Publishing Services
A per-composition deal: songwriter keeps 100% of the Writer's Share, Publisher's Share splits 50/50 between RDOCM and the songwriter's publishing entity. Includes reversion trigger if RDOCM fails to generate commercial use within any 36-month rolling window, with automatic balance forgiveness on reversion. No cross-collateralization; mutual creative approval required.
This 12-month developmental agreement requires the songwriter to deliver a minimum of 3.5 commercially viable songs per quarter. The royalty structure mirrors our standard co-publishing deal, granting the writer 100% of the Writer's Share and 50% of the Publisher's Share (75% total). Compensation is strictly royalty-based with no upfront draws, allowing writers to prove their output.
Reserved for proven creators, this 12-month agreement provides an $800 weekly draw against future royalties. In exchange, the writer must deliver a minimum of 7 fully completed, studio-quality original compositions per quarter. The songwriter maintains our favorable 75% total publishing royalty split (100% Writer’s Share and 50% Publisher’s Share) across all delivered works.
Submission Disclaimer
No Guarantee of Partnership: Submitting a song for consideration does not guarantee a contract or any form of partnership. A formal working relationship with Red Dirt Oil Co. Music is only established upon the full execution of a written agreement.
Independent Contractor Status: All songwriters engaged by the Company are considered Independent Contractors. As such, you are not required to work specific hours or at a specific location, provided you meet the production requirements outlined in your individual contract.
Production Over Presence: Our focus is on the delivery of high-quality, commercially viable compositions. Contractors maintain full control over their creative process and schedule.
Label Services
An exclusive recording and distribution deal built for emerging artists ready to build momentum. Over 18 months, you'll release a structured catalog of 20 tracks — including singles, an EP, and two full LPs — all on a milestone-driven schedule designed to maximize algorithmic reach and audience growth. RDOC-Music funds production and marketing for every release. You retain copyright of your masters throughout, and any unrecouped balance is fully forgiven at the end of the term. Governed by Massachusetts law.
Built for artists committed to a deeper creative partnership, the Anchor Agreement gives you 30 months and a 30-track release roadmap — singles, EPs, and LPs paced to build a lasting catalog and loyal fanbase. RDOC-Music funds and supports every release from start to finish, with a weekly draw to keep you focused on the music. You retain copyright of your masters from day one, and seven years from the date you part ways with RDOC-Music, full and unconditional control of your masters returns to you entirely. Governed by Massachusetts law.
Submission Disclaimer
No Guarantee of Partnership: Submitting a song for consideration does not guarantee a contract or any form of partnership. A formal working relationship with Red Dirt Oil Co. Music is only established upon the full execution of a written agreement.
Independent Contractor Status: All songwriters engaged by the Company are considered Independent Contractors. As such, you are not required to work specific hours or at a specific location, provided you meet the production requirements outlined in your individual contract.
Production Over Presence: Our focus is on the delivery of high-quality, commercially viable compositions. Contractors maintain full control over their creative process and schedule.
About
our company
Red Dirt Oil Co. Music is an independent country, Americana, and roots music label and publishing company based in Massachusetts, with a roster built across a nineteen-state footprint stretching from the Texas plains to the New England coast.
We exist to do one thing differently — put the artist first. Every deal we offer is structured as a joint venture, not a traditional record contract. You keep your masters, you share in the profits, and seven years after we part ways, everything comes back to you. No fine print. No surprises.
We find the talent. We fund the records. We work the rooms, the radio, and the algorithm — so you can stay focused on the music.
Red Dirt Oil Co. Music. Built on grit, tenacity, and undeniable commitment to the long haul.
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