Music Catalog Management Evolution refers to the transformation of how music collections are organized, tracked, and monetized throughout the industry's history. This evolution spans from early physical record keeping in the late 19th century¹ to today's sophisticated digital systems managing metadata, streaming rights, and catalog acquisitions. The shift from manual filing systems to digital databases has revolutionized how labels, publishers, and streaming platforms organize vast music libraries². Modern catalog management now encompasses complex metadata handling, rights tracking, and strategic asset valuation, with catalog music representing 70% of the US market³.