# Top 50 Music Startups in the United States by Funding (2026)

> The 50 best-funded music startups in the United States, ranked by total funding raised: $6.7B combined.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/top-lists/music-startups-united-states (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

- 1 [**Playlist** PlayList is a web drama production company that produces dramas and music content.](https://millionrounds.com/company/playlist) PlayList is a web drama production company that produces dramas and music content. *Founded* 2017 United States **$785M** last round Jan 2026
- 2 [**Suno** Suno, Inc.](https://millionrounds.com/company/suno) Suno, Inc. *Founded* 2022 Cambridge, United States **$750M** last round Jun 2026
- 3 [**Beats Electronics** Beats Electronics offers premium consumer headphones, earphones and speakers, software technology and streaming music subscription services.](https://millionrounds.com/company/beats-electronics) Beats Electronics offers premium consumer headphones, earphones and speakers, software technology and streaming music subscription services. *Founded* 2006 Los Angeles, United States **$560M** last round Sept 2013
- 4 [**HarbourView Equity Partners** HarbourView Equity Partners is a private equity firm invests in music and entertainment.](https://millionrounds.com/company/harbourview-equity-partners) HarbourView Equity Partners is a private equity firm invests in music and entertainment. *Founded* 2021 Newark, United States **$500M** last round Jun 2025
- 5 [**Litmus Music** Litmus Music is primarily concerned with acquiring and managing music rights.](https://millionrounds.com/company/litmus-music) Litmus Music is primarily concerned with acquiring and managing music rights. *Founded* 2022 New York, United States **$500M** last round Aug 2022
- 6 [**Create Music Group** Create Music Group is a music and media technology company](https://millionrounds.com/company/create-music-group) Create Music Group is a music and media technology company *Founded* 2015 Hollywood, United States **$450M** last round Mar 2026
- 7 [**Duetti** Duetti is a music-financial technology platform founded in 2022 and based in New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles, Miami, and London.](https://millionrounds.com/company/duetti) Duetti is a music-financial technology platform founded in 2022 and based in New York, with additional offices in Los Angeles, Miami, and London. *Founded* 2022 New York, United States **$384M** last round Feb 2026
- 8 [**Eventbrite** Once upon a time, 4 young women decided to start a music festival in rural Highland County, VA (a place very near and dear to all of their hearts).](https://millionrounds.com/company/eventbrite) Once upon a time, 4 young women decided to start a music festival in rural Highland County, VA (a place very near and dear to all of their hearts). *Founded* 2014 Oak Forest, United States **$225M** last round Sept 2017
- 9 [**Beats Music** Beats Music was a subscription-based music streaming service launched in January 2014 by Beats Electronics, a division of Apple Inc.](https://millionrounds.com/company/beats-music) Beats Music was a subscription-based music streaming service launched in January 2014 by Beats Electronics, a division of Apple Inc. *Founded* 2012 San Francisco, United States **$180M** last round Mar 2014
- 10 [**Smule** Smule develops music-making apps that connect people online.](https://millionrounds.com/company/smule) Smule develops music-making apps that connect people online. *Founded* 2008 Salt Lake City, United States **$154M** last round Oct 2018
- 11 [**Patreon** Bradley Jarvis writes fiction and nonfiction, much of it based on original research into the most basic issues of life, including its long-term survival.](https://millionrounds.com/company/patreon) Bradley Jarvis writes fiction and nonfiction, much of it based on original research into the most basic issues of life, including its long-term survival. *Founded* 2008 Arvada, United States **$137M** last round Nov 2021
- 12 [**I.am+** I.AM+ is an American technology company based in Los Angeles, founded in 2012 by musician and entrepreneur will.i.am.](https://millionrounds.com/company/i-am) I.AM+ is an American technology company based in Los Angeles, founded in 2012 by musician and entrepreneur will.i.am. *Founded* 2012 Los Angeles, United States **$123M** last round Nov 2017
- 13 [**UnitedMasters** UnitedMasters is a digital music distribution platform based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in November 2017 by Steve Stoute.](https://millionrounds.com/company/unitedmasters) UnitedMasters is a digital music distribution platform based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in November 2017 by Steve Stoute. *Founded* 2017 New York, United States **$120M** last round Oct 2021
- 14 [**Terapin Studios** Terapin Studios brings entertainment through multiple mediums including webtoons, games, music, streaming, and provides unique content through its own IP.](https://millionrounds.com/company/terapin-studios) Terapin Studios brings entertainment through multiple mediums including webtoons, games, music, streaming, and provides unique content through its own IP. *Founded* 2017 New York, United States **$93M** last round Aug 2022
- 15 [**Beyond Oblivion** Beyond Oblivion was a digital music startup based in New York, founded around 2008–2009.](https://millionrounds.com/company/beyond-oblivion) Beyond Oblivion was a digital music startup based in New York, founded around 2008–2009. *Founded* 2009 New York, United States **$87M** last round Mar 2011
- 16 [**Ticketfly** Ticketfly was a technology company that provided a cloud-based platform for ticketing, digital marketing, and analytics tailored for the live event industry.](https://millionrounds.com/company/ticketfly) Ticketfly was a technology company that provided a cloud-based platform for ticketing, digital marketing, and analytics tailored for the live event industry. *Founded* 2008 San Francisco, United States **$87M** last round Jul 2015
- 17 [**Songtradr** Songtradr is the largest B2B music licensing marketplace, connecting over 500,000 artists, songwriters, and rights owners from 190 countries with brands, advert](https://millionrounds.com/company/songtradr) Songtradr is the largest B2B music licensing marketplace, connecting over 500,000 artists, songwriters, and rights owners from 190 countries with brands, advert *Founded* 2014 Santa Monica, United States **$86M** last round Nov 2023
- 18 [**Triller** Triller is an AI-powered music video app that enables anyone to make professional videos, effortlessly.](https://millionrounds.com/company/triller) Triller is an AI-powered music video app that enables anyone to make professional videos, effortlessly. *Founded* 2015 Los Angeles, United States **$83M** last round Jan 2025
- 19 [**BIGWORDS.com** Buy cheap college textbooks by comparing prices with BIGWORDS.com.](https://millionrounds.com/company/bigwords-com) Buy cheap college textbooks by comparing prices with BIGWORDS.com. *Founded* 2001 Madrid, United States **$80M** last round Jul 2014
- 20 [**A24** A24 is a global entertainment company founded in 2012 in New York, NY.](https://millionrounds.com/company/a24) A24 is a global entertainment company founded in 2012 in New York, NY. *Founded* 2012 New York, United States **$75M** last round Jun 2026
- 21 [**Kobalt Music**](https://millionrounds.com/company/kobalt-music) *Founded* - United States **$75M** last round May 2017
- 22 [**Buzz Media** Buzzmedia is an entertainment publisher focused on pop culture, music, and celebrity content.](https://millionrounds.com/company/buzz-media) Buzzmedia is an entertainment publisher focused on pop culture, music, and celebrity content. *Founded* 2003 United States **$72M** last round Jul 2011
- 23 [**SugarSync** With SugarSync you can backup, access, sync and share all of your documents, photos, music and movies so that you can access them from your laptop, iPhone, iPad](https://millionrounds.com/company/sugarsync) With SugarSync you can backup, access, sync and share all of your documents, photos, music and movies so that you can access them from your laptop, iPhone, iPad *Founded* - San Mateo, United States **$61M** last round Nov 2013
- 24 [**Aaptiv** Aaptiv is a digital health company that combines scientific programming, empathetic trainers, and uplifting music to improve members health.](https://millionrounds.com/company/aaptiv) Aaptiv is a digital health company that combines scientific programming, empathetic trainers, and uplifting music to improve members health. *Founded* 2015 United States **$60M** last round Jun 2018
- 25 [**Bandsintown Group** Bandsintown Group is a global digital media and technology company focused on enhancing the live music experience.](https://millionrounds.com/company/bandsintown-group) Bandsintown Group is a global digital media and technology company focused on enhancing the live music experience. *Founded* 2004 Miami, United States **$60M** last round Mar 2007
- 26 [**Genius** Genius is an online media platform that brings music intelligence to the masses.](https://millionrounds.com/company/genius) Genius is an online media platform that brings music intelligence to the masses. *Founded* 2009 Brooklyn, United States **$59M** last round Jan 2026
- 27 [**Intercept Music** Intercept Music is a marketing and advertising company that specializes in music distribution, music marketing, and social media marketing.](https://millionrounds.com/company/intercept-music) Intercept Music is a marketing and advertising company that specializes in music distribution, music marketing, and social media marketing. *Founded* 2018 San Francisco, United States **$50M** last round May 2025
- 28 [**Tune.FM** Tune.FM is a decentralized music streaming platform and NFT marketplace based in Miami, Florida.](https://millionrounds.com/company/tune-fm) Tune.FM is a decentralized music streaming platform and NFT marketplace based in Miami, Florida. *Founded* 2011 Narberth, United States **$50M** last round Sept 2024
- 29 [**Radial** Radial is an app that connects fans and artists with other fans, discovering music and supporting artists.](https://millionrounds.com/company/radial) Radial is an app that connects fans and artists with other fans, discovering music and supporting artists. *Founded* 2014 United States **$50M** last round Dec 2025
- 30 [**Metacafe** Metacafe is a website providing short-form video entertainment in movies, video games, sports, music and TV.](https://millionrounds.com/company/metacafe) Metacafe is a website providing short-form video entertainment in movies, video games, sports, music and TV. *Founded* 2003 San Francisco, United States **$50M** last round Jun 2010
- 31 [**Vuclip** Vuclip is a premium mobile video on-demand service designed for emerging markets.](https://millionrounds.com/company/vuclip) Vuclip is a premium mobile video on-demand service designed for emerging markets. *Founded* 2015 Hong Kong, United States **$48M** last round Nov 2012
- 32 [**Reverb.com** Reverb.com is a provider of an online marketplace intended for new, used, and vintage music gear.](https://millionrounds.com/company/reverb-com) Reverb.com is a provider of an online marketplace intended for new, used, and vintage music gear. *Founded* 2012 Chicago, United States **$47M** last round Aug 2017
- 33 [**FOB.com** FOB.com provides tour information, pictures, biography, articles and reviews about the American rock band, 'Flying Over Brothers.'](https://millionrounds.com/company/fob-com) FOB.com provides tour information, pictures, biography, articles and reviews about the American rock band, 'Flying Over Brothers.' *Founded* 1997 Chicago, United States **$45M** last round Sept 2000
- 34 [**HIFI** HIFI is a financial rights organization for the music industry.](https://millionrounds.com/company/hifi) HIFI is a financial rights organization for the music industry. *Founded* 2013 Brooklyn, United States **$44M** last round Sept 2026
- 35 [**Rythm** Rythm is a music streaming platform designed for shared listening experiences.](https://millionrounds.com/company/rythm) Rythm is a music streaming platform designed for shared listening experiences. *Founded* 2016 Mountain View, United States **$43M** last round Jun 2026
- 36 [**MusicNow** MusicNow is an online digital music collection that allows users to browse and download tracks on a subscription-based service.](https://millionrounds.com/company/musicnow) MusicNow is an online digital music collection that allows users to browse and download tracks on a subscription-based service. *Founded* 1999 United States **$42M** last round Jul 2003
- 37 [**Bravado** Bravado is a global music merchandise and brand management company, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Music Group.](https://millionrounds.com/company/bravado) Bravado is a global music merchandise and brand management company, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Music Group. *Founded* 2017 San Francisco, United States **$38M** last round May 2022
- 38 [**MySpace** MySpace is a social networking site that enables members to make friends, write blog posts, add music, and customize their MySpace pages.](https://millionrounds.com/company/myspace) MySpace is a social networking site that enables members to make friends, write blog posts, add music, and customize their MySpace pages. *Founded* 2003 Beverly Hills, United States **$38M** last round Mar 2005
- 39 [**OneStep** OneStep is a London-based company founded in 2024 that specializes in reusable cup solutions for music events, sports venues, sponsors, and fans.](https://millionrounds.com/company/onestep) OneStep is a London-based company founded in 2024 that specializes in reusable cup solutions for music events, sports venues, sponsors, and fans. *Founded* 2024 London, United States **$36M** last round Oct 2024
- 40 [**OurStage** OurStage is a music discovery platform founded in 2007, based in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.](https://millionrounds.com/company/ourstage) OurStage is a music discovery platform founded in 2007, based in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. *Founded* 2007 Chelmsford, United States **$34M** last round Dec 2012
- 41 [**Gametime** Gametime is a mobile ticket marketplace app based in San Francisco, offering last-minute tickets for sports, music, and theater events in over 60 cities across the U.S.](https://millionrounds.com/company/gametime) Gametime is a mobile ticket marketplace app based in San Francisco, offering last-minute tickets for sports, music, and theater events in over 60 cities across the U.S. *Founded* 2013 San Francisco, United States **$33M** last round Mar 2025
- 42 [**Animoto** Animoto is the easiest way to create stunning, branded videos, no experience necessary.](https://millionrounds.com/company/animoto) Animoto is the easiest way to create stunning, branded videos, no experience necessary. *Founded* 2006 New York, United States **$30M** last round Jun 2011
- 43 [**Moises** Moises is an audio-tech company that leverages machine learning and data science in relation to music and audio processing.](https://millionrounds.com/company/moises) Moises is an audio-tech company that leverages machine learning and data science in relation to music and audio processing. *Founded* 2019 Salt Lake City, United States **$30M** last round May 2025
- 44 [**StarMaker** StarMaker is a technology-driven media company and the leading mobile music creation platform for amateurs.](https://millionrounds.com/company/starmaker) StarMaker is a technology-driven media company and the leading mobile music creation platform for amateurs. *Founded* 2010 Los Angeles, United States **$30M** last round Nov 2018
- 45 [**Kiosk** Kiosk is a visual arts laboratory that makes documentaries, television and web series, short films, and music videos.](https://millionrounds.com/company/kiosk) Kiosk is a visual arts laboratory that makes documentaries, television and web series, short films, and music videos. *Founded* 2013 United States **$30M** last round Mar 2026
- 46 [**Venue** Venue is a live music platform tailored to crowdfund concerts.](https://millionrounds.com/company/venue) Venue is a live music platform tailored to crowdfund concerts. *Founded* 2018 United States **$26M** last round Jan 2024
- 47 [**NetDevices** NetDevices, associated with Netd Müzik and Netd MCN & Influencer Marketing, is a digital media company based in Istanbul.](https://millionrounds.com/company/netdevices) NetDevices, associated with Netd Müzik and Netd MCN & Influencer Marketing, is a digital media company based in Istanbul. *Founded* 2003 Sunnyvale, United States **$25M** last round Aug 2005
- 48 [**Complex** Complex is an online magazine that features articles about music, styles, pop culture, sports, and sneakers.](https://millionrounds.com/company/complex) Complex is an online magazine that features articles about music, styles, pop culture, sports, and sneakers. *Founded* 2002 Ekeren (Antwerpen), United States **$21M** last round Sept 2015
- 49 [**Opendate** Opendate is a technology startup based in Indianapolis, founded in 2019.](https://millionrounds.com/company/opendate) Opendate is a technology startup based in Indianapolis, founded in 2019. *Founded* 2020 Indianapolis, United States **$21M** last round Mar 2026
- 50 [**Venu Holding** Venu Holding develops and operates entertainment and hospitality destinations centered around live music performances.](https://millionrounds.com/company/venu-holding) Venu Holding develops and operates entertainment and hospitality destinations centered around live music performances. *Founded* - Colorado Springs, United States **$20M** last round Jul 2026

**Total funding** how the list is ranked

**15 November 2026** updated nightly

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