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Label Spotlight: Cafe Creme

Label Services

9 March 2024

Label Spotlight: Cafe Creme

MN2S Label Services client James Deron is the head of four boundary-pushing labels releasing across a number of electronic genres: Cafe Creme,…

Label Spotlight: Sakti Records

Label Services

3 March 2024

Label Spotlight: Sakti Records

MN2S Label Services client Sakti Records is a recently launched imprint focused on releasing dance music with heart. We spoke to label…

Inermu Records featured on Beatport’s homepage

Label Services

8 February 2024

Inermu Records featured on Beatport’s homepage

One of our Label Services clients has earned a coveted feature on Beatport’s homepage with one of their latest releases. Inermu Records’…

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Music Distribution Services

Our label management team digitally distributes music for over 500 independent labels, ensuring that your music is delivered to streaming services and music platforms across the globe swiftly, professionally and affordably. Music distribution services is a complex operation, but we make it simple, allowing you to focus on the creative strategy of your label while we take care of the details.

 

MUSIC DISTRIBUTION

Through our global music distribution services and licensing network, we deliver digital music direct to online retailers, and distribute vinyl and CDs. We also manage and advise on all aspects of the digital music distribution process.

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RIGHTS MANAGEMENT

As part of our label services platform, we register rights with PPL, collecting royalties on behalf of our labels for music that is broadcast on radio and television, played in public, and streamed.

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We develop comprehensive social media strategies, implement advanced campaigns and manage social media accounts for artists, DJs and record label across all channels. You can use our social media services for one-off campaigns or full-time management.

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LEGAL AND BUSINESS

Our legal and business services are informed by industry best practice and come as part of a broader label services package. We negotiate agreements on behalf of our labels, and draft or advise on contracts.

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LICENSING AND SYNC

We negotiate and advise on third-party and synchronization licences for TV and film. We also conceptualize, manage and license releases for label compilations and territorial exclusives as part of our music distribution services.

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

Our graphics department provides design services to labels, promoters and musicians, designing a variety of assets that includes album art for digital and physical releases, branding for tour posters and designs for merchandise and one-off events.

Testimonials

Terry Hunter

T’s Box, T’s Crates

“MN2S Distribution is one of the best companies I’ve dealt with. Their attention to your releases is amazing.  You don’t get that these days.  Whenever something is needed, they’re right on it & get back to your requests immediately.  As a label owner, this is what I look for in a distributor, and it’s much appreciated”

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CN Williams

ReelHouse Records

“I have worked with MN2S for many years, booking their artists and DJs for events, but for the past few years, they have been looking after my record label ‘ReelHouse Records’ with their digital music distribution & label service; that is second to none! I have seen my brand grow since they took me on board; no job is too big or too small have given me expert advice along the way and even helped me refresh the brand to bring it back to life after covid.”

If you ever get the chance to work with these guys, TAKE IT!!!

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Ben Thompson

20/20 Vision - Label Manager

“MN2S provide a great service for the label; they’re always on hand to assist with any questions and ensure the smooth delivery of our music.”

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DJ Spen

Quantize Recordings/unquantize

“Working with MN2S Label Services has been a very easy process; they make running a record label really easy. Chris is very fluent in all label-related matters; he is quick, there’s usually nothing that I can ask him that he can’t do, and he’s just amazing – very knowledgeable and very up-to-date. The services are excellent, and I don’t think Quantize could be in existence without them. It’s been a pleasure working with MN2S since day one, and I just can’t imagine a better scenario. I’m grateful that we’re still working together for nine years, it’s been an incredible journey.”

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Eric Welton

T's Box Records & T's Crates label manager

“The personalized attention and prompt communication from Chris James & MN2S Label Services is an absolute pleasure.  They make our release process smooth and efficient.  It’s critical for us to have such reliability to support our rigorous schedules”

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Tim Burnett

Tropical Disco Records

“My experience of MN2S Label Services has been second to none, not only having a point of contact that you can reach at any time, but also the relationship that MN2S has with Traxsource and the help in getting banners and support.  No other distribution company could offer such a full and rounded service as Chris does”

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Ollie Brierley-Jones

it's. Melodic

“Working with MN2S Label Services has been second to none. My day-to-day contact, Chris James, has offered fantastic support and all of my label’s releases have been delivered smoothly and hassle-free. MN2S are true professionals.”

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Ben Smethurst

Expressive Records

“This goes way above and beyond what I expected and I’m very grateful for the help and support.”

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Jess / Mind Street

Soul N Pepa

“When you create an independent label, you need to have the right service at the right place. Working with MN2S is easy: Chris, my label manager is always responsive and provides top quality service.

The relationship with all the MN2S crew is excellent too, whenever you need them, they are there and get back to your requests quickly. As a label owner, this is what I need to focus on my label and music, while making working together easy.”

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Neapolitan Soul

Neapolitan Soul Records

Without a doubt I confirm that this is the best distribution company. Their help and focus on releases is amazing. Always prompt to answer me whenever I need. From Chris James & MN2S Label Services always availability and professionalism, for everything. As a label owner I feel I can also recommend to other friends. ​

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Antonello Ferrari

Sunflowermusic

I’m Antonello Ferrari, owner of Sunflowermusic Records distributed by MN2S Label Service for about three years. My sincere thanks go to all the MN2S team for their professionalism and support for any need. I can say that there is nothing better!

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Paul Parsons

PLAYEDiT Records

I’ve been using MN2S for Gimme The Night, Chris is very much on the ball and always happy to help if there are any issues, once you have your head around the system it’s very easy to use and has simple easy to follow instructions, MN2S has done a great job so far and it’s comforting to know the label is in good hands!

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Chris Robinson (Ruff Diamond)

SupaEarth Records

Chris has incredible enthusiasm and passion for the record business, and he knows a tune when he hears one! He is super switched on in his role at MN2S Label Services, and takes the time to understand you and your label, giving the music the best chance possible.

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Coflo Ferreira

Ocha Records

With such a hectic release schedule, MN2S makes communication clear and easy. The team is not only extremely responsive but very understanding and helps us make sure we get things done right!

Stores we work with

We have solid relationships with companies and brands leading the way in the digital music industry. This translates into excellent coverage for the labels we work with and superb results for clients taking advantage of our music distribution services.

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What We Offer Label Owners

From increased exposure to strengthened credibility, our label services department gives label owners a range of advantages not offered by traditional digital distribution companies. As part of a global music and talent agency offering social media, PR, and design services, our clients benefit from a multi-faceted platform that goes far beyond digital music distribution.

 

 

EXCELLENT EXPOSURE AT RETAIL

Our global distribution and licensing network and direct relationships with digital music retailers enable us to regularly secure prominent coverage for your releases worldwide, as part of our music distribution services package.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE AND CONNECTIONS

Our experience and professional contacts can fast-track the ambitions you have for your label. We can manage and advise you on all aspects of release creation, manufacture and distribution, from mastering to release strategy.

MONTHLY ACCOUNTING

We made a pioneering choice several years ago to switch from quarterly to monthly accounting, enabling us to pay our labels as quickly and efficiently as possible: we’ve since seen major online stores and digital distribution companies such as Beatport do the same.

REAL-TIME SALES ANALYTICS

See when and where your music is selling in real time on your own sales dashboard. Using the latest technology, we can continually assess promotional tactics and monitor how a release is performing across different regions and demographics.

Responsive personal service

We limit the number of labels we work with so that we can be efficient and responsive. To take advantage of every opportunity for your label, we act swiftly on requests from clients and retailers, ensuring that no request goes unheard.

Added credibility

MN2S is an established brand in the music industry, known for working with respected labels, DJs and artists. We only work with labels we believe can increase both their profile and their earnings, and we take pride in the imprints on our label roster.

Access to a roster of talent

Through the extensive network of our global booking agency, we have close contacts and longstanding relationships with international DJs and artists: this means we can facilitate specific requests for remixes, features and collaborations.

PR and promotions network

Drawing on our network of PR, promotional and media contacts, we can assist with your promotional strategy and co-ordinate TV, radio, print and online coverage and campaigns that ensure your label remains in the spotlight.

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Did you know?

The Quantize Miami Sampler 2019 – Compiled And Mixed By DJ Spen distributed by MN2S Label Services was awarded a Traxsource home page banner, 3 genre page banners, 7 features, 4 Essential Chart entries and 2 Weekend Weapons positions. The release hit #2 on Traxsource Top 100 Albums chart, tracks from the Sampler featured in 18 other Top 100s across Traxsource, and music from this release was included in 82 DJ charts.

MN2S Label Services has successfully licensed master and publishing sampling rights to music by Jocelyn Brown, has cleared video and sound rights for music by Toploader, and has commissioned and secured remixes of original material by will.i.am collaborator Cody Wise.

MN2S Label Services welcomes back Black Lizard Records in 2019, who return bringing Gold Lizard Records and Red Lizard Records too.

MN2S Label Services is working with Crystal Waters, UK chart-topper & will.i.am collaborator Cody Wise, & Paris Cesvette on their new label projects.

MN2S Label Services has worked on licensing for Colgate, Sky TV, LowPriceMove, Unibank, among other brands.

As well as singles, EPs, artist albums, and compilations, MN2S Label Services distributes sample packs, music videos, and other new media.

MN2S Label Services has worked with Sony/ATV & Universal on publishing clearance for Wyclef Jean, Snap!, Technotronic, Reel 2 Real, Vanilla Ice, & Donna Summer.

MN2S Label Services works on commission, not for a fee, meaning we continue to work extremely hard to push for coverage and sales once your release is delivered to us.

We have licensed music to Universal Pictures’ ‘The Secret Life Of Pets’ and Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Wolf Of Wall Street’.

We have distributed music from Moby, John Legend, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Lana Del Rey, Roger Sanchez, Todd Terry, Kerri Chandler, Timo Maas, Groove Armada, Marshall Jefferson, Maya Jane Coles, Loco Dice, Nina Kraviz, Nicola Fasano, Andrew Weatherall, Candi Staton, Mr. C, Amine Edge, and many, many more.

MN2S Label Services distribution client Closer To Truth received a Beatport home page banner for CTT033 Intr0beatz ‘Drive-Thru Delicacies’.

MN2S Label Services distribution client Expressive Records received a Traxsource home page banner for their very first release, EXR001 The Power Of Three feat. Vanessa Freeman ‘The Time Is Coming’.

New label signing Lacuna Recordings reached #5 in the Beatport House releases chart with their first release.

Speak to our Label Services Team

For any questions about digital music distribution or to discuss any aspect of the label services we offer at MN2S, contact us today.

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I want to start a label – what do I need to do?

If you want to start a record label we can support you from set up to worldwide music distribution.

The first step is branding your record label. You need a name that is unique and a logo that works well for marketing and digital distribution. Our branding team can assist you with this.

Next, you need to have the necessary legal agreements in place with the artists you collaborate with, including backing artists, song writers and DJs. Again, we can draw up the necessary contracts and advise you on legal matters around this.

It’s a good idea to have your releases registered with PPL, so that you can collect royalties when your tracks are played in public or on the radio. As registered members of PPL this is something we can do for you very quickly, saving you a lot of administration.

If you want to succeed, you also need to have a label launch strategy in place. This is to ensure that you have enough releases to build some momentum for your label. Without one it can take much longer to develop a name for yourself. Our label services agents have advised dozens of labels on this, and can help you plan your release dates and work with you to develop a solid, attention-grabbing strategy that builds your label brand from the start.

When it comes to releasing your first tracks, we submit them to all the major digital music distribution outlets online, including iTunes, Beatport, Shazam, Traxsource and Spotify. MN2S is an established brand in the music industry, known for working with respected labels, DJs and artists. This works in your favour when we deliver your releases, ensuring that your music is taken seriously.

Contact us to discuss launching a new record label.

I would like to get some big-name artists on my label – can you help?

With our substantial network of artists and producers we can help you. Contact us.

If I use your digital music distribution services, when should I submit releases?

We need you to submit your release to us at least three weeks ahead of the official release date. This gives us enough time to meet the deadlines set by the leading music streaming services and digital music distribution outlets. Without this three weeks’ lead time it will be far harder for us to secure any significant coverage for your release.

When you send us the release, you should also send us a detailed summary of your promo campaign. This includes any biographies, articles, press releases, blogs and reviews, a list of radio plays, a list of your social media profiles and the number of followers you have for each, and any positive reactions from DJs or music journalists on social media. We will then package this information into the best format for each digital retailer.

If it’s at all possible, submit your release and promo materials to us sooner than three weeks before the release date. The more time we have to work with the information, the better.

We have a division that specializes in PR for label services. If you do need support in this area, let us know. We can manage the promotional campaign for the release on your behalf if required.

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