Ishtar Music is an Indian record label engaged in the acquisition, distribution and digital exploitation of music rights, with a catalogue spanning Hindi film music, regional Indian cinema soundtracks and non-film genres. The label operates in the recorded music segment of the Indian entertainment industry.
Key facts
| Name | Ishtar Music |
|---|---|
| Industry | Recorded music |
| Country | India |
| Type | Record label |
| Catalogue focus | Hindi and regional film soundtracks, non-film music |
Background
Indian record labels typically build their catalogues by acquiring soundtrack rights from film producers, commissioning original non-film recordings, and licensing music for use across radio, television, streaming platforms and digital download stores. Ishtar Music functions within this framework, distributing its catalogue through digital service providers and audio-video streaming platforms that serve the Indian market and the diaspora abroad.
Activities
- Release and distribution of film soundtracks.
- Licensing of recorded music for synchronisation, public performance and digital streaming.
- Publishing of music videos and audio content on online video platforms.
- Management of intellectual property rights in its catalogue.
Significance
Within the Indian music industry, labels such as Ishtar Music contribute to the preservation and continued circulation of soundtrack catalogues, particularly older recordings whose primary commercial life on physical formats has ended. By placing such material on streaming platforms, these labels extend the reach of legacy recordings to new audiences.
Related topics
- Music industry of India
- List of Indian record labels
- Bollywood music
- Indian Performing Right Society
- Phonographic Performance Limited
References
- Wikidata entry: Q96413748