Your independent, strategic and bespoke consultancy for neighbouring rights

Redefining neighbouring rights to bring you closer to this growing income stream.

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“After many years in this business, you learn how important it is to have the right people looking after your recordings. SoundAct's expertise and diligence have uncovered significant revenue that would otherwise have been left on the table or paid to the wrong parties, and they’ve ensured our recordings are properly registered worldwide so we’re collecting the public performance royalties our catalog deserves.”

—Nancy Sinatra
“SoundAct have been a great partner to Dirty Hit, managing our neighbouring rights efficiently across multiple territories and securing royalties that might otherwise have gone uncollected. Their clear reporting and reliable administration give us full confidence in how our rights are being handled. We’re happy to recommend SoundAct to any label or rights holder looking for an experienced neighbouring rights partner.”

—Dirty Hit
“We've worked with SoundAct for several years now and have found their knowledge around how to navigate the complex collections for deceased artists invaluable in unlocking income that would otherwise have not been paid out.”

—The Bon Scott Estate (late AC/DC lead singer)
“Having partners for indie labels that can navigate some of the more complex and time-consuming areas of our industry is critical to our success and full monetization of our assets. SoundAct has been an invaluable partner in the area of Neighboring Rights, adding value to our catalog and strengthening our company.”

—Hopeless Records
“From the outset SoundAct demonstrated professionalism, clear communication, and deep expertise in neighbouring rights administration. Most importantly, SoundAct delivered measurable results. Their transparent reporting and attention to detail give us confidence that Jack’s rights are being properly managed and monetized.”

—All On Red Management (Jack Antonoff)
“SoundAct has been vital for me as an artist running my own label, helping de-mystify neighboring rights and collecting revenue that I would easily have missed if I were doing this on my own.”

—Daudi Matsiko

What are neighbouring rights?

Neighbouring rights revenue is generated whenever recorded music is performed in public or broadcast on radio or TV.
It is a vital and consistently growing revenue stream for recorded music and generates more income for recorded music than synchronisation and downloads combined. It has been predicted that the market be worth $4billion by 2030.

Your bespoke solution

We provide bespoke, individually tailored neighbouring rights management solutions for performers, labels and their representatives.
Our independence from commercial agents and societies allows us to provide our clients with unbiased, honest advice and flexible solutions to ensure their revenue is maximised and there is no delay in money reaching their bank accounts.

No intermediaries, no delayed revenue,

just full control and transparency

Greater Control

We encourage our clients to keep 100% of their copyright. There’s no need to license your rights to a third party, as you might with an agent. We will recommend how we think you could best approach your neighbouring rights collections.
Quicker Payments

We set you up to receive 100% of your royalty directly from societies as soon as they distribute. This way you avoid extra waiting time to receive what you are due.
Improved Expertise

We have over 40 years experience and work with you to enhance your understanding of neighbouring rights. SoundAct’s independence guarantees you an unbiased, flexible and personalised approach. No cookie-cutter methods.
Realistic Cost Structure

We offer flexible fees to fit your requirements and budget. You only pay for the work that’s done.
Greater Transparency

We provide you with access to your data, documents and society portals, giving you visibility of the work we do on your behalf. So you can rest assured your neighbouring rights are in good hands.
Sustainable Solution

We work with you to create a flexible in-house collections model that is not reliant on third parties. Your registrations with societies persist beyond your work with us.