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Rocket City Media stands as a leading authority in the film and television distribution industry, committed to expertly showcasing and delivering your creative works to audiences worldwide. With a robust network and a proven track record, we ensure that your art reaches its fullest potential on a global stage.
Connect with us now to explore your project requirements and discover how we can assist.
Submit Your Music for Sync Consideration
We look for tracks that are professionally mixed, emotionally compelling, and built for visual storytelling. Review will be based on sync potential, quality, and thematic usability.
Please note that not all submissions will be accepted — we maintain a curated catalog to ensure quality and placement viability.
If selected, we will contact you for next steps, including rights confirmation, clearance structure, and onboarding into our sync pitch pipeline.
Creative Excellence
Inspire and captivate a new audience
We help bring your music to life so you can engage your target fans.
Sync Consultation, (1) Hour
For Creative Innovators
Our Sync Consultation provides personalized guidance on preparing your music for film and TV licensing. We’ll help you identify your strongest sync-ready tracks, review your master/publishing rights, evaluate mix and format suitability, recommend metadata improvements, and discuss realistic placement opportunities within our catalog pipeline.
$125.00
None Artist Sync Fee
For Transformational Artists
Non-Roster Sync Representation Fee: (Per Submission) For artists who are not distributed through Rocket City Records or CEMA, this fee covers onboarding into our sync pitch pipeline, catalog ingestion, file management, metadata preparation, and administrative handling of rights and clearance documentation. This allows us to represent your music for film, TV, commercial, gaming, and media licensing opportunities on a non-exclusive basis.
$29.99
Full Catalog Ingestion (50+ Tracks)
For LABEL & PRODUCTION Innovators
For artists, producers, or labels with a large catalog of 50 or more tracks, this service includes bulk ingestion into our sync system, batch metadata formatting, multi-track tagging by mood/genre/tempo, instrumentals and alt-version processing, PRO verification, ownership validation, and complete catalog preparation for active sync pitching through the Rocket City / CEMA network. Ideal for catalogs intended for ongoing film/TV placement opportunities.
$1,500.00 (PER 50)
Partner with us
For CEMA Artists
Rocket City Records / CEMA Distribution offers free sync representation for artists signed or distributed through our platform for just $39.99/year and 10% of sync royalties. Includes free artist development, publishing admin through CEMA or SMP, and distribution to 200+ platforms worldwide — while you keep 100% of your rights.
$39.99
CEMA is pitching select, high-quality, independent tracks to be placed within AAA and mainstream video game franchises including Rockstar Games, Electronic Arts, Ubisoft, Sony Interactive, Activision Blizzard, Epic Games, and Square Enix. Selected tracks may be used in trailers, gameplay sequences, menu screens, cutscenes, in-game radio stations, and promotional media reaching tens of millions of players worldwide.
Music selected will become part of internal sound design libraries used by studio audio directors, editors, music supervisors, and implementation teams. In-game and promotional placement may also include on-screen crediting, digital soundtrack inclusion, and artist attribution (where applicable). Content providers, alongside Rocket City Records, include Sony, Universal, Warner, BMG, and other major licensors. High-energy, immersive, cinematic, thematic, and mood-driven tracks of all genres are welcome.
SUBMISSION DATES:
Currently Open for Submissions
GENRES ACCEPTED:
Cinematic, Trailer-style, Hybrid Orchestral, Dark Trap, Drill, Southern Hip-Hop, EDM, Synthwave, Cyberpunk, Score-style Ambient, Electronic, Alternative, Industrial, Latino, Metal, Rock Variants, and emotionally-driven thematic music suited for worldbuilding and player immersion.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA:
- Music must be professionally produced, mixed, and mastered
- Music must be cleared — no samples requiring secondary licensing
- Artist must own rights to master and composition
- Instrumentals and alt-versions highly preferred
COMPENSATION:
Compensation ranges from $4,500 – $25,000 USD depending on the studio, usage type, and quantity of tracks licensed. Payment may include upfront sync fees, backend royalties, soundtrack inclusion, promotional usage royalties, and PRO distribution through ASCAP/BMI/SESAC and international CMOs (SoundExchange, PPL UK, etc). Additional revenue opportunities may include trailer bonuses and extended media usage.
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SYNC
CEMA is currently pitching independent artists, musicians, composers, producers and music production teams for inclusion in an international micro-sync and commercial library. Approved tracks will be accessible by clients which include, but are not limited to, Nike, Netflix, Google, Mercedes, IKEA, Coca-Cola, Adobe and WiX. CEMA is pre-screening and pitching new talent for use in their in-house productions, TV aired commercials, social media micro commercials (YouTube), corporate internal promotions, TV Ads, Animations, TV Series and more.
The curators are seeking high-quality independent artists, publishers, composers, and producers that have existing tracks that can complement any type of mood, genre, or style to meet their creative needs. Fresh music, fresh creativity, and unique artistry are welcome.
SUBMISSION DATES:
Currently Open for Submissions
GENRES ACCEPTED:
Not genre specific. All tempos and styles will be accepted.
New musical styles and composers are added monthly.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA:
– Tracks must be well-produced, professional, and ready for broadcast licensing.
– Tracks must be appropriate for public performance and corporate usage.
– Artists must own/control all copyrights – no uncleared samples or covers.
COMPENSATION:
Licensing rates or per-use payment structures will be offered by the Library curators and legal team. Terms of compensation will be negotiated, mutually agreed upon, and approved by the copyright owners, composers and the company in writing. Upfront sync fees/buy-outs (for non-commercial use/production tracks) will vary based on the project as offered on a case-by-case basis. Royalties will be paid via your P.R.O. (Performance Rights Organization) where applicable. Details, deal memos, terms & conditions will be provided by the creative agency to those who make the final cut.
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Impressive production
CEMA has resumed pitching tracks to producers at a top-tier NYC-based production company. The company has requested new music for both ongoing series and upcoming projects in both film and television. Placements may include, but are not limited to, TV series, feature films, documentaries, commercials and multi-media projects. Clients of the company have included MTV reality series, ABC, PBS, Canon, Ralph Lauren, Lexus, Arby’s, Nickelodeon, The History Channel and more.
In-house music curators are looking for high-quality independent artists, publishers and composers with commercial-ready songs or instrumentals that can compliment any number of moods or scenes. Must should be unique, artists are encouraged to take creative risks, stand out and avoid copy-cat/sound-alike tracks.
SUBMISSION DATES:
Currently Open for Submissions
GENRES ACCEPTED:
Not genre specific. All tempos and styles needed.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA:
– Tracks must be well-produced, professional, and ready for commercial play.
– Tracks must be appropriate for public performance.
– No re-titles or uncleared samples.
COMPENSATION:
TBD once approved by Production Company executives.
Licensing rates or per-use payment structures will be offered by the production company and determined by duration of track usage, placement in the production, and act/artist draw. Terms of compensation will be approved, negotiated and mutually agreed upon by the copyright owners and the company in writing once final tracks are approved.
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Smooth project delivery
CEMA has resumed pitching tracks to a production company currently working on multiple Netflix projects. Top tracks will be considered for usage in client’s Netflix productions as well as other projects within their control (TV/Film/Commercial). Music directors/catalog managers are reviewing tracks from independent artists/publishers and composers who have commercial-ready music for the following scenarios and moods (may include period pieces):
– Outdoor Adventure/Action (All Applicable Genres)
– Suspense/Tension (All Applicable Genres)
– Party Scenes (EDM/Dance/Pop/Urban/Rap)
– Romance (Indie Rock/Americana/Folk/Singer-Songwriter and Ironic Throwback Classic Rock)
– Opening & Ending Credits (Contemporary Top-40 Style and Modern Instrumentals)
TOTAL AMOUNT OF TRACKS TO PITCH: 30-45
SUBMISSION DATES:
Currently Open for Submissions
GENRES ACCEPTED:
Not genre specific. Tracks need to fit the emotional qualities given above. Orchestral/Classical, Country, Singer-Songwriter, Rock, Metal, Alternative, Indie Rock, EDM/Dance, Hip-Hop, Rap, Instrumentals, World Music/Cinematic, Industrial and Cross-Genre music welcome. Music must have a unique sound, energy, emotion and be appropriate for the requested moods. Music directors are seeking something fresh and bold.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA:
– Tracks must be well-produced, professional, and ready for inclusion in television programming.
– Tracks must be appropriate for the content that it will be supporting.
– Artists must own all copyrights. No uncleared samples, covers, or re-titled tracks.
COMPENSATION:
Final usage rate will be decided by Production company, dictated by duration of track usage, placement in the production and act/artist draw (MFN applies). All details will be negotiated and mutually agreed upon by copyright owners in writing once final tracks are approved. No transfer of assets will occur.
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One of a Kind
CEMA is pitching select artists to music supervisors and segment editors for the current NBA season. Broadcasts may include but are not limited to TNT, NBA TV/League Pass, ESPN, ABC, local highlights/recap reels and applicable streaming partners. Editors typically seek high-energy tracks across various genres, new and old releases are accepted. Music may be used during the games, on highlight reels, pre/post game bumps, intro and outro clips, game trailers, and various game-related segments across all Basketball-based outlets both domestic and international.
SUBMISSION DATES:
Currently Open for Submissions
GENRES ACCEPTED:
Rock, Pop Rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Alternative, Indie, Pop, Hip-Hop/Rap (all sub-genres and original beats), EDM, Orchestral. High-energy hybrids and instrumentals of any genre that compliment high-action sports and NBA culture will be considered.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA:
– Tracks must be well-produced, professional, and ready for public performance.
– Tracks must be appropriate for the application it will be supporting.
– Artists must own/control all copyrights – please no uncleared samples or uncleared covers.
COMPENSATION:
If selected, you are guaranteed to maintain all of your rights and will earn royalties from your P.R.O. (Performance Rights Organization) as seen on your quarterly statements. Up-front sync fees may be offered to the artist/act, on a case-by-case basis, at the discretion of the producer and depending the usage of the song and the market viability of the act. On-screen chyron credit may be given (where applicable, as determined by the segment editor at the network). International airings/re-airings will garner additional royalties as paid out by the artists’ selected P.R.O., per industry standard statutory rates.
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Personalized
CEMA is pitching select artists to editors for the current NFL season that airs on FOX Sports, FOX Deportes and all affiliated Digital NFL outlets. Editors are seeking all genres, new and old releases. Music will be used during the games, on highlight reels, pre/post game bumps, intro and outro clips, game trailers, and many other placements across all football-based outlets.
Usage may include, but is not limited to Monday Night Football, Thursday Night Football (TNF), Sunday Afternoon and Sunday Night Football, Fox Deportes and all NFC regular season and Championship games leading up to the Super Bowl. These placements will air on national TV and dedicated online football sites which may include Fox Sports Apps, FoxSports.com, all social media and re-airings with overseas affiliates. Coverage and Highlight reels historically feature unique, high-energy music to enhance the commentary and visual action of game recaps. CEMA staff will be pitching music starting with pre-season games, through all regular season, championships to the Super Bowl. Staff will be pitching on a first-come, first-served basis.
SUBMISSION DATES:
Currently open for submissions
GENRES ACCEPTED:
Rock, Pop Rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Alternative, Indie, Pop, Country, Hip-Hop/Rap (all sub-genres), EDM, Orchestral. High-energy hybrids and instrumentals of any genre that compliment high-action sports will be considered.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA:
– Tracks must be well-produced, professional, and ready for public performance.
– Tracks must be appropriate for the application it will be supporting.
– Artists must own/control all copyrights – please no uncleared samples or uncleared covers.
COMPENSATION:
If selected, you are guaranteed to maintain all of your rights and will earn royalties from your P.R.O. (Performance Rights Organization) as seen on your quarterly statements. Up-front sync fees may be offered to the artist/act, on a case-by-case basis, at the discretion of the producer and depending the usage of the song and the market viability of the act. On-screen chyron credit will be given as well as artist web links (where applicable, as determined by the segment editor at the network). International airings/re-airings will garner additional royalties as paid out by the artists’ selected P.R.O., per industry standard statutory rates.
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Simplified
CEMA is pitching select, high-quality, independent tracks to be placed with our mainstream gym and fitness networks across North America and Europe. Selected tracks will be added to sound designers playlists and hand-curated libraries reaching millions of active gym members. Music added to rotation will be heard throughout the entire property and via the gym’s central audio system. On-screen chyron credit and album artwork will be seen on displays as part of the official in-gym entertainment playlist programming (where applicable). Content providers, alongside Rocket City Records, includes Sony, Universal, Warner Music, BMG, Big Machine and more. High-energy, workout-appropriate music of all genres is welcome.
SUBMISSION DATES:
Currently Open for Submissions
GENRES ACCEPTED:
Alternative, Adult Contemporary, Rock, Alt Rock, Hard Rock, Indie/Progressive/Pop Rock, Country (hybrid rock/contemporary), Dance/EDM, Pop, Latin, R&B, Hip-Hop/Rap, as well as French-language music for Canadian outlets.
SUBMISSION CRITERIA:
– Music must be well-produced, professional, and ready for inclusion in programming.
– Artists must own all copyrights – please no uncleared samples or covers.
COMPENSATION:
Exposure to over 181.5 million viewers in over 8,500 different locations, on-screen chyron credit, links to your song and official website (where applicable). Royalties will be paid by artist’s respective P.R.O. (Performance Rights Organization) as well as all International online collection agencies C.M.O’s (i.e: SoundExchange, PPL UK, etc).