deadlock

deadlock is an independent record label and distribution service focused on electronic and hard dance music. It handles global distribution to major stores and streaming platforms, royalty administration with readable statements, and rights administration including licensing and clearances, while artists retain ownership of their masters and publishing. The label also offers artist development and release planning for longer-term projects. Founded in 2026 and based in the Czech Republic, deadlock is run by a small team and is currently open for demo submissions, aiming to give independent artists professional release infrastructure without requiring them to give up what they created.