Absolute Label Services Unveils AI-Powered 'Music OS' for Indie Sector

Absolute Label Services has launched Anthology, an AI-powered business management platform dubbed 'Music OS', aimed at empowering independent music companies with advanced infrastructure.

The platform, which has been in development for five years and is already in use at Absolute's label services division, connects various aspects of music business operations, including global distribution, neighboring rights, marketing, financial reporting, and more. Anthology is powered by Ant, an LLM trained on Absolute's extensive music industry knowledge base.

Simon Wills, who co-manages Absolute, emphasizes that the technology is designed to enhance human capabilities rather than replace them. 'AI can monitor data 24/7, find anomalies, and spot opportunities or issues that might otherwise be missed,' he explains. 'This ultimately makes the human parts of music companies more valuable.'

Democratizing Music Infrastructure

Anthology is available in two formats: a bespoke environment for rightsholders with existing infrastructure and a label services relationship for those needing additional support. The platform's modularity and flexibility have already proven beneficial for early adopters like Blue Raincoat Music and Cherry Red Records, saving them significant time and effort.

Wills believes that the music industry must adopt a more tech-centric approach to keep up with the demands of modern business. 'We need to build technology from the inside out, based on what rights holders, artists, and music teams actually need,' he states.

What this means for you

Anthology represents a significant step towards democratizing advanced music business infrastructure for independent artists and labels. By providing access to AI-powered tools that streamline operations and enhance decision-making, Absolute is leveling the playing field and enabling independents to compete more effectively in the digital age.

As the platform continues to evolve, it promises to offer even more sophisticated capabilities, further empowering independents to focus on what they do best: creating and promoting great music.

Source: Music Business Worldwide