LabelWorx launches publishing division to give independent artists more control

LabelWorx, the leading global distribution and label services provider for independent electronic music, has announced the launch of its publishing division, marking a significant expansion of its long-standing infrastructure. The move introduces publishing administration and sample clearance services, designed specifically for the fast-moving needs of today’s electronic artists and labels.

Accordingly, the new division aims to address long-standing challenges within music publishing, where creators often face rigid agreements and limited transparency. Speaking on the launch, Dominic Kerley, VP at LabelWorx, explained that the goal is to remove the traditional trade-off between access and autonomy. By prioritising Single Song Assignments and proactive sample clearance, LabelWorx enables artists and labels to move quickly while ensuring their music remains fully prepared for licensing, synchronization, and commercial opportunities.

Moreover, LabelWorx’s entry into publishing reflects a broader shift in the modern music economy. As discovery cycles accelerate and revenue models evolve, artists increasingly demand track-level flexibility, faster monetization pathways, and greater control over their catalogues. The new publishing division is designed to simplify the registration and collection of publishing income, while ensuring all works distributed through LabelWorx are properly cleared for sample usage.

At the core of the offering is the Single Song Assignment (SSA) model, allowing creators to opt in on a per-track basis rather than committing to long-term publishing contracts. As a result, artists retain full creative ownership while accessing professional publishing infrastructure, reinforcing LabelWorx’s continued mission to empower independent creators across the electronic music ecosystem.

Artists and labels can register for the new publishing services now here.