Independent Music 101

Navigating the modern music world can sometimes be challenging, especially for independent artists.

I will add useful information to this page over time as I go on this journey myself.

Peder B. Helland

The Basics of Music Rights & Licensing

It can be difficult to understand the intricacies of music licensing at first glance. Start with these fundamentals.

Performance rights and global PROs

Neighboring rights

Mechanical rights

What is a master license?

What is a sync license?

Music Production

Useful articles about music production, mixing and mastering.

Database of Virtual Instrument Track Delays

Analytics for Your Releases

Official Analytics from Different DSPs