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Define the author, composer, and publisher, and explain royalties for writers, composers, and publishers. Identify recording artists, record labels, and master ownership of the recorded version.
Identify the writers, composer, and publishers on your song
Use this sample marketing budget to keep track of your income and expenses.
Register your music with the copyright.gov standard application for published sound recordings, add authors and claimants, pay $65, upload the track, and mail a physical copy.
Understand how master and mechanical royalties flow from streaming and sales, register with publishing bodies and performance rights organizations, and collect digital and neighboring rights through SoundExchange.
Learn how to register songs with BMI or ASCAP, assign writers and publishers, and split writer's credits and publishing 50/50.
Learn to submit songs to Harry Fox Agency, the Mechanical Licensing Collective, and Music Reports through bulk templates or individual entries, including IP, ISRC, publisher data, and Songtrust.
Learn how to release music with Distrokid, including selecting stores, securing 100% publishing rights, and uploading cover art to meet the cover art guidelines, with ISRC codes and release details.
Register your recordings with Soundexchange using the online portal or bulk upload form, entering artist name, song title, ISRC, publisher, and UPC.
Track your music data with Luminate to measure consumer engagement on radio and at point of sale metrics, guiding Billboard charts; register songs with Mediabase to monitor radio airplay.
The success of your music is tracked and the data is sent to Billboard to popular the charts. In this lecture I am discussing how to get your data tracked.
Unlock your music’s potential with our comprehensive course designed for artists and producers. "Mastering Music Distribution: Register, Release, and Promote Your Tracks" equips you with the essential skills to navigate the music industry successfully.
What You'll Learn:
Music Registration and Rights Management: Protect your work by learning how to register your songs with performance rights organizations and manage your music rights effectively.
Music Release Strategies: Prepare your tracks for release on major digital platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. Learn best practices for formatting, metadata optimization, and meeting industry standards.
Effective Music Promotion: Build a robust marketing plan using social media, email campaigns, and digital tools. Increase your visibility through playlist placements, collaborations, and influencer partnerships.
Data Analysis and Monetization: Track your music’s performance, analyze data to refine your strategies, and explore revenue streams from licensing, merchandise, and live performances.
By the end of this course, you'll have the knowledge and tools to successfully register, release, and promote your music, whether you're an independent artist or pursuing a professional music career.
Enroll now to take control of your music career and master the art of music distribution!
My name is Tenika McDaniel and I’ll be your course instructor. I am a music publishing admin and consultant, content creator, songwriter and clothing brand owner. I've been spreading knowledge since 2014 about the music business and how artists can own their music and content.