Downtown Music Holdings is a global music company that operates across multiple areas of the music industry, including music publishing, distribution, label services, and artist management. It was founded in 2007 by Justin Kalifowitz and is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles, Nashville, London, Amsterdam, Tokyo, and Sydney.
Downtown Music's music publishing division represents a diverse catalog of songs and songwriters, including hits like "All About That Bass" by Meghan Trainor and "Shape of You" by Ed Sheeran. The company's distribution and label services division provides support for independent labels and artists, helping them to release and promote their music across multiple platforms.
In addition to its publishing and distribution services, Downtown Music also has a dedicated artist management division that represents a roster of up-and-coming artists across various genres of music. The company's management team provides a range of services to its clients, including tour management, branding, and marketing.
Downtown Music has grown rapidly since its founding, and in 2020 it acquired a majority stake in CD Baby, a leading independent music distributor. The company has also partnered with other major players in the music industry, including the Universal Music Group and Spotify, to expand its reach and influence in the global music market.
