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Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Partners with Musicow to Launch Groundbreaking Music Equity Service in the U.S.

January 25, 2025

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Jay-Z continues to innovate and redefine the music industry with a new partnership between Roc Nation and South Korean fintech company Musicow. Together, they are introducing the first-ever Music Equity Service Provider in the United States, offering fans the opportunity to own a share of their favorite songs and earn revenue generated from sales.

This groundbreaking initiative will allow artists to fractionalize their royalty revenue, selling shares of their tracks to individual investors. It’s a move designed to empower both creators and fans, fostering a more inclusive music ecosystem.

“The music industry is evolving into a shared ecosystem where fans and creators can earn together,” said Roc Nation Vice Chairman Jay Brown in an interview with Billboard. “Our mission is not only to support and empower artists by providing the tools and services they need to build a better music ecosystem but also to give everyone access to the financial opportunities the music industry offers.”

Musicow CEO Woo Rhee echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the transformative potential of this collaboration. “[This partnership is an] incredible opportunity to drive innovation and redefine the future of our industry. I’m confident that together, we have the vision, expertise, and enthusiasm to create transformative progress and unlock limitless potential,” he said.

The Musicow platform is expected to launch in Q1 2025, although an exact date has yet to be announced. Early adopters who express interest in the service may receive a $10 credit toward their Musicow wallet, providing an incentive to join this new wave of music investment.

This partnership is the latest in Roc Nation’s efforts to revolutionize the music industry. In August 2024, the company announced that independent artists partnering with Roc Nation Distribution would retain ownership of their masters while gaining access to tools, analytics, and expertise to thrive in the digital music era.

 

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