How much do recording artists make per album sold?
I’m sure they make a different amount for physical and digital albums sold. Or do they?
How much do recording artists make per album sold?
I’m sure they make a different amount for physical and digital albums sold. Or do they?
Why would they? On average, artists make 6 cents per unit (CD) sold.
First off, the songwriter makes more than the bandmembers. How much depends on the structure of the contracts with the record company, publishers, and distributors. Most artists don’t actually make any money till they have had two hit albums, because they owe so much money to the record company.