MUSIC
PUBLISHING
Take your music career to the next level with P Tune Studio Publishing Administration. As a leading music publishing administration service, we help songwriters, composers, and music producers manage their music rights and maximize their royalties.
Here’s a visual guide to understanding these concepts better
Under our distribution service contract, P Tune Studio Distribution offers clients administrative services for digital music publishing. With our publishing administration agreement, you can receive extra royalties for public performances of your music, as well as for use in live and non-live venues, movies or commercial syncs, interactive and non-interactive digital media (like BBC), and other retailers. When they tour, the majority of musicians solely get paid from ticket sales. On the other hand, in the event that your music is played and distributed globally without a publication agreement, your revenues are deposited with collection organisations worldwide, awaiting your claim.
It will take close contacts with every culture in every region to collect these royalties on your own. It takes a lot of time, paperwork, and upfront costs to complete this. Worst
What We Collect
We ensure you don’t leave any money on the table.
Mechanical Royalties
Earned whenever your song is streamed or downloaded on digital platforms like Spotify and Apple Music
Performance Royalties
Generated when your music is played on Radio, TV, Live Venues, or streamed publicly worldwide.
YouTube Composition
We collect publishing revenue from user-generated videos on YouTube that feature your songs.
Sync Licensing
Placement opportunities for your music in TV shows, movies, video games, and commercials.
Maximize Your Income
Distribution is only half the story. You need both to earn 100%.
Music Distribution
Collects for the Sound Recording (Master).
- Streaming Royalties
- Download Revenue
- Content ID Income
VS
Music Publishing
Collects for the Songwriting (Composition).
- Performance Royalties
- Mechanical Royalties
- International Broadcasts
Claim Your Royalties Today
Register your songs and start collecting what you are owed globally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Understanding Music Publishing – A Guide for Songwriters & Creators
What is music publishing and why is it important?
Music publishing is the process of managing and protecting the copyright of songwriters and composers. It ensures you get paid whenever your music is streamed, performed, broadcast, or used commercially. Without proper publishing administration, many royalties go uncollected—especially internationally.
How is music publishing different from music distribution?
Music distribution collects money from the recording (master)—such as streams on Spotify or Apple Music.
Music publishing collects money from the composition (lyrics & melody)—including performance royalties, mechanical royalties, and sync income.
To earn 100% of your potential income, you need both distribution and publishing.
Who should use music publishing administration services?
Any songwriter, composer, producer, or independent artist who owns songwriting rights should use publishing administration. Even if you’re unsigned or self-releasing, publishing ensures you don’t miss royalties from radio, TV, live performances, YouTube, or global streaming platforms.
What does P Tune Studio’s music publishing administration do?
P Tune Studio handles the full publishing workflow, including:
Registering your songs globally
Managing copyright data and ownership splits
Collecting performance, mechanical, and sync royalties
Working with PROs and CMOs worldwide
Tracking usage and resolving conflicts
So you can focus on creating music—while we collect what you’re owed.
What types of royalties does music publishing collect?
Yes. You always retain 100% ownership of your compositions.
P Tune Studio acts as your publishing administrator, not the owner of your music. We only take an agreed percentage for collecting and managing your royalties.
What types of royalties does music publishing collect?
Music publishing income usually comes from:
Mechanical Royalties – from streaming, downloads, and reproductions
Performance Royalties – from radio, TV, live shows, and public plays
Sync Royalties – from films, TV, ads, games, and digital media
YouTube Composition Royalties – from videos using your music
Each stream is tracked separately to maximize your earnings.
What are PROs and why do they matter?
PROs (Performance Rights Organizations) like ASCAP, BMI, PRS, and others collect performance royalties on behalf of songwriters. P Tune Studio works with these organizations to ensure your music is properly registered and paid worldwide.
How are songwriting royalties paid?
Royalties are collected by PROs and mechanical societies, then reported to P Tune Studio. After administration, your earnings are paid to you with transparent statements showing where and how your music earned money.
What happens if my song has multiple writers?
When a song has multiple contributors, copyright splits determine how income is shared. These splits must be clearly defined and registered. P Tune Studio helps manage and apply splits accurately to avoid disputes and missed payments.
Can independent artists earn publishing royalties?
Absolutely. You do not need a record label to earn publishing income. Independent artists often miss these royalties simply because their songs aren’t registered properly. Publishing administration ensures no money is left on the table.
Does P Tune Studio help with international royalties?
Yes. We work with a global collection network, ensuring your music earns income across multiple countries, not just your home market.
How long does it take to start earning publishing royalties?
Some royalties (like digital performance) may take time to report, depending on the platform. However, once your songs are registered, royalties are collected retroactively where possible and paid according to reporting cycles.
Is music publishing worth it for new songwriters?
Yes. Even early-stage songwriters can earn royalties from:
YouTube videos
Social media usage
Live performances
Streaming platforms
Publishing administration helps capture income you may not even know exists.
How do I get started with P Tune Studio Music Publishing?
Simply sign up, submit your song details, and confirm ownership splits. Our team handles the rest—registration, tracking, and royalty collection—so you can focus on creating your next release.