Can Your Catalogue Fund Your Next Single?

The cost of a new single adds up quickly: recording, mixing, mastering, artwork, and promotion. If your existing catalogue generates consistent royalty income, a catalogue advance can give you access to part of that future income now.

What is a catalogue advance?

A catalogue advance is an upfront payment based on the past earnings of music you have already released. A portion of the future royalties from the tracks included in the agreement goes towards recouping the advance.

For example, if an earlier EP continues to generate steady income, an advance against those royalties could help cover the costs of recording your next single. With Kahuna Music, you retain %100 ownership of your songs and masters.

Work out what you need

Start by mapping out the cost of the release:

• Production and studio time: $800

• Mixing and mastering: $650

• Cover artwork: $200

• Promotion: $350

• Total: $2,000

If you already have $500 set aside, your funding gap is $1,500. That gives you a clear benchmark for evaluating an offer.

What to check before accepting an offer

The advance amount is only one part of the decision. Before you agree, make sure you understand:

• Which tracks are included in the agreement

• What share of royalties will go towards recoupment

• The total amount to be recouped

• When the agreement ends

• How much royalty income you will continue to receive each month

A catalogue advance can help turn the income from music you have already released into funding for what comes next. If you have a new release planned, explore catalogue funding with Kahuna Music.