BMG has entered into a new global recordings partnership with label Sketch Music, through which it will provide global distribution and resources "to accelerate Sketch’s digital-first strategy and scale its reach across new markets." "The partnership reflects both companies shared commitment to championing innovation, empowering creators, and connecting fans with the most exciting sounds emerging online," said BMG in a statement. Sketch Music "champions creators shaping the future of culture," ...

LabelWorx, a distribution and label services provider for independent electronic music, has launched a publishing division, which will provide publishing administration and sample clearance services for its clients." LabelWorx's publishing unit will offer a Single Song Assignment (SSA) model to artists and labels, allowing them to opt in on a per-track basis, rather than committing to traditional long-term publishing agreements. “Publishing has traditionally required artists to choose between ac...

Virgin Music Group, the distribution and services company owned by Universal Music Group, has extended its global distribution partnerships with South Africa’s music companies Gallo Record Company and Content Connect Africa (CCA), both owned by Arena Holdings. Under the deal extension, Virgin Music Group will continue "to champion African music on the world stage, advocating for local talent on global platforms, positioning African voices in the international spotlight, and amplifying the conti...