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Why Music Royalty Marketplaces Struggle to Attract Inventory
Why do music royalty marketplaces struggle to attract quality catalogs? Explore the clash between investors seeking upside and artists protecting future potential, ownership, and legacy.
Jun 8, 2026
New Releases vs. Legacy Catalogs: Which Makes the Better Investment?
Should you invest in new music releases or established catalogs? Learn the risks, rewards, valuation challenges, and why mature music catalogs often offer more reliable returns than new releases.
Jun 8, 2026
The Hidden Risk of Investing in Unreleased Music
Investing in unreleased music can offer massive upside, but it comes with a hidden risk: uncertainty. Learn why valuations, artist track records, and future projections can make unreleased music one of the riskiest royalty investments.
Jun 8, 2026
The Liquidity Problem With Music Investments
Discover the hidden liquidity problem with music investments. Learn why buying music royalties is easy, selling is difficult, and how limited secondary markets impact investor returns.
Jun 8, 2026
Why Most Music Royalty Investments Take Decades To Recoup
Most music royalty investments take years or even decades to recoup. Learn how valuations, illiquid markets, revenue fluctuations, limited growth opportunities, and lack of transparency impact returns.
Jun 8, 2026
Jay-Z's Musicow Review: The Great, Good, Bad & Ugly
Is Musicow worth it? Discover the great, good, bad, and ugly of investing in music royalties, including ROI potential, liquidity risks, ownership concerns, and the challenges of buying into unreleased music.
Jun 8, 2026
Record Deals 2.0: From Bets On Artists To Investments In Assets
Record deals are changing. Learn how “Record Companies 2.0” invest in proven songs, not artists, and what selling your catalog really means for your money, control, and long-term upside.
Apr 23, 2026
Selling the Rights to Your Music: What You’re Actually Giving Up (and Gaining)
Selling your music rights? Learn what you actually give up, what you get paid for, and how master, publishing, and royalty deals really work.
Mar 31, 2026
Duetti Review: What's Great, Good, Bad, & Ugly
A clear-eyed review of Duetti, a music finance company that acquires master, publishing, and royalty rights. We break down what’s great, good, bad, and still unknown so artists can decide whether selling part of their catalog makes sense.
Feb 2, 2026
Stripe Capital Review: Is It Worth It for Solopreneurs?
Thinking about taking a Stripe Capital advance? This hands-on review breaks down the real costs, repayment terms, and whether it’s worth it for solopreneurs, creators, and small online businesses.
Jan 7, 2025
Affirm Buy Now, Pay Later Review: A Flexible Payment Option for Artists
Thinking of using Affirm to finance music gear or services? This review explores how Affirm works, its pros and cons, and whether it’s a smart move for artists and music professionals.
Jan 7, 2025
Sonomo Review: The Great, Good, Bad, and Ugly of Selling Your Music Catalog - 2026 Update
Thinking about selling your music catalog or a percentage of your songs? This breakdown explores the Great, Good, Bad, and Ugly of Sonomo, music catalog sales, fractional ownership, and what artists should consider before taking an offer.
Jan 7, 2025