Graeme Nath

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Music Distribution with Graeme Nath

Six in-depth modules covering everything you need to know about distribution, ownership, and getting paid in the modern music industry.

Graeme breaks down everything you need to know about getting your music from your hard drive to listeners around the world — and making sure you get paid for it. He walks through the full landscape of music distribution, from choosing the right path for your career — DIY, indie, or major label — to understanding the critical difference between masters and publishing and why ownership is the foundation of long-term success in music.

You’ll also learn about the royalty streams that Caribbean artists too often leave on the table — neighbouring rights, SoundExchange, mechanical royalties, and sync licensing — and how to register and collect your earnings globally. By the end of the course, you’ll have a clear picture of how the modern music business actually works, and the practical knowledge to build a sustainable career on your own terms.

Module 1: What Is Music Distribution?

  • What music distribution actually means and why it matters for every artist.
  • How DSPs like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube connect your music to fans worldwide.

Module 2: Choosing Your Distribution Path

  • The key differences between DIY, indie, and major label distribution.
  • How to choose the right model based on your goals, budget, and appetite for control.

Module 3: Masters vs. Publishing: Know What You Own

  • The critical distinction between your master recording and your publishing rights.
  • How each generates income and why ownership is the foundation of long-term wealth in music.

Module 4: Neighbouring Rights, SoundExchange & Global Royalties

  • The royalty streams Caribbean artists most commonly miss — and how to claim them.
  • How to register internationally and collect earnings from the US, UK, Europe, and beyond.

Module 5: Building a Sustainable Music Career

  • Why releasing music is just the beginning, and what the real work looks like after.
  • How distribution, ownership, and global royalty collection work together to build a lasting career.

Module 6: Tracking Your Analytics and Earnings

  • How to use Monk Music’s dashboard to monitor streams, downloads, and platform performance.
  • How to manage your royalty summary and withdraw your earnings with ease.

  • Music Distribution with Graeme Nath

    Six in-depth modules covering everything you need to know about distribution, ownership, and getting paid in the modern music industry.

    Graeme breaks down the essentials of music distribution — covering how to get your music on global platforms, understand ownership of your masters and publishing, and collect every royalty stream you’re entitled to as a Caribbean artist.

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