Welcome to the

Organization for Recorded Culture and Arts (ORCA)

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ORCA (Organization for Recorded Culture and Arts) is a think tank comprised of international independent music labels committed to increasing music’s economic, social, and cultural value.

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It will do this by developing globally relevant and translatable evidence‑based research that informs governments and supports the work of trade associations, as well as contributing to furthering music’s impact on global economic and social development.

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Learn more about ORCA
Report 1: Setting The Stage
Report 2: The Economic and Social Impact of Independent Record Labels