Music Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

The music industry comprises of a variety of firms, companies and independents. Over the years, the market has adapted well to the many changes. The major concern in the music industry is profits gained from companies that partake in tasks like publication, distribution and production of music around the world. The creation and distribution of music happens in separate places. For instance, the retailing, manufacturing and wholesaling occurs in one place, and the production of the music takes place somewhere else. The publication of music sometimes requires the leasing of music as intellectual property, so that it can be used in live performances and beyond. There are a variety of sub-industries in the music field, which include live music, recording and artists. Then there are the behind the scenes professionals and staff that offer assistance and representation.

It's common in the music recording industry for compositions to be sold to publishing companies. These publishing entities collaborate with recording artists and studios in order to create music media. The retailers then sell this media to the general public. When consumers purchase the music, the retailers pay the recording company, who then pay the artist and publishing company, who then pays the composer.

Another music industry professional is a promoter, who is hired to assist with live music performances. The promoter works with the recording artist and the owner of venues where the artist will perform. A contract is drawn up between the venue and the artist. The booking agency promotes the artist and gets the live performance setup. Revenue is earned from the ticket purchases by the consumers.

It's common for a recording artist to hire multiple people to assist with his or her career. For instance, a manager oversees the career of the artist and earns a percentage of whatever the artist makes. Lawyers are also hired to help with contract details and financial transactions, taxes and bookkeeping are handled by business managers.

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Music Industry Research & Market Reports

  • Mobile Entertainment

    ... CAGR of 6.8% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Mobile Games, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 6.4% CAGR and reach US$126.3 Billion by the end of the analysis ... Read More

  • Music Recording Industry

    ... at a CAGR of 7.6% over the analysis period 2024-2030. The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$20.7 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 11.2% CAGR The Music Recording Industry market in the U.S. ... Read More

  • Digital Audio Workstations

    ... at a CAGR of 8.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Editing Workstations, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 8.3% CAGR and reach US$3.1 Billion by the end of ... Read More

  • Online Music Streaming

    ... at a CAGR of 15.8% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Audio Content Streaming, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 14.3% CAGR and reach US$42.7 Billion by the end ... Read More

  • Music Production Equipment

    ... at a CAGR of 2.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Public Address Equipment, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 2.5% CAGR and reach US$5.2 Billion by the end ... Read More

  • Music Synthesizers

    ... CAGR of 2.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Digital Synthesizers, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.0% CAGR and reach US$500.0 Million by the end of the analysis ... Read More

  • Music Production Software

    ... at a CAGR of 5.9% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Editing Software, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 6.3% CAGR and reach US$992.3 Million by the end of ... Read More

  • Cloud Music Streaming

    ... at a CAGR of 15.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Individual End-Use, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 15.7% CAGR and reach US$48.8 Billion by the end of ... Read More

  • Global Music Streaming Market 2025-2029

    ... provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, the latest ... Read More

  • Directory of Music Foundations 2025

    ... music foundations are included, as well as some of the less well-known grant-making organizations. Details for hundreds of institutions, this new directory is the most comprehensive and up to date information on this growing sector. Read More

  • Who's Who of Eastern European & Russian Musicians - 2nd Edition

    ... Musicians gives biographical information & contact details for some of the most talented & influential artists from Eastern Europe & the Russian Federation. There are hundreds of biographies charting the careers & achievements of artists. Read More

  • Global Music Market 2025-2029

    ... analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, the latest trends and drivers, ... Read More

  • 2025 Global Forecast for Business Music Software Market (2026-2031 Outlook)-High Tech Outlook Report

    ... product or service category is within the NAICS Computer Systems Design Services industry. The product or service category is within the NAICS Computer Systems Design Services industry. The global market is expected to increase from ... Read More

  • 2025 Global Forecast for Cloud Music Service Market (2026-2031 Outlook)-High Tech Outlook Report

    ... product or service category is within the NAICS Computer Systems Design Services industry. The product or service category is within the NAICS Computer Systems Design Services industry. The global market is expected to increase from ... Read More

  • 2025 Global: Cloud Music Service Market - Innovative Markets Forecast (2031) report

    ... industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2020 to 2031 using regression analysis in our modeling. and Perry/Hope is the only market ... Read More

  • 2025 Global: Business Music Software Market - Innovative Markets Forecast (2031) report

    ... industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2020 to 2031 using regression analysis in our modeling. and Perry/Hope is the only market ... Read More

  • Revenue Forecasts to (2031) and Analytics for the Motion Picture (Movie, Film), Music Production, Distribution, Exhibition (Theaters) & Publishing (U.S.): Financial Benchmarks, Metrics, P&L, KPIs, NAIC 512000

    ... Motion Picture (Movie, Film), Music Production, Distribution, Exhibition (Theaters) & Publishing (U.S.): Financial Benchmarks, Metrics, P&L, KPIs, NAIC 512000 Vital industry-specific data including metrics, benchmarks, historic numbers, growth rates and forecasts that will save countless ... Read More

  • Revenue Forecasts to (2031) and Analytics for the Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book and Music Stores (Broad-Based) (U.S.): Financial Benchmarks, Metrics, P&L, KPIs, NAIC 451000

    ... Book and Music Stores (Broad-Based) (U.S.): Financial Benchmarks, Metrics, P&L, KPIs, NAIC 451000 Vital industry-specific data including metrics, benchmarks, historic numbers, growth rates and forecasts that will save countless hours of research. Key Findings: Sporting ... Read More

  • Music Production & Distribution

    ... Music Group, and Warner Music Group (all based in the US), as well as Avex (Japan), Edel (Germany), and GMM Grammy (Thailand). Music streaming services from companies such as Amazon and Apple (both based in ... Read More

  • Background Music Market by Type (Music Streaming, AV System Equipment), Application (Retail Stores, Restaurants, Public Organizations, Entertainment Places, and Others), and Region 2025-2033

    ... Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 2.8 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.04% during 2025-2033. The significant expansion in the media and entertainment sector and the increasing ... Read More

  • Video Game, DVD and Recorded Music Retailing in Australia - Industry Market Research Report

    ... trading conditions over the past decade. Intensifying external competition from streaming platforms and online-only retailers diverted demand away from traditional retailers, contributing to a steady erosion in industry-wide turnover. These trends have shifted the structure ... Read More

  • 2025 Global: Reproduction Of Sound On Gramophone Records Products-Manufacturing Forecast (2031) report

    ... the period 2020 through 2031. Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2020 to 2031 ... Read More

  • 2025 Global: Reproduction Of Sound On Compact Discs Products-Manufacturing Forecast (2031) report

    ... the period 2020 through 2031. Perry/Hope Partners' reports provide the most accurate industry forecasts based on our proprietary economic models. Our forecasts project the product market size nationally and by regions for 2020 to 2031 ... Read More

  • Music Management & Promotion (UK) - Industry Report

    ... failure • Seek out the most attractive acquisition opportunities • Analyse industry trends • Benchmark their own financial performance Using an exclusive methodology, a quick glance of this Music Management & Promotion (UK) report will ... Read More

  • Audio Publishing (UK) - Industry Report

    ... the most attractive acquisition opportunities • Analyse industry trends • Benchmark their own financial performance Using an exclusive methodology, a quick glance of this Audio Publishing (UK) report will tell you the companies that have ... Read More

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