Music Business

Explaining 360 Deals: what it is and what it takes

What is a 360 deal in music? Learn how these contracts work, what revenue streams are included, and the risks and benefits for artists.

From Score to Screen 2: Why Nigerian Artists Might Not Be Getting Song Placements

A goldmine of sync opportunities: Part 2 breaks down the documentation and rights gaps blocking Afrobeats from the screen

From Score to Screen 1: How Does Film Music Royalties Work

From original scores to song placements, film music is more complex than it looks. Here's what you need to know about how the money flows.

Beats, Rights, and Royalties: What Every Nigerian Producer Needs to Know

Many Nigerian music producers are building their careers on handshake deals and one-off fees, often at the expense of long-term income. This guide breaks down producer agreements and what your contracts should really include to protect your earnings.

What Is a Music Catalog Worth? How Song Rights Became an Asset Class

How streaming turned song rights into an investable asset class — and what it means for Nigerian music, when the opportunity arises

What Happens to Royalties When an Artist Dies? Royalties, Copyright, and Succession

What happens to music royalties when an artist dies? Who inherits royalties, and what can artists do now to protect their legacy

A Label Owner's Guide to Royalty Splits

Royalty splits explained: common structures from 80/20 to 50/50, the real math behind 1M streams, and best practices for label owners. Free guide inside.

The Role Of Music Tech In Empowering Artists And Music Businesses

Learn how music tech is supporting artists and music businesses by streamlining creation, distribution, and royalty management

7 Essential Royalty Period Terms Every Artist Must Know (Part 1)

The Royalti.io Year in Review: Our Top Blog Posts from 2025

A roundup of Royalti.io’s top blog posts of the year, highlighting important points on music royalties, data, Nigerian music history, and smart...

Wrapping Up the Year with Royalti.io

Thinking about how to wrap up for the year? You can do that confidently with Royalti.io’s year-end checklist. This year-end guide helps you organi...

What Spotify’s Imminent U.S Price Hike Means for Royalty Statements

This breakdown explains what Spotify’s upcoming U.S. Premium price increase may mean for your royalty statements and global streaming income.

The African Women Who Changed Pop Music Forever

The African women who redefined pop music through innovation, cultural fusion, and groundbreaking artistry.