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How Sync Licensing Works

July 10, 2025

How Sync Licensing Works

If you’ve ever heard a song in a Netflix series, a car advert, or the trailer of a blockbuster film, chances are that track was licensed through something called sync licensing. Short for synchronisation, this process allows music to be paired with moving images and it’s one of the most powerful (and lucrative) ways for […]

How Publishing Works – Contracts and Rights Explained

July 7, 2025

How Publishing Works – Contracts and Rights Explained

Music publishing can feel like one of the trickiest parts of the industry to wrap your head around. With a flood of acronyms, organisations, and legal jargon, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But understanding how music publishing works is key to making sure you’re getting paid properly for your signs and music and protecting it […]

Making your Sync Submissions stand out from the crowd

April 21, 2025

Making your Sync Submissions stand out from the crowd

With an increase in the use of film and TV streaming services, such as Netflix, Apple TV, and Disney+, there are more opportunities than ever for artists to get their music featured in media products.  The sync sector can be fast-paced and complicated – so it’s important to be ready! This guide will give you […]

How to Find Copyright Owners

April 9, 2025

How to Find Copyright Owners

While you can usually buy a cover license for a song online, if you ever need to obtain a license for use – because, for example, you want to sample an audio clip or use someone else’s audio in a video – you will need to find the copyright owners.  The right people can be […]

How to Get Your Music Ready for Sync Licensing

October 21, 2024

How to Get Your Music Ready for Sync Licensing

Securing a sync license for your song can be a game-changer as an artist. However, it’s a highly competitive process that often operates under tight deadlines. Before we dive into how to get your music ready for sync licensing, let’s quickly explain what it is…   What is “Sync Licensing”?  A sync (short for “Synchronisation”) license […]

Introducing Horus Music Publishing+

October 4, 2024

Introducing Horus Music Publishing+

Following the launch of our new music publishing service earlier this year, we’re delighted to bring you some exciting news from Horus HQ. We’ve officially launched a brand-new publishing subscription service, designed to provide even more support for independent artists. Introducing Horus Music Publishing+. What is Horus Music Publishing+? Horus Music Publishing+ is your brand-new […]

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