What Maldito Records does

Maldito Records is an independent record label founded in 1998 and headquartered in Tavernes Blanques, Valencia, Spain, operating as a private limited company (MALDITO RECORDS, SL) with 15 employees. The company manages a roster of more than 50 artists across rock, punk, metal, folk metal, and alternative genres, including established acts such as CELTIAN, BOIKOT, Benito Kamelas, SARATOGA, ARGION, THE BUZZOS, SUJETO K, LATZEN, MANIFA, and DELALMA. Its services span the full artist lifecycle, including artist management, recording and production support, physical and digital release distribution, editorial and rights administration (with SGAE registration), synchronization licensing for audiovisual productions, and live event booking.

The label's commercial activity is organized around four core revenue streams: record sales and streaming royalties from the artist catalog distributed across Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and other major platforms; physical merchandise and release sales (digipacks, vinyl, CDs, clothing) channeled through the affiliated El Tridente online storefront; editorial and rights management services including royalty collection from concerts, radio/TV synchronization, and collecting society administration; and synchronization licensing for film, television, and advertising placements. The company's go-to-market relies on a community-led model anchored in a multi-platform social media presence (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, Bluesky, Spotify), an email newsletter (Maldito News), and festival placements at venues such as Rock Fest Barcelona and Rock Imperium Cartagena, supplemented by booking relationships with international artist agencies that have produced opening-act placements for AC/DC and Enter Shikari.

The customer base is bifurcated between roster artists (who receive label services) and end consumers (who purchase physical releases, merchandise, and streaming access), with a secondary B2B segment comprising audiovisual producers and event organizers seeking catalog synchronization rights. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, and the company operates without institutional investment, functioning as a self-sustaining independent SME in the Spanish music industry.

Name

Maldito Records

Legal name

MALDITO RECORDS, SL

Website

https://malditorecords.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Maldito Records is an independent Spanish record label founded in 1998, managing 50+ rock, punk, metal, and folk artists through integrated services including artist management, rights administration, physical and digital distribution, and synchronization licensing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Independent Record Label Services

NAICS

Record Production and Distribution (51225), Music Publishers (512230), Music Publishers (51223)

SIC

Retail-Record & Prerecorded Tape Stores (5735)

akta.pro primary industry

Record Labels (Major & Independent) (MPAIAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Copyright Registration & Catalog Management (Metadata, ISWC/ISRC Linking) (MPAIABAC), Performance Rights Administration (PRO Affiliation, Cue Sheet/Setlist Processing) (MPAIABAE), Rights Data, Metadata, Identifier & Repertoire Management (ISWC/ISRC/IPI, Matching) (MPAIAKAF), Contracting, Licensing & Rights Management (Music/Performance Releases) (HSACAHAM)

Keywords

• Independent record label
• Artist management services
• Music rights administration
• Physical music distribution
• Synchronization licensing

Headquarters

HQ city

Tavernes Blanques

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Record Sales and Streaming Royalties: Revenue generated from album sales (physical digipacks, CDs, vinyl) and digital streaming royalties across platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, for the label's roster of 50+ artists.
2. Merchandise Sales: Physical merchandise (clothing, accessories) and physical releases (digipacks, vinyl) sold through the company's own storefront and through the affiliated retail partner El Tridente (eltridente.es).
3. Editorial / Rights Management: Management of author rights and administration of the artist catalog, including song registration with collecting societies (SGAE), royalty tracking from concerts, radio/TV synchronization, and placement in films, commercials, and TV programs.
4. Synchronization Licensing: Placement of catalog songs in audiovisual productions (films, TV shows, advertising) and securing high-profile live performance opportunities, such as opening slots for international acts.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Maldito Records is an independent record label that provides integrated label services to a roster of 50+ artists, including artist management, copyright/rights administration (SGAE registration and royalty collection), music release distribution across physical formats (digipack CDs, pendrives, vinyl) and digital streaming platforms, merchandise sales, and synchronization licensing for film, TV, and advertising placements. The label also books live performances and secures opening slots for international acts such as AC/DC and Enter Shikari.

Product overview

Maldito Records is an independent record label with over 25 years of trajectory operating from Valencia, Spain. The company operates a comprehensive music business platform consisting of artist management services, editorial/copyright administration, music releases across digital platforms and physical formats (digipack CDs, pendrives), an external merchandise store (El Tridente), and news/content publishing. The artist roster includes diverse acts such as CELTIAN (Folk Metal Sinfónico), THE BUZZOS (Hard Rock/Punk), ARGION, SUJETO K, LATZEN, MANIFA, BOIKOT, DELALMA, NEUS FERRI, and managed artist Benito Kamelas, spanning genres from metal and rock to punk and alternative music.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Artist Management Comprehensive artist management service providing representation, booking, and career development for artists on the Maldito Records roster, including Benito Kamelas.
• Editorial and Rights Administration Copyright administration and catalog management service; registers songs with author societies such as SGAE, monitors usage, collects royalties from concerts and TV/radio synchronization, and seeks synchronization opportunities in audiovisual productions and major concerts.
• Physical and Digital Music Distribution Distribution service delivering artist catalog including albums, singles, and live recordings across digital platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube) and physical formats (digipacks, CDs, pendrives, vinyl) through the affiliated El Tridente online store.
• Synchronization Licensing Placement service for catalog songs in audiovisual productions including films, TV shows, and advertising, plus securing high-profile live performance opportunities such as opening slots for international acts.
• BOIKOT - No Les Interesa Album release from BOIKOT, a rock reivindicativo and punk combativo band with international and intergenerational approach; features collaborations including 'Me Levantaré Otra Vez' with Ska-P.
• THE BUZZOS - Survival Album release from THE BUZZOS, a rock/punk band active since 2002 known for melodic punk, hard rock, and classic rock influences; blends hard rock, punk melódico, and classic rock.
• ARGION - VLTREIA Third album and most ambitious work from ARGION; 'Sobre el Mar MMXXVI' serves as bonus track connecting first album 'Tiempo de Héroes' with the new era.
• SUJETO K - XX Aniversario, En Directo Live album from SUJETO K celebrating 20 years of trajectory; recorded at Sala Moon in Valencia in November 2025; includes rescue of original band formation for early tracks.
• LATZEN - Denboraren Orbainak Third album from LATZEN (Basque Country); 'Denboraren Orbainak' means Cicatrices Del Tiempo in Basque; follows impressive tour including Rock Fest Barcelona and Rock Imperium Cartagena.
• DELALMA - Santa & Compañía Double conceptual album from DELALMA; most ambitious project featuring seven international vocalists including Ronnie Romero, José Andréa, Carlos Escobedo, Patricia Tapia, Vito Íñiguez, Tete Novoa, and Fran Rivas.
• MANIFA - Sí Pasarán (Directo) Live version of MANIFA studio album 'Cristales Rotos' (2016); recorded live at Kafe Antzokia, Bilbao in November 2023; celebrated with 20th anniversary tour in 2026.
• CELTIAN - Desde Las Raíces First live album from CELTIAN; recorded at La Riviera, Madrid on May 9; digipack double CD audio + pendrive with full concert video; 2000 attendees.
• NEUS FERRI - Mala Yerba 1316 Album from artist NEUS FERRI exploring themes of fragility, strength, and self-discovery through vocals; singles include 'Algo Más' and 'Fuera'.
• Benito Kamelas - Justica Poética Studio album from Benito Kamelas, a band from Benetússer, Valencia; marked a turning point in the band's trajectory after member changes in 2020.
• XPRESIDENTX - Garrote Vil Fifth album from XPRESIDENTX with more reivindicative and denunciatory perspective compared to previous satirical work; 'Garrote Vil' references a specific image from Spanish history.
• JUDITH MATEO - enviDIOSA Ninth album from JUDITH MATEO; violin-based with folk Irish influence and rock; preceded by singles including 'Fuego'.
• LA PERRA BLANCO - Lovers And Fears Album from LA PERRA BLANCO based on two primary emotions: love and fear; created from intense personal experiences confronting these poles.

Named customers18 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• AC/DCflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2010Through its editorial and booking services, Maldito Records arranged for its artist LOS PERROS DEL BOOGIE to serve as opening act (teloneros) for AC/DC at their concerts in Sevilla and Bilbao in 2010 — a landmark placement for the label's roster.
• ENTER SHIKARIflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaldito Records arranged for its artist KELLY KAPOWSKI to perform as opening act during ENTER SHIKARI's Spanish tour, leveraging international tour booking relationships.
• International Artist Booking AgenciescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe editorial service section states that Maldito Records works with international artist booking agencies to place its artists in major concerts and events. This includes high-profile placements such as AC/DC and Enter Shikari tours.
• Film, Television, and Advertising ProducersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe editorial service manages synchronization of songs from its catalog for inclusion in films, advertising spots, and television programs, acting as a licensing intermediary between its artist roster and audiovisual producers.
• SGAE (Sociedad General de Autores y Editores)coreOthersAll songs in the catalog are registered with collecting societies including SGAE in Spain, enabling royalty collection from concerts, radio, and TV synchronization. This is a formal administrative partnership for rights management.
• El Tridente (eltridente.es)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEl Tridente serves as the primary online storefront for physical merchandise and releases from Maldito Records artists. The website directly links to eltridente.es for all store purchases, including albums, digipacks, and band merchandise.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Subterfuge Records: Spanish independent label based in Madrid covering indie, pop, and rock artists over multi-decade history. Comparable as a Spanish independent label operating artist management, releases, and rights administration for domestic rock/alternative rosters.
• Resistencia Records: Spanish independent punk/rock label. Directly comparable as a Spanish independent label operating in similar punk and rock genres with domestic artist roster and rights administration.
• El Dromedario Records: Spanish independent label focused on rock and punk. Closely matches Maldito's genre profile, scale, and Spanish-market focus as a niche independent rock/punk label.

Broad incumbents

• Ear Music: International rock/metal label with established roster. Comparable in offering label services across rock and metal genres with sync, distribution, and tour support capabilities.
• Roadrunner Records: Major metal/rock label now part of Warner Music Group. Comparable in covering rock and metal rosters with full-service label support and global distribution.
• Inside Out Music: Progressive rock/metal label (Sony Music subsidiary). Comparable as an independent-style label focused on a specific rock niche with integrated artist services and catalog administration.
• AFM Records: German independent rock/metal label with a long-standing roster. Comparable in genre focus and integrated label services (recording, distribution, rights) but operating at significantly larger scale.
• Century Media Records: Established independent metal/rock label (now part of Sony Music). Comparable as a label covering hard rock, metal, and punk rosters with full-service artist support and international distribution.
• Nuclear Blast: Major independent metal/rock label (Germany/global) with a large roster spanning metal sub-genres. Comparable as an independent label operating at significantly larger scale with similar artist services, sync, and rights administration infrastructure.
• Napalm Records: Austrian independent rock/metal label with broad roster and global distribution. Comparable as a larger independent label focused on rock/metal with integrated artist services.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Maldito_Records
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@malditorecords
• Facebookfacebook.com/malditorecords
• Instagraminstagram.com/maldito_records
• TikToktiktok.com/@maldito_records
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/maldito-records

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