Our Vision. Our Mission. Our Legacy.
Amunson Audio’s mission is to empower independent artists by providing comprehensive support to advance their music careers. The company offers more than just distribution; it supplies artists with resources to grow, engage, and thrive in the industry. Whether an artist is just starting out or scaling up their career, Amunson Audio’s tools and guidance are designed to support their next steps and long-term success. The overarching goal is to champion independent talent, enabling artists to maintain control of their music while thriving creatively and commercially.
About Amunson Audio
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BBB Recognition
Amunson Audio was a nominee for the BBB Spark Award in 2024 and a finalist for the BBB Torch Award for Ethics in 2025, recognizing its commitment to ethical business practices and community involvement.
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Community Engagement
Patrick Amunson serves on the Music Board for the City of Rochester, Minnesota, contributing to the local music scene’s development and governance.
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Collaboration
Amunson Audio collaborates closely with the Campfire Music Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Minnesota that supports music education and community initiatives.
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Artistic Achievement
Under the alias Fireye, Patrick Amunson was a semi-finalist in the International Songwriting Competition for the song “Escape the City at Night,” showcasing the company’s creative endeavors and industry recognition.
Audience
Independent artists are the core target audience for Amunson Audio. All of its services and resources are crafted with the independent musician in mind. This includes singers, bands, producers, and songwriters who are not backed by major labels—essentially creatives who seek professional support while staying independent. The platform serves artists at various career stages, welcoming those just getting started as well as artists who are scaling their music careers.
Additionally, because Amunson Audio handles licensing and publishing, the business naturally interfaces with music supervisors, advertising agencies, and other media professionals who seek music for films, TV, ads, and games. Through its sync licensing services, Amunson Audio connects its artists with these industry segments. However, these industry professionals are partners in the licensing process rather than the primary customers—the artists remain the focal point of Amunson Audio’s target market.
All-in-One, In-House Services
The company offers a comprehensive suite of in-house services—including music production, global distribution, licensing, and more—all tailored for independent artists. By managing every aspect under one roof, Amunson Audio positions itself as a one-stop solution, streamlining the process for artists.
Artist Ownership
A defining value of Amunson Audio is its focus on artists retaining ownership of their work. The company sets itself apart from other music distribution services by providing the tools and support for artists to properly own their music. This white-label publishing model allows independent artists to reap the benefits of a publisher/label without surrendering their rights.
Holistic Support
Uniquely, Amunson Audio extends its services beyond the typical scope of music production and publishing. The team integrates educational programs and even mental health support into its offerings. For example, the company’s Music Therapy initiatives demonstrate a dedication to artists’ well-being, integrating mental health education with creative disciplines such as creative writing, music production, and songwriting.
What is Music Publishing?
Explaining Music Copyrights
What is a
Music Publisher?
In order to truly know what music publishing is, you first need to understand what music copyright is. Musicians copyright their music so that PROs know which songwriters (or copyright holders) are due money through publishing royalties whenever their music is played.
By registering for music copyrights you can safeguard original works of art, giving rights holders control over how their content is used, including performances and distribution.
The Sound Recording (Master Rights)
When artists talk about "owning their masters," they're referring to the copyrights of the original sound recordings—yep, the master rights, of that particular recording. Owning these means you get royalties anytime your version of that track is played or downloaded, be it through streaming services or online stores.
The Composition (Publishing Rights)
This refers to the music's underlying elements, like melody and chords—and maybe lyrics. Typically, the composer or songwriter holds these rights. Locking down your music’s copyright ensures you’re the one collecting those royalties!
Publishers ensure songwriters and composers get paid their due royalties worldwide. Although there are now dozens of different types of licenses there are three main types of royalties:
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Sync Licensing Royalties: From uses in ads, films, and games.
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Mechanical Royalties: From physical sales and digital streams.
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Performing Royalties: From live gigs to radio plays.