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A2IM helps independent music labels improve business by promoting access and parity through advocacy, education and connection-building with one another and affiliated businesses.
The Independent Music Sector has introduced, developed and supported nearly every new musical form which has impacted our society since the beginning of the recording industry. In the present day – perhaps more than ever – the independents are vital to the continued advancement of cultural diversity and innovation in music.
A2IM is a not-for-profit trade organization serving the Independent music community as a unified voice representing a sector that, according to Billboard Magazine, comprises over 35.1% of the music industry’s market share in the United States. The organization represents the Independents’ interests in the marketplace, in the media, on Capitol Hill, and as part of the global music community.
A2IM is a Non-Profit Corporation operated by and for the benefit of its Members.
The Independent Music Sector has introduced, developed and supported nearly every new musical form which has impacted our society since the beginning of the recording industry. In the present day – perhaps more than ever – the independents are vital to the continued advancement of cultural diversity and innovation in music.
A2IM is a not-for-profit trade organization serving the Independent music community as a unified voice representing a sector that, according to Billboard Magazine, comprises over 35.1% of the music industry’s market share in the United States. The organization represents the Independents’ interests in the marketplace, in the media, on Capitol Hill, and as part of the global music community.
A2IM is a Non-Profit Corporation operated by and for the benefit of its Members.
Overview
Location
United States, New York
Employees
1-10
Phone
+1 646-692-4877
Founded date
2005
Mentions in press and media 9
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| Jun 6, 2023 | Rightscorp Taps Indie Labels to Fuel New Wave of Piracy Settlement Action | At a time when a limited number of rightsholders were demanding thousands of dollars from alleged BitTorrent pirates, Rightscorp focused on the budget end of the market. By attaching settlement demands to DMCA notices sent to ISPs, Rightsco... |
| Aug 18, 2022 | A2IM and Cosynd Announce Partnership to Make Copyright Protection a Priority for Independent Music | A2IM and Cosynd announce a partnership to make copyright protection a priority for the independent recorded music sector. Cosynd to provide A2IM’s community of 700+ record labels & publishers the ability to automate copyright agreements... |
| Dec 10, 2021 | How to promote your music online: content creation tips and resources for musicians | How to promote your music online: content creation tips and resources for musicians Like many aspects of our professional and social lives, the promotion and distribution of music now largely happens online. While many aspects of the online... |
| Jul 30, 2015 | RIAA and Friends Accuse CNET of Hosting ‘Pirate’ Software | Despite growing revenue streams from digital music, the music industry still sees online piracy as a significant threat. This week a coalition of 16 music groups including the RIAA, the American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) and t... |
| Jun 18, 2015 | Apple Music shouldn't steal artist royalties | For a company that generates more profits than any other ($18 billion during fiscal first quarter 2015), sits on a cash horde of nearly $200 billion, and has the gall to charge $150 for a watchband, stinginess is an unbecoming trait. Scratc... |
| Dec 3, 2012 | First Amendment Concerns About Internet Radio Bill Not Just Overblown But Completely Backwards | I’ve been tossing around a longish blog post about some of the controversy concerning the Internet Radio Fairness Act (IRFA) over the past month or so, but haven’t had a chance to put it all down in a blog post. I did, however, wish to pick... |
| Dec 7, 2010 | Anti-Piracy Campaign Clothes, Now For Babies | Educating the most easily influenced members of society is what our world is built upon, so it comes as little surprise that when planning for the future, guiding the youth in a particular direction is a useful strategy. Over the last few y... |
| Jul 7, 2009 | Pandora lives! SoundExchange cuts deal on webcasting rates | reader comments 29 with 23 posters participating Share this story Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Reddit The long, strange saga surrounding webcaster royalty payments is (mercifully) over after a multiyear fight. Back in 2007, t... |
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FAQ about A2IM
When was A2IM founded?
A2IM was founded in 2005.
What has the press written about A2IM?
Parsers VC has collected 9 articles mentioning A2IM, among them “Rightscorp Taps Indie Labels to Fuel New Wave of Piracy Settlement Action” (Jun 6, 2023) and “A2IM and Cosynd Announce Partnership to Make Copyright Protection a Priority for Independent Music” (Aug 18, 2022).
Is A2IM still active?
Yes, A2IM is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Aug 14, 2025.