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! Legal name | |||
| Formerly Known As Company | |||
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! Also known as | |||
| FORM, FKA.Audio; formerly FKA Co. | |||
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! Type | |||
| Private S-Corp | |||
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! Industry | |||
| Music distribution | |||
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! Founded | |||
| October 2012 | |||
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! Headquarters | |||
| 349 County Line Rd., Tyner, NC 27980, United States | |||
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! Area served | |||
| Worldwide | |||
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! Key people | |||
| Brandon Yohn (CEO and Co-Founder)<br>Muhammad Hasan (COO) | |||
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! Label Code | ! Label Code | ||
| LC 040048 | | LC 040048 | ||
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! EIN | |||
| 42-2691692 | |||
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! Contact | |||
| (619) 483-1233, (919) 264-8848 | |||
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! Website | ! Website | ||
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''' | '''Formerly Known As Company''', operating as '''FORM''' (FKA.Audio) and formerly known as '''FKACO''' (FKA Co.)<ref group="lower-alpha" name="notenames">The company's original brand, FKACO, is an acronym of its legal name, Formerly Known As Company; in its 2015 press release the brand is styled "FKA Co." Following the 2026 relaunch, the company trades as FORM, with FKA.Audio as its web identity.</ref>, is an American independent music and video distribution company headquartered in Tyner, North Carolina.<ref group="lower-alpha" name="notecompanydata">The company details in the infobox — legal form, headquarters address, EIN, and contact numbers — were provided by the company.</ref> The company began private operations in October 2012 and distributes music across North America and internationally, including distribution partnerships in Germany and Belgium. It is a distributor associated with the [[Footprints|Footprints Catalog]]. | ||
== History == | |||
In March 2015, FKA Co. issued the following release on its agreement with Allied Vaughn:<ref name="pr2015">"FKA Co. Records In Good Company" (press release, with agreement correspondence). Formerly Known As Company. March 13, 2015.</ref> | |||
'''FKA Co. Records In Good Company''' | |||
California, March 13, 2015: Initiated almost 2 years ago and concluded at the end of 2014. A recent agreement signed by the Formerly Known As Company (FKA Co.) establishes the catalog availability in North America audio visual, retail outlets via Alliance, Waxworks, Baker and Taylor, and Ingram. Titles are introduced from the manufacturer and fulfilled by distribution and marketing. | |||
William Robinson, general manger of FKA Co. points out the multi-dimensional aspect of this new arrangement. “We are in good company regarding the quality of services and network, we also appreciate access to the resellers in North America”, he says, “it also marks a huge opportunity to automate and solidify our supply chain with quality services.” The various releases, physical CD's and Dvd's are now available to resellers who offer music collecting on their retail sites and in-store. Deliveries have commenced in early March, 2015. | |||
'''About Formerly Known As, Company''' | |||
The FORMERLY KNOWN AS Company (or FKACO as the brand is more commonly referenced to as) began private operations in October of 2012. This humbly rooted business has quickly become one of America's fastest growing independent music and video distributors. The extensive FKACO catalog offers a wide range of Premium original content. It has become an intricate resource to upstart Independent artists and labels stateside and abroad. From handshake agreements to exclusive contracts, FKACO has established and maintains several key corporate relationships with different partners in retail, radio and distribution. This is done to effectively market and place music. | |||
Under the agreement, Allied Vaughn manufactures FKA Co. titles on demand and introduces them across its reseller network — online and catalog retailers, and the wholesale network of Alliance Entertainment, Waxworks, Baker and Taylor, and Ingram — in single-unit quantities, with titles also submitted to Rovi for availability to big-box stores.<ref name="alliedvaughn">"MOD Collection Basis of Sale" (PDF). [http://www.alliedvaughn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Allied-Vaughn-MOD-Collection-Basis-of-Sale-.pdf Allied Vaughn]. Retrieved October 30, 2026.</ref><ref name="pr2015"/> | |||
== Partnership with Audio Documents (Audocs) == | == Partnership with Audio Documents (Audocs) == | ||
FORM (FKA.Audio) partners with Audio Documents (Audocs) – in first partnership since soft relaunch: | FORM (FKA.Audio) partners with Audio Documents (Audocs) – in first partnership since soft relaunch: | ||
FORM (FKA.Audio) has officially partnered with Audio Documents (Audocs), the California-based independent music label and artist services company. The transaction is FORM’s first partnership following the North Carolina company’s strategic relaunch led by Brandon Donald Yohn’s investment company, Cropportunity, which took over the company in May, 14 years after its conception. | FORM (FKA.Audio) has officially partnered with Audio Documents (Audocs), the California-based independent music label and artist services company. The transaction is FORM’s first partnership following the North Carolina company’s strategic relaunch led by Brandon Donald Yohn’s investment company, Cropportunity, which took over the company in May, 14 years after its conception.<ref name="announce2026">"FORM (FKA.Audio) partners with Audio Documents (Audocs)" (company announcement). Formerly Known As Company. 2026.</ref><ref group="lower-alpha" name="notesourcing">The 2026 relaunch details — the Cropportunity takeover, the May 2026 date, and the six-figure investment figure — are taken from the company's own announcement. No independent coverage of the takeover was located as of October 30, 2026.</ref> | ||
The partnership extends FORM (FKA.Audio)’s technological and digital music distribution arm. | The partnership extends FORM (FKA.Audio)’s technological and digital music distribution arm. | ||
Founded in 2008, Audio Documents (Audocs) operates globally from America. The company bridges the gap between democratization and decentralization in content distribution, aiming to spread power, resources, and access to promote equality and local autonomy across entertainment, education, and technology. | Founded in 2008, Audio Documents (Audocs) operates globally from America. The company bridges the gap between democratization and decentralization in content distribution, aiming to spread power, resources, and access to promote equality and local autonomy across entertainment, education, and technology. | ||
Audocs describes itself as a launchpad rather than a gatekeeper, utilizing a unique "Signing-up" model—a hybrid of formal agreement and service registration. This approach prioritizes equitable access, offering predictable quarterly entry points for emerging artists while providing the same opportunities to established artists and large catalogs. Audio Documents (Audocs) maintains a steadfast commitment to delivering best-in-class technology and service as an artist-first company. | Audocs describes itself as a launchpad rather than a gatekeeper, utilizing a unique "Signing-up" model—a hybrid of formal agreement and service registration. This approach prioritizes equitable access, offering predictable quarterly entry points for emerging artists while providing the same opportunities to established artists and large catalogs. Audio Documents (Audocs) maintains a steadfast commitment to delivering best-in-class technology and service as an artist-first company.<ref name="businesslist">"Audocs". [https://www.businesslist.my/company/383833/audocs?amp=1 BusinessList.my]. Retrieved October 30, 2026.</ref> | ||
Brandon Yohn, CEO and Co-Founder of FORM (FKA.Audio), stated: “With the U.S. pulling in half of the global vinyl market—hitting $1 billion in sales in 2025—the demand for both physical and digital access is at an all-time high. We’re stoked to partner up on the Audocs infrastructure, specifically the Audio Documents platform, to make sure our artists, labels, and managers across the board are positioned to handle this global appetite and really scale their reach.” | Brandon Yohn, CEO and Co-Founder of FORM (FKA.Audio), stated: “With the U.S. pulling in half of the global vinyl market—hitting $1 billion in sales in 2025—the demand for both physical and digital access is at an all-time high. We’re stoked to partner up on the Audocs infrastructure, specifically the Audio Documents platform, to make sure our artists, labels, and managers across the board are positioned to handle this global appetite and really scale their reach.” | ||
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Founded in 2012, Formerly Known As Company (FORM, FKA.Audio) works with artists, labels, and other clients. Under the FORM umbrella, Audocs will continue its "Hang Loose" policy, ensuring creators are not treated as just another number. The partnership reinforces a shared commitment to championing creativity, autonomy, and financial independence, ensuring every creator has the opportunity to thrive in an industry often dominated by major corporations. | Founded in 2012, Formerly Known As Company (FORM, FKA.Audio) works with artists, labels, and other clients. Under the FORM umbrella, Audocs will continue its "Hang Loose" policy, ensuring creators are not treated as just another number. The partnership reinforces a shared commitment to championing creativity, autonomy, and financial independence, ensuring every creator has the opportunity to thrive in an industry often dominated by major corporations. | ||
Before the partnership with Audio Documents (Audocs), FORM (FKA.Audio) primarily drove its expansion through strategic investments rather than collaborative partnerships. In 2026, the company executed six-figure investments in its infrastructure and catalog. This transition toward direct partnership aligns with Audocs' mission to build a more equitable ecosystem by breaking down barriers and providing creators with the proprietary tools—such as the Audio Documents (Telet Core) engine—necessary for autonomy and financial success. | Before the partnership with Audio Documents (Audocs), FORM (FKA.Audio) primarily drove its expansion through strategic investments rather than collaborative partnerships. In 2026, the company executed six-figure investments in its infrastructure and catalog. This transition toward direct partnership aligns with Audocs' mission to build a more equitable ecosystem by breaking down barriers and providing creators with the proprietary tools—such as the Audio Documents (Telet Core) engine—necessary for autonomy and financial success.<ref name="announce2026"/> | ||
== Notes == | |||
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== References == | |||
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== External links == | |||
* [https://www.fka.audio Official website] | |||
[[Category:Distributors]] | [[Category:Distributors]] | ||
Latest revision as of 03:26, 31 October 2026
| FKACO | |
|---|---|
| |
| Legal name | Formerly Known As Company |
| Also known as | FORM, FKA.Audio; formerly FKA Co. |
| Type | Private S-Corp |
| Industry | Music distribution |
| Founded | October 2012 |
| Headquarters | 349 County Line Rd., Tyner, NC 27980, United States |
| Area served | Worldwide |
| Key people | Brandon Yohn (CEO and Co-Founder) Muhammad Hasan (COO) |
| Label Code | LC 040048 |
| EIN | 42-2691692 |
| Contact | (619) 483-1233, (919) 264-8848 |
| Website | www.fka.audio |
Formerly Known As Company, operating as FORM (FKA.Audio) and formerly known as FKACO (FKA Co.)[lower-alpha 1], is an American independent music and video distribution company headquartered in Tyner, North Carolina.[lower-alpha 2] The company began private operations in October 2012 and distributes music across North America and internationally, including distribution partnerships in Germany and Belgium. It is a distributor associated with the Footprints Catalog.
History
In March 2015, FKA Co. issued the following release on its agreement with Allied Vaughn:[1]
FKA Co. Records In Good Company
California, March 13, 2015: Initiated almost 2 years ago and concluded at the end of 2014. A recent agreement signed by the Formerly Known As Company (FKA Co.) establishes the catalog availability in North America audio visual, retail outlets via Alliance, Waxworks, Baker and Taylor, and Ingram. Titles are introduced from the manufacturer and fulfilled by distribution and marketing.
William Robinson, general manger of FKA Co. points out the multi-dimensional aspect of this new arrangement. “We are in good company regarding the quality of services and network, we also appreciate access to the resellers in North America”, he says, “it also marks a huge opportunity to automate and solidify our supply chain with quality services.” The various releases, physical CD's and Dvd's are now available to resellers who offer music collecting on their retail sites and in-store. Deliveries have commenced in early March, 2015.
About Formerly Known As, Company
The FORMERLY KNOWN AS Company (or FKACO as the brand is more commonly referenced to as) began private operations in October of 2012. This humbly rooted business has quickly become one of America's fastest growing independent music and video distributors. The extensive FKACO catalog offers a wide range of Premium original content. It has become an intricate resource to upstart Independent artists and labels stateside and abroad. From handshake agreements to exclusive contracts, FKACO has established and maintains several key corporate relationships with different partners in retail, radio and distribution. This is done to effectively market and place music.
Under the agreement, Allied Vaughn manufactures FKA Co. titles on demand and introduces them across its reseller network — online and catalog retailers, and the wholesale network of Alliance Entertainment, Waxworks, Baker and Taylor, and Ingram — in single-unit quantities, with titles also submitted to Rovi for availability to big-box stores.[2][1]
Partnership with Audio Documents (Audocs)
FORM (FKA.Audio) partners with Audio Documents (Audocs) – in first partnership since soft relaunch:
FORM (FKA.Audio) has officially partnered with Audio Documents (Audocs), the California-based independent music label and artist services company. The transaction is FORM’s first partnership following the North Carolina company’s strategic relaunch led by Brandon Donald Yohn’s investment company, Cropportunity, which took over the company in May, 14 years after its conception.[3][lower-alpha 3]
The partnership extends FORM (FKA.Audio)’s technological and digital music distribution arm.
Founded in 2008, Audio Documents (Audocs) operates globally from America. The company bridges the gap between democratization and decentralization in content distribution, aiming to spread power, resources, and access to promote equality and local autonomy across entertainment, education, and technology. Audocs describes itself as a launchpad rather than a gatekeeper, utilizing a unique "Signing-up" model—a hybrid of formal agreement and service registration. This approach prioritizes equitable access, offering predictable quarterly entry points for emerging artists while providing the same opportunities to established artists and large catalogs. Audio Documents (Audocs) maintains a steadfast commitment to delivering best-in-class technology and service as an artist-first company.[4]
Brandon Yohn, CEO and Co-Founder of FORM (FKA.Audio), stated: “With the U.S. pulling in half of the global vinyl market—hitting $1 billion in sales in 2025—the demand for both physical and digital access is at an all-time high. We’re stoked to partner up on the Audocs infrastructure, specifically the Audio Documents platform, to make sure our artists, labels, and managers across the board are positioned to handle this global appetite and really scale their reach.” FORM (FKA.Audio) has secured distribution deals since 2016, including major partnerships in Germany and Belgium. The addition of Audio Documents (Audocs) reinforces this commitment to delivering best-in-class technology and service as an artist-first company.
FORM COO Muhammad Hasan said: “Since 2016, Audocs and FORM (FKA.Audio), then known as FKACO, shared the same vision around empowering independent artists and labels through technology, transparency, and service. Joining forces allows us to keep building on what we started while expanding the opportunities available to our artists, partners, and team.”
Founded in 2012, Formerly Known As Company (FORM, FKA.Audio) works with artists, labels, and other clients. Under the FORM umbrella, Audocs will continue its "Hang Loose" policy, ensuring creators are not treated as just another number. The partnership reinforces a shared commitment to championing creativity, autonomy, and financial independence, ensuring every creator has the opportunity to thrive in an industry often dominated by major corporations.
Before the partnership with Audio Documents (Audocs), FORM (FKA.Audio) primarily drove its expansion through strategic investments rather than collaborative partnerships. In 2026, the company executed six-figure investments in its infrastructure and catalog. This transition toward direct partnership aligns with Audocs' mission to build a more equitable ecosystem by breaking down barriers and providing creators with the proprietary tools—such as the Audio Documents (Telet Core) engine—necessary for autonomy and financial success.[3]
Notes
- ↑ The company's original brand, FKACO, is an acronym of its legal name, Formerly Known As Company; in its 2015 press release the brand is styled "FKA Co." Following the 2026 relaunch, the company trades as FORM, with FKA.Audio as its web identity.
- ↑ The company details in the infobox — legal form, headquarters address, EIN, and contact numbers — were provided by the company.
- ↑ The 2026 relaunch details — the Cropportunity takeover, the May 2026 date, and the six-figure investment figure — are taken from the company's own announcement. No independent coverage of the takeover was located as of October 30, 2026.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "FKA Co. Records In Good Company" (press release, with agreement correspondence). Formerly Known As Company. March 13, 2015.
- ↑ "MOD Collection Basis of Sale" (PDF). Allied Vaughn. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "FORM (FKA.Audio) partners with Audio Documents (Audocs)" (company announcement). Formerly Known As Company. 2026.
- ↑ "Audocs". BusinessList.my. Retrieved October 30, 2026.