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Artist Collective Model

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Groups of artists band together to promote and support each other's work. This can include shared resources, collaborative marketing, and group events.

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Superfan Model

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Catering to the most dedicated fans by offering exclusive experiences, content, or merchandise, ensuring a more stable and engaged fan base.

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Merchandising Model

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Selling band-branded items like t-shirts, hats, or posters. This provides additional revenue and promotes the artist.

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Direct-To-Fan Model

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Artists sell their music, merchandise, or tickets directly to fans without the need for intermediaries, often using digital platforms.

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Freemium Model

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Offers basic services for free while charging for advanced features. In music, this might mean an ad-supported service with an option for ad-free listening at a premium.

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360 Deal

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A business relationship where the label shares in multiple revenue streams of an artist, not just music sales, but also live performances, merchandise, endorsements, etc.

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Licensing Model

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Artists or record labels grant permission to use their music in films, TV, commercials, video games, etc., in exchange for a fee.

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Sheet Music Sales Model

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Composers and songwriters earn revenue by selling the sheet music of their compositions, either physically or digitally.

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Live Performance Model

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Musicians earn revenue through ticket sales for live performances and concerts, an essential revenue stream for many artists.

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Advertising-Based Model

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Revenue generated through ads displayed to the user. Free music streaming services use this model, interrupting playback with commercials.

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Content Creator Partnership Model

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Artists collaborate with content creators or influencers to promote their music on platforms like YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram, helping reach new audiences.

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Crowdfunding Model

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Artists fund their projects by raising money from a large number of people, typically via the internet. Can be used to produce albums, tours, or merchandise.

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Digital Sales Model

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Revenue from the sale of digital copies of music tracks or albums through online platforms. This model is being overshadowed by streaming.

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Fan-Funded Model

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Similar to crowdfunding, where fans contribute directly to the financial support of an artist's projects in exchange for rewards or experiences.

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Sync Licensing Model

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Earns revenue by licensing music for use in media such as TV, movies, advertisements, and video games. Each use requires a separate license.

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Performance Royalties Model

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Artists and songwriters earn money when their music is performed publicly, including radio, TV, or live venues, collected by Performance Rights Organizations (PROs).

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Subscription Model

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Users pay a recurring fee to access a product or service, which in the music industry usually means unlimited streaming of tracks.

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Vinyl Sales Model

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Artists release music on vinyl records, catering to audiophiles and collectors. Vinyl sales can offer higher profit margins than digital formats.

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Touring Model

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Revenue is generated primarily from performing live. Includes ticket sales, VIP experiences, and sometimes a share of merchandise sold at the venue.

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Record Label Contract Model

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Artists sign with a label which then handles the production, marketing, and distribution of their music, sometimes offering advances against future earnings.

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