Downtown Music Publishing is a service provider that focuses on music publishing and rights management. It provides publishing administration, in-house product and technology, and creative and client services.

Downtown Music Publishing

Downtown Music Publishing | 5,856 followers on LinkedIn. Since the foundation of Downtown Music Publishing in 2007 and Songtrust in 2011, publishing has been at the core of Downtown’s mission, and as the landscape transformed, Downtown divested its owned song catalog in 2021 to focus exclusively on providing world-class publishing administration and creative services. 

Downtown Music’s publishing administration services - Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust, and Sheer Publishing Africa - currently have nearly 360,000 songwriters and almost 5 million copyrights under management.

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Corey Roberts

Copyright at Downtown Music Publishing

Yoichi Imai

Director, Sync (Creative) at Downtown Music Publishing

Heather Connaughton

SVP, Global Client Services at Downtown Music Publishing

Frank Pagano

Shaggy's iconic track "Boombastic," which has topped charts in the US, UK, Australia, and New Zealand, was featured in That '90s Show Part 2. This timeless hit released in 1995, known for its infectious rhythm and Shaggy's smooth vocals, blends reggae and R&B. In a memorable scene, Jay cozies up to Leia's mom, Donna, with "Boombastic" playing in the background, adding a playful twist to the family drama. Thank you to Kevin Edelman from METALMAN MEDIA, INC. for helping secure this placement. Don’t miss out on all the nostalgia and great tunes—watch That '90s Show, now streaming on Netflix : https://lnkd.in/eCNyai-3

Downtown Music Publishing empowers a diverse roster of both legacy and contemporary talent, breaking barriers in the global music landscape. As the home of smart music publishing, we offer advanced tools and trusted services—from centralized rights management and copyright protection to in-depth data analytics, sync licensing, and creative collaborations—designed to amplify our clients' success. Discover more on our brand-new website: https://lnkd.in/e3s4yW-D

Congratulations to Downtown Music Publishing client Tori Amos who was awarded the Inspirational Artist trophy at the Women in Music Awards 2024. In her interview with Music Week , she reflects on her career's impact, highlighting her musical achievements and her role in empowering women. "If you give up, if you capitulate and walk away, then the probability is that it won’t happen again and you need to make peace with that," she says to the women of tomorrow's music industry. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eSmKcHnR

Read the My Music Row feature highlighting Downtown Music Publishing's President, Emily Stephenson .

Join the Association Of Independent Music Publishers (AIMP) and Music Publishers Canada in Miami for a full day of workshops, panels, networking, and more this Saturday, November 2nd. Downtown Music Holdings' own Amber C. will be moderating the 'Legal and Rights Management in the Era of AI' panel, at 10:15am ET. Learn more and reserve your spot here: https://lnkd.in/eVdzypuU

French fries have a unique way of bringing people together... Especially when paired with "Friend Like You" by Big Yellow Dog Music client Leah Nobel. The song's warm vibes and sweet lyrics complement the wholesome mother-son moment captured in this McCain Foods 'Together Is Golden' commercial. Watch the ad here: https://lnkd.in/egGpd-gZ

We're excited to welcome electronic music duo, Ship Wrek, to Downtown Music Publishing. Comprised of Tripp Churchill and Collin Maguire, their signature sound and high energy DJ sets have defined this eclectic genre as mainstays. Ship Wrek have gained support from artists such as the Chainsmokers, Skrillex, Diplo, Dillon Francis, DJ Snake, Chris Lake, Zedd, and Tiesto. Catch them on tour around the U.S. now: https://lnkd.in/e4X8jXcM

“Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger” is featured in the trailer for DreamWorks Animation film “Dog Man.” This classic Daft Punk track samples Downtown Music Publishing client Edwin Birdsong's “Cola Bottle Baby,” known for its signature grooves. Based on the beloved novel by Dav Pilkey, this action-packed comedy is sure to entertain. Thank you to Universal Pictures for your collaboration on this placement. Check out the trailer and catch "Dog Man" in theaters on January 31st! https://lnkd.in/e-igq_cQ

Congratulations to George Prajin of Prajin Parlay & Double P Records for being awarded Billboard's Latin Executive of the Year! With inspiring words from Mexican-born artist and phenomenon Peso Pluma.

Lady Gaga's latest release, Harlequin, features covers of songs by Downtown Music Publishing client Newley Musical Estate. "The Joker" and "Gonna Build A Mountain" also featured in the movie Joker: Folie á Deux, now playing in theaters. Stream Harlequin on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eMZRuSYx

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