A sub-publisher in music publishing is a company or entity that handles the licensing, administration, and collection of royalties for a musical work in a specific territory outside the original publisher’s home country. Sub-publishers are typically used by music publishers to manage local rights, ensure proper registration with local collection societies, and maximize income in foreign markets. In exchange, the sub-publisher takes a percentage of the royalties generated in that territory before sending the remainder back to the original publisher. This arrangement is especially beneficial for global music distribution and royalty collection.
