Do LOFI artists need publishing representation if they already receive royalties from a distributor?

Receiving master royalties from your distributor or record label does not necessarily mean every part of your music’s income is being collected. A LOFI release includes both master royalties and publishing royalties. Your distribution arrangement may cover recording income, while publishing collection depends on what services you have selected and which rights those services cover.

For independent LOFI artists, this distinction becomes especially important as the catalog grows. You may release under several artist names, collaborate with other producers, or have older tracks that continue attracting listeners. Each composition needs accurate writer information, ownership details, and appropriate registrations.

Elizabeth Music Group Publishing can review your current publishing situation and help organize and represent an eligible catalog worldwide. The starting point is understanding what is already covered, what rights remain available, and where additional publishing support may be useful.