Matt Abbott

Matt Abbott is the co-founder and CEO of Label Worx Ltd, a leading digital music distribution company specializing in electronic and dance music.13

Career and Company Background

Matt Abbott co-founded Label Worx in 2007 with Chris Chambers, starting the company from Abbott's bedroom.13 The initial idea for Label Worx came from Abbott's experience running his own record label, Alter Ego Records, and facing challenges in distributing digital music to online stores.1

Label Worx has since grown into one of the world's leading distribution companies for electronic and dance music. The company now works with over 8,000 record labels, including major names like Armada, Toolroom, and Enhanced Music.1

Company Growth and Expansion

Under Abbott's leadership, Label Worx has expanded significantly:

• The company now has offices in Hull (HQ), Hinkley, and Berlin.1
• It employs a team of developers and staff members across these locations.1
• Label Worx has become one of the largest distributors of dance and electronic music to platforms like Beatport, Traxsource, and Juno.1

Industry Recognition

Matt Abbott's expertise in the music industry has been recognized in several ways:

• In November 2015, he was elected as an AFEM (Association for Electronic Music) Executive Board member.2
• He is known for his skills in digital distribution, music publishing, and artist management.

Additional Ventures

In addition to his role at Label Worx, Matt Abbott is also involved with Lime Blue Music, a company focused on revolutionizing Neighboring Rights in the music industry.23

Through his work, Matt Abbott has played a significant role in shaping the digital distribution landscape for independent electronic and dance music labels over the past 15 years.