The era of the independent musician is NOW.

Your songs are your assets.

The more you invest, the greater your return.

OCM is on a mission to educate, empower, and showcase independent artists and songwriters. We are here to help you make smart investments in your own music journey!

OCM ACADEMY

Building your business as an independent musician?

OCM provides free educational resources in multiple formats.

Understanding Music Royalties: A Guide to the Different Types, How They’re Generated, and Who Collects Them

Music royalties are an important income stream, but if your music is not registered correctly in the right places, you're missing your $$$.

Feb 1312 min read

EPKs and One Sheets: Marketing Must-Haves for Independent Artists

EPKs and one sheets are essential to your growth as an independent artist and can get you connected to the right people.

Jan 33 min read

What Every Independent Musician Should Know About Music Copyrights in the U.S.

There are two different music copyrights. A musical work copyright protects a song’s composition (lyrics, melody, arrangement), and a sou...

Oct 22, 202422 min read

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OCM SHOWCASE

Artist and songwriter interviews, song reviews, event recaps, and more.

Album Review & Interview: Itz Jaleel Keeps It REAL

When an artist names their project REAL, you expect authenticity, and rising hip-hop artist Itz Jaleel delivers exactly that.

Mar 274 min read

Event Recap: HAF & DIFFERENTLY 2024 Artist Showcase – October 18, 2024

It was an uplifting night for independent music at Topgolf Nashville’s venue The Cowan this past weekend, where newly formed non-profit...

Oct 23, 20243 min read

OCM Playlist

Follow the CURATED by OCM playlist on Spotify,

featuring the independent artists we can't stop vibing to.

OCM Services

OnSight Collective Music proudly offers publishing admin and copyright registration services for

US-based musicians.

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