Kanjian
Music rights management and distribution platform for China.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | CNY10.0m | Series A | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Headquartered in Shanghai, Kanjian is a managed services company focused on the Chinese and global music industry. The company was founded in 2012. Kanjian offers an end-to-end platform for royalty administration and collection, covering digital distribution, publishing, synchronization, public performance, neighboring rights, and copyright protection. This allows organizations of all sizes, including independent artists, major labels, publishers, and management companies, to manage their music assets.
The company's business model is centered on a revenue-sharing agreement, where it takes a 20% commission from the revenue generated by the music it distributes, with no upfront subscription fees. Kanjian's distribution network includes over 300 digital stores and services worldwide, reaching an estimated one billion listeners. In addition to traditional streaming platforms, the company delivers music to karaoke apps, fitness apps, podcasts, and other digital services. For corporate clients, Kanjian provides tailored solutions for various industries, including advertising, smart appliances, and entertainment, offering services like bulk music licensing, copyright clearance, and artist collaborations. Some of their clients include Huawei, Air China, and Chevrolet.
Kanjian offers several key products. Kanjian Starcast is a platform for commercial exploitation and royalty collection across numerous digital service providers. Kanjian Starlink serves as an integrated solution for businesses to license production and commercial music assets. The company also provides Kanjian Promotion, a service focused on marketing and PR within the Chinese market, utilizing strategies like influencer collaborations and playlist pitching.
Keywords: music rights management, digital music distribution, royalty collection, copyright protection, music licensing, China music market, artist services, label services, sync licensing, music promotion, publishing administration, neighboring rights, content monetization, digital service providers, revenue sharing, Kanjian Starcast, Kanjian Starlink
