A leading entertainment consultancy, which brings the unparalleled experience, knowledge and reputation of its principals to individuals and companies that seek to achieve results for their entertainment projects.

Relying on numerous long-term relationships around the world, dba helps deliver finished products, brand strategy and long-term revenue streams in the film, music, theater and television industries.  With over 75 years of combined experience in every aspect of the entertainment industry as well as new digital distribution channels, we enhance our clients’ futures, whether they are artists or companies.

dba shepherds projects from concept through financing, production and distribution to the end user.  We frequently serve as the functional equivalent of an outsourced Chief Operating Officer.  We work with senior executives in developing the Mission, Vision, Strategy and Tactics of a brand or product, and then provide world-class execution of those elements.

In addition to our regular services as strategic advisors and consultants, we offer:

  • a variety of audio-visual and audio-only products, including single properties and libraries, for sale or license all over the world;
  • production services for audio-visual and audio only content for any distribution channel;
  • the potential ability to arrange for financing for certain projects;
  • the ability to close distribution agreements worldwide;
  • artist management services worldwide for musical acts, actors, directors and others.

cba: clearance by appointment provides international rights clearance services to companies seeking to distribute digital music in every country of the world.

mba: music by appointment provides music-publishing services to writers and producers of audio-visual content, which results in maximizing the earnings of their work. We also provide music supervisory services to filmed entertainment companies.