Introducing ROC Nation Distribution
• Roc Nation announces the merger of its Roc Nation Label and Equity Distribution (EQ) divisions to form ROC Nation Distribution, a platform and destination for artists, led by the artist’s needs, interest and focus.
As the release states, “By merging these divisions, blending the business and recreating the formula, ROC Nation distribution will sign up any artist at any time to allow creatives to avail themselves of technology, music business expertise and freedom. ROC Nation Distribution is a hybrid, offering a unique blend of services. Artists who partner with ROC Nation distribution are independent, retain ownership of their master’s and creative control of their art. Artists also receive data analytics from a proprietary dashboard and have the ability to opt into various services across the company. We will sign all artists in all genres around the world.”
The release continues, “Roc Nation was founded with an independent spirit and an artist-first mentality. The formation of ROC Nation Distribution is a natural transition in the music space. The mission is to support and empower independent artists while providing them the tools and services to distribute their music. All artists signed to Roc Nation Label will join and benefit from the new ROC Nation Distribution structure.”
Billboard reports that, as part of this merger, Shari Bryant has stepped down as co-President of Roc Nation’s record label. To join ROC Nation Distribution, please visit rocnation.com/signup.
