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Financial Modelling Tool for Music Labels

Running a music label is a constant blur of business. You have to juggle artist releases, their royalties, any touring revenue, and more. Being able to stay on top of your cash flow and understanding how future projects will impact your bottom line is key to success. Brixx gives music labels the power to forecast finances, explore scenarios, and make smarter business decisions backed by real numbers.

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We are working on creating this template in Brixx. Although it isn’t available just yet, you can follow the guidance below to help get started. If you need any further assistance, don’t hesitate to get in touch – we’re here to help!

Project Setup

  • Project name: AutoTune Music Label
  • Time period: Monthly (to track releases, royalties, touring cycles, etc.)
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Income Components

  • Component: Music Sales & Streaming
    • Sub-components:
      • Streaming Revenue – Spotify, Apple Music, etc. (£3,000/month)
      • Digital Downloads – Bandcamp, iTunes, etc. (£500/month)
      • Physical Sales – Vinyl, CDs, etc. (£1,000/month)

 

  • Component: Live Performance & Merch
    • Sub-components:
      • Live Gig Revenue (2 gigs/month at £1,500/gig = £3,000/month)
      • Merchandise Sales (T-shirts, posters, etc. = £1,200/month)

 

  • Component: Licensing & Royalties
    • Sub-components:
      • Sync Licensing (TV/Film/Game placements) – £6,000/quarter (avg. £2,000/month)
      • Performance Royalties (PRS, ASCAP) – £800/month
      • Publishing Royalties – £1,500/month
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Expenditure Components

  • Component: Artist & Production Costs
    • Sub-components:
      • Artist Advances (spread across contract term: e.g., £20,000/album, £1,667/month over 12 months)
      • Studio Rental & Equipment Hire (£1,000/month)
      • Producer/Mixing/Mastering Fees (£2,000/month, project-based)

 

  • Component: Operational & Distribution Costs
    • Sub-components:
      • Digital Distribution Fees (e.g., DistroKid, Tunecore) – £300/month
      • Physical Distribution Costs (pressing, packaging, postage) – £800/month
      • Royalties Paid to Artists (e.g., 50% of streaming income = £1,500/month)

 

  • Component: Marketing & Admin
    • Sub-components:
      • PR/Marketing Campaigns (£2,000/month)
      • Music Video Production (£6,000 per video, assumed every 3 months = £2,000/month avg.)
      • Graphic Design & Branding (£500/month)
      • Admin, Legal, & Accounting (£1,200/month)
      • Subscription Tools (DAW licenses, CRM tools, Brixx!) – £150/month
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Asset Components

  • Component: Fixed Assets
    • Sub-components:
      • Recording Studio Equipment (£25,000, depreciated over 5 years)
      • Office Furniture & Computers (£5,000, depreciated over 3 years)
      • Company Van for Touring (£12,000, depreciated over 4 years)

 

  • Component: Current Assets
    • Sub-components:
      • Cash Reserves (£10,000 starting + monthly surplus)
      • Accounts Receivable (Unpaid sync deals, royalties, etc.)
      • Merchandise Inventory (£4,000 stock value)
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Funding Components

  • Component: Initial Investment
    • Sub-components:
      • Founder Equity Injection (£50,000)

 

  • Component: Label Deal or Grant Funding
    • Sub-components:
      • Arts Council Grant (£20,000 – received in Q1)
      • Independent Label Investment (£30,000 – equity based)

 

  • Component: Loan
    • Sub-components:
      • Equipment Financing (£15,000 at 6% over 3 years = ~£456/month)
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Scenario Planning in Brixx

  • Royalty Rate Adjustments
    • Model artist contract changes (e.g., from 50% to 60% royalty splits)

 

  • Album Release Schedule
    • Delay a release by 3 months and assess the impact on income & cash flow

 

  • Tour Cancelation
    • Remove 1-2 months of live gig revenue and test resilience

 

  • Viral Hit Scenario
    • Model a spike in streaming revenue (e.g., £20,000 in a month) to forecast impact on future investments and scaling
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Dashboard & Reporting

  • Cash Flow Report
    • Monthly income vs. expenditure, highlighting net operating surplus or loss

 

  • Balance Sheet
    • Track studio equipment value, cash reserves, and loan obligations

 

  • Profit & Loss Statement
    • Revenue by source (streaming, live, licensing) vs. detailed expenses

 

  • Custom KPIs
    • Cost per Streamed Track
    • Return on Marketing Investment
    • Artist Profitability per Release
    • Net Revenue per Gig
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Who can use this Brixx template?

  • Independent record labels
  • Music publishers
  • Label managers and financial planners

Brixx is a great tool for:

  • Anyone managing finances for a music label, from budgeting album campaigns to tracking artist payments
  • Music entrepreneurs, accountants, or team members overseeing income, touring costs, studio time, and royalties

What are the benefits for music labels?

  • Designed for the music industry, this template supports a full financial view—from production costs to revenue from streaming, sales, and licensing
  • Easily model income from different sources like album sales, live performances, and sync deals
  • Visualise projections with charts and reports that make complex finances easy to understand
  • Quickly test scenarios such as signing new artists, launching marketing campaigns, or changing tour schedules
  • Adjust your financial strategy on the fly with instant feedback on how decisions will impact profitability

Strategic forecasting in Brixx

  • Estimating income from music sales, streaming, merchandise, and live events
  • Demonstrating projected revenue to attract investors or secure funding
  • Budgeting for studio costs, music videos, PR campaigns, and touring logistics
  • Planning financial resources for new releases or artist development
  • Understanding how market shifts (e.g., streaming trends or touring costs) will affect your bottom line
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"The ability to just hit a few buttons and move things in and out of the forecast means that you can identify the impact of an income stream or project in moments."

Malcolm, Naked Accounting

Start forecasting your label’s future with Brixx today!

For music labels, financial modelling is more than just number crunching – it’s a roadmap to growth. Brixx helps you predict costs, track revenue from multiple channels, and assess the viability of future releases or tours. With clear forecasts and powerful scenario testing, you’ll be ready to take your next big step with confidence.

With over two decades of expertise in business modelling, Brixx is a trusted partner for planning in the creative industries. From budgeting debut albums to evaluating multi-artist rosters, our tools help music labels stay financially sharp and strategically focused.

Discover the power of financial clarity with Brixx’s financial forecasting software and give your music label the edge it deserves.

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