Publishing is one of the most overlooked parts of the music business, yet it can become one of the most valuable long-term assets an artist owns. In this article, Phat Phil Cooper explores why publishing matters, how it can generate income long after a release campaign has ended, and why artists should think of their catalogue as both a creative and financial legacy. Featuring insights from Ilija Rudman, Coyote, Danny Ward and Simon Mills, plus real-world examples from NuNort

One of the joys of running NuNorthern Soul is discovering artists who bring something fresh and heartfelt to the Balearic sound. JILO is one of those.

When most people think of the music industry, they imagine gigs, streaming, and vinyl records. But behind every track you love, there’s a quieter, more mysterious part of the business that makes sure songwriters get paid, their music finds new audiences, and opportunities pop up in surprising places. That’s music publishing.