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beatBread is a pioneering music and finance company that empowers artists to take control of their careers without giving away ownership of their music or their decision-making power. Founded in 2020, beatBread brings together a team with deep experience in music, finance, artificial intelligence and machine learning to create new opportunities for artists and labels. beatBread provides independent and unsigned artists and labels with financial advances that are repaid through a limited share of revenues from streaming and / or publishing, over a period of the artist or label’s choosing.
Established in 2009, Cygnus Music is a cornerstone in digital music distribution and label management within the dance music sector. The company helps artists and labels reach a global audience by placing their music on all major digital platforms, supported by robust promotional efforts. Cygnus Music offers a suite of innovative tools that simplify label operations, including a flagship artist accounting and payment module. Specialising in dance and electronic genres, Cygnus Music serves a diverse clientele and some of the leading names in the music industry.
EY UK offers consulting, assurance, tax and transaction services to help clients solve complex problems and create value. Learn more about EY.ai, AI platform, case studies…
IMPALA was established in 2000 and now represents over 6000 independent music companies in Europe. 99% of Europe’s music companies are small, micro and medium businesses and self-releasing artists. Known as the independents, they are world leaders in terms of innovation and discovering new music and artists – they produce more than 80% of all new releases and account for 80% of the sector’s jobs. IMPALA’s mission is to grow the independent music sector sustainably, return more value to artists, promote diversity and entrepreneurship, improve political access, inspire change, and increase access to finance. IMPALA works on a range of key issues for its members, runs various award schemes and has a programme aimed at businesses who want to develop a strategic relationship with the European independent sector – Friends of IMPALA.
Lissen is an interactive platform combining music streaming and direct-to-fan features. We create a better, more engaging music experience by aligning incentives between artists and fans.
Tysers Live is the largest live entertainment and events focused insurance broker in the UK. We have developed products specifically for the entire entertainment supply chain from freelancers to promoters, event suppliers, venues and artists/performers. Our exclusive Emerging Talent package offers cover for Equipment, Public Liability and Employers Liability at affordable annual premiums for emerging acts. We truly understand the nature of risk and can offer unique and innovative solutions to our clients’ exposures. As Lloyd’s Brokers we have direct access to the Lloyd’s market, should we need it, and we use all major insurers including specialists in many areas.
Curve Royalty Systems is a comprehensive royalty accounting platform designed for the modern music industry. It supports record labels, distributors, and publishers by managing complex royalty deals, profit shares, and revenue distributions. Curve’s cloud-based system offers transparency and efficiency, handling vast amounts of data and providing clear, accessible royalty statements for artists and composers.