Partisan and OTM Merge: New Opportunities for Indie Artists

A Strategic Merger in the Music Publishing World

OTM Music, the independent publisher founded by Alex Sheridan, has merged with Partisan Music, an independent music group known for its Brooklyn-based label, Partisan Records. This move follows Partisan's acquisition of Firebird's stake in OTM, making Partisan the majority partner in the publishing business. OTM will now become the primary publishing arm of Partisan Music, integrating the team and roster of Left Music, a publishing company Partisan established in 2022 with Craig Michie.

Expanding Reach and Resources

The merger will create an enlarged operation with staff in key music hubs like London, Los Angeles, New York, and Paris. Notable artists on the combined roster include Leon Michels, Sudan Archives, and Metronomy's Joseph Mount. The leadership team, including Sheridan as CEO, Michie as President & Head of North America, and Kate Sweetsur as Head of A&R, will focus on creative and roster development.

Partisan's sync team will merge with OTM's to provide comprehensive services for the group's repertoire. This partnership aims to offer high-level creative services for music writers and publishing catalogs, similar to the services provided for recording artists.

What this means for you

The merger of Partisan and OTM signifies a significant development in the independent music publishing landscape. For indie artists, this means access to a larger, more diverse range of creative services and international opportunities. The combined expertise and resources of both companies promise to enhance support for writers and offer a 'Boutique at Scale' model.

As the music publishing market undergoes consolidation and technological advancements, this partnership positions itself as a strong contender, ready to navigate the evolving industry landscape.

Source: Music Business Worldwide