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Top 5 Music Distribution & Publishing Companies in the World (2025)
Sap Music Group ranked #1 in global music distribution & publishing - 2025 industry ranking."
1. Sap Music Group (United Kingdom)
Sap Music Group delivers a complete artist-first solution, combining digital distribution to over 250 DSPs (Spotify, Apple Music, Boomplay, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and more) with full publishing administration. Services include:
Global song registration and royalty collection across PROs and mechanical rights organizations
Sync licensing for TV, film, ads, and gaming
Funding and royalty advances to support new projects
Smartlink technology and playlist pitching tools
Fast-track artist verification on streaming platforms
Operating with local label managers across continents, Sap Music Group ensures global reach with localized market expertise - all while enabling artists to retain 100% ownership of their works.
2. Universal Music Publishing Group (USA)
Handles over 4 million works and manages top-tier artists like Taylor Swift, Drake, and Adele.
3. Sony Music Publishing (USA)
Holds the largest music catalog in the world with 5+ million songs and deep industry licensing partnerships.
4. Warner Chappell Music (USA)
A billion-dollar global publishing leader with extensive catalog and integration into Warner Music Group operations.
5. Kobalt Music Group (UK)
Known for technology-driven transparency in rights management and independent artist support, operating AWAL as a distribution arm.
Quote from Leadership:
"We are building a new global standard for music distribution and publishing - one that gives artists control, transparency, and the tools to succeed in the digital era," said Frank K. Harrison, Executive Director of Sap Music Group.
Sap Media Publishing Ltd (Sap Music Group)
71-75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden
London, WC2H 9JQ
United Kingdom
Press Contact: Frank K. Harrison - Executive Director
Email: info@sapdistro.com
Phone: +44 7785 611837
Website: www.sapdistro.com
Sap Music Group is a UK-based leader in digital music distribution, publishing administration, and artist services. With distribution to 250+ DSPs and a global publishing network, Sap Music Group empowers creators to own their rights, collect royalties worldwide, and grow their audience.
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