We Buy Music Catalogues
Unlock the value in your music. We purchase whole catalogues or individual songs — providing a lump sum payment for your royalty-generating assets.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for catalogue acquisition, your catalogue or song must meet all of the following criteria.
Minimum 7 Years Old
The catalogue or individual song must have been commercially released for at least 7 years. This ensures a stable, proven earnings history that can be reliably assessed.
Earns Over £25,000/Year
The catalogue or song must generate more than £25,000 per year in combined royalties across all income streams. This is assessed as a rolling 3-year average where possible.
Whole Catalogue or Single Song
We buy whole catalogues or individual songs. You decide what you want to sell. Partial catalogue sales (e.g. a specific album or era) are also considered.
Clear Copyright Ownership
You must own or co-own the copyright and be able to demonstrate clear title. Co-owned catalogues can be sold with the consent of all rights holders.
UK or International Catalogue
We primarily acquire catalogues registered with UK collection societies (PRS, MCPS, PPL). International catalogues are considered on a case-by-case basis.
No Active Disputes
The catalogue must be free from active ownership disputes, litigation, or unresolved claims. Catalogues with historical disputes that have been resolved are considered.
Quick Eligibility Check
Check if your catalogue or song might qualify for acquisition.
What Royalties Count?
The £25,000 annual threshold is calculated across all qualifying royalty income streams. Here's what is and isn't included.
The £25,000 threshold is assessed as a rolling 3-year average where possible, to account for year-on-year fluctuations.
How We Value Your Catalogue
Catalogue valuation is based on a multiple of annual royalty earnings. The multiple applied depends on several key factors.
Typical Valuation Multiples
Indicative ranges — actual multiples depend on full due diligence
Earnings Consistency
Catalogues with stable or growing earnings over 3–5 years attract higher multiples than those with volatile or declining income.
Catalogue Age
Older catalogues (10–20+ years) with proven longevity typically command higher multiples. Very recent catalogues (7–10 years) are assessed more conservatively.
Territory of Income
Income from multiple territories (UK, US, EU) is valued more highly than income concentrated in a single market.
Sync Potential
Catalogues with strong sync placement history or high sync potential (film, TV, advertising) attract premium valuations.
Streaming Trajectory
Catalogues with growing streaming numbers — particularly on Spotify and Apple Music — are valued more favourably than those in decline.
Genre & Cultural Relevance
Catalogues in genres with strong catalogue demand (soul, R&B, pop, hip-hop) or with cultural significance attract stronger interest.
The Acquisition Process
A clear, transparent 8-step process from initial enquiry to completion — typically 4–8 weeks.
Initial Enquiry
Contact us with details of your catalogue or song — title(s), release date(s), collection society registrations, and your current annual royalty earnings.
Eligibility Check
We confirm whether your catalogue meets our minimum criteria: 7+ years old, £25k+ annual royalties, clear ownership, and no active disputes.
Earnings Verification
We request 3 years of royalty statements from your collection societies (PRS, MCPS, PPL) and/or publisher to verify income history.
Valuation
We conduct a thorough valuation based on historical earnings, future earning potential, sync potential, streaming trajectory, and market conditions.
Offer
We present a fair, transparent offer with a full breakdown of how the valuation was reached. You're under no obligation to accept and can take time to consider.
Legal Due Diligence
Legal and financial due diligence is carried out to verify ownership, earnings history, and that the catalogue is free from disputes or encumbrances.
Contracts
Sale and purchase agreements are drafted and reviewed by both parties' legal representatives. We strongly recommend you instruct an independent music solicitor.
Completion & Payment
Contracts are signed, payment is made in full, and the catalogue is transferred. The full process typically takes 4–8 weeks from initial enquiry.
Independent Legal Advice
We strongly recommend that all sellers seek independent legal advice from a qualified music industry solicitor before completing any catalogue sale. Fox Music Consultancy can provide referrals to trusted music law professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Discuss Your Catalogue?
Get in touch with our team to begin the assessment process. All enquiries are handled in strict confidence.