MRM India
At MRM India, we are dedicated to transforming the music industry by addressing and solving the complex issues related to metadata and royalty collection. Our mission is to ensure that every artist, composer, and publisher receives what they are rightfully owed whenever their music is performed.
Our Vision
Founded on the principles of fairness and precision, MRM India tackles the challenges presented by India's diverse languages, cultures, and musical traditions. We strive to navigate these complexities to maximize income for music creators and rights holders across the country.
What We Do
MRM India works extensively with publishers, music labels, and artists to manage and maximize their income from various sources:
- Sound Recording (Master)
- Publishing Administration
Our services amplify revenue streams from:
- Performance Rights Organizations (PROs) – managing income generated from compositions and lyrics.
- Neighbouring Rights Organizations – supporting both labels and featured/non-featured artists.
Technological Edge
We introduced acoustic fingerprinting technology in 2018, a robust solution designed to recognize audio content despite variations in quality or distortions. This technology is crucial for copyright monitoring, broadcasting monitoring, audio indexing, and integration with music recognition applications like Shazam.
Growth and Impact
Since the amendment of the Copyright Act in 2012, we have seen a significant boost in the efficiency of royalty collection in India. The landscape of royalty systems has evolved with the growth of digital streams and sales, making the collection process more trackable and transparent than ever before. Our efforts have helped leading artists in the industry to more than double their royalty earnings.
Our Commitment
MRM India personalizes and automates the royalty collection process, ensuring new sources of income for our clients through performance, mechanical, and neighbouring rights. Regular audits and updates keep our clients informed and in control of their rights and earnings.
At MRM India, we are committed to ensuring that every note of music played rewards its creator. Join us in our journey to reshape the future of music royalties in India.
Shirley Singh
1. Early Career and Foundation of Joshua Inc
Sherley Singh's foray into the music industry began with the establishment of Joshua Inc, one of the first digital recording studios in Mumbai, which she started with her husband, Raju Singh. The studio hosted a roster of India's top artists from the 90s, including Sonu Nigam, Hariharan, Sunidhi Chauhan, Shreya Ghoshal, and Udit Narayan, among many others. Joshua Inc also became a central hub for creative collaborations with a wide array of actors and creative professionals from across the country, as well as numerous international acts. The studio facilitated projects that supported Bollywood tours around the world, featuring stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar, and extended its services to film productions from various parts of India. This pioneering studio was operational 24/7 for 20 years, setting a benchmark in digital music production during its era.
2. Kangabeat and Educational Music Albums
Under her label and publishing company Kangabeat, Sherley produced 26 educational music albums targeted at children. Expanding her influence in creative and educational content, she also produced plays and took them across the country, offering innovative audio-visual experiences that merged music with theatre. This initiative provided children with engaging and educational entertainment, blending artistic performance with learning.
3. Development of Joshua Inc - Royalties
Coming from a musical family—her husband Raju Singh, father-in-law Charanjit Singh, and their children, Rachel Singh and Joshua Singh, are all musicians—Sherley began managing royalties initially for her husband. Raju Singh has an extensive repertoire of soundtracks for TV and movies in India. As Sherley collated his works, she also started assisting his colleagues, including prominent figures like Javed Akhtar and Salim-Sulaiman, which gradually evolved into a business. Recognizing the potential in this area, she formally established Joshua Inc - Royalties in 2008. The company has grown to represent some of the biggest names in the Indian music industry, significantly improving the infrastructure and policies for artist royalties. Sherley’s in-depth understanding of the systems, partly from her consultancy at IPRS, enabled her to help artists draw four to five times what they initially expected in royalty collections over time.
4. Philanthropy and Other Businesses
In addition to her influential role in the music industry, Sherley Singh has made significant contributions to philanthropy and other business sectors. She has been actively involved in managing three BMC schools for the past eight years, enhancing educational opportunities for underprivileged children in Mumbai. Moreover, she owns Just Kerala, a renowned restaurant known for its authentic Kerala cuisine, which has established a strong following over more than a decade. She also manages Hotel Samraj, further showcasing her versatility and entrepreneurial spirit in the hospitality industry.