you’re in Dubai today and want to learn more about rightsHUB or have a chat with Lee, feel free to reach out.

12/11/2025

Labels, managers, publishers… we’ve all been there.

“Who’s got the final mix?”
“Can someone send the artwork again?”
“Wait, which version is approved?”
"Who are the Publishers for Track 3 again?"

So we built rightsDROP to stop the endless chasing.

One link. All data. All files. Sorted, tagged, delivered straight into rightsHUB.

Built by people who live this industry every day.

Want to see how it actually works for your team?

✨ Drop us a DM or comment “demo” and we’ll show you the magic.

24/10/2025

New feature just dropped!

Earlier this week we launched rightsDROP - built for labels, publishers, and managers to make music rights submissions fast, smooth, and stress-free.

With direct integration into your dashboard, you now have full control from submission to delivery - all in just a few clicks.

👉 Tap the link to read the full announcement and see how rightsDROP is changing the game:
https://rightshub.net/blog/introducing-rightsdrop-the-smartest-way-to-collect-music-data-and-assets/

🎧 Welcome to a smarter way to manage music rights.

rightsHUB, the industry-leading music rights data and asset management platform, has unveiled its latest feature for labels and publishers, rightsDROP. Available to all rightsHUB clients, rightsDROP will enable labels and publishers to create and issue fully customisable templates for artists, write...

20/10/2025

💛 We’re proud to shine a light on the amazing work of Last Night A DJ Saved My Life Foundation!

Founded by Jonny lee, Last Night A DJ Saved My Life (LNADJ) unites the electronic music community to bring hope and opportunities to children and young adults in need around the world.

Through their projects like , they donate DJ and music gear to youth projects and community centers — helping young people find their voice through music.

And with , DJs across the globe come together to raise funds for clean water, food, education, and housing — turning every beat into a chance for change.

now uses rightsHUB to manage their label operations and register their music correctly - helping increase revenues that go straight to supporting young adults from developing countries.

A huge thank you to Jonny, James, Jim and the entire LNADJ team for everything you do. Your passion shows how powerful music can be when it’s used for good. 💛

26/09/2025

Amsterdam Dance Festival is almost here!

The city will be buzzing with music pros, deals, and late-night talks that shape the future of the electronic music industry. 🎶

With rightsHUB, your catalogue doesn’t get lost in the noise. We keep your music assets organised, transparent, and ready whenever you need them.

👉 Who’s heading to Amsterdam Dance Event this year? Let’s connect!

24/07/2025

AI is changing music forever—but the legal side is a mess 🎵

If you're an independent artist or work in music rights, you're probably wondering what the hell is going on with AI and who actually owns what anymore.

The big questions everyone's asking:
→ How do you protect your music when AI can copy your style?
→ What happens when AI learns from your songs?
→ If you use AI to help write a track, who owns it?

Here's what I know for sure: if you don't have solid rights management in place, you're going to get left behind.

Sitting back and hoping for the best? That's not going to work.

What should independent artists be demanding to protect themselves in this AI world?

22/07/2025

🤯 This punk rock label just did something INCREDIBLE

Hopeless Records bought Fat Wreck Chords (yeah, THAT Fat Wreck Chords - NOFX, Lagwagon, all those legends) and here's the crazy part...

They DELETED every single artist's debt. GONE. 💸

You know how most record deals work, right? Artists stay in debt to their labels forever, never seeing real royalties. But Hopeless said "Nah, we're wiping the slate clean."

Fat Mike and the whole Fat Wreck crew are now earning from day one.

This isn't charity either. It's brilliant business: when you treat artists like actual partners instead of debtors, everyone makes more money. Artists are happier, they create better music, fans stay engaged.

This could totally change how label deals work. What if we stopped pretending artists were the problem and started building systems that actually work FOR them? 🤔

Have you ever been stuck owing money to a label? This shows there's a better way to do music business.

14/07/2025

A $775M deal that could change everything for indie musicians.

Universal is trying to buy Downtown Music for three-quarters of a billion dollars, but the EU is putting on the brakes.

Over 200 independent music reps are basically saying "HOLD UP" 🛑

Why should you care?

Downtown owns some pretty crucial stuff:
- CD Baby (where tons of indies distribute)
- FUGA (major distribution infrastructure)
- Songtrust (royalty collection service)

The EU decides on July 22 whether this mega-deal goes through or gets blocked.

Here's the real talk: When big companies swallow up the platforms that independents rely on, it usually doesn't end well for the little guys. Less choice, higher fees, more hoops to jump through.

We're seeing this pattern everywhere in music - the big players keep getting bigger while indies get squeezed out.

At rightsHUB, we believe artists and labels should have alternatives that aren't controlled by corporate giants. That's why we're building decentralized tools that put YOU in control of your music rights and royalties.