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Get a better understanding for copyrights and what they mean for your music.
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Everything you need to know about formatting your cover art for Spotify, iTunes and more.
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There's no need to choose between Soundcloud and wider digital distribution!
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Whether it's a music blog or a playlist - master your pitch!
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Learn how to master YouTube Music with art tracks, your own official artist channel, YouTube Shorts, and more.
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Find your niche & be consistent. Here's how to master one of the most popular Social Platforms in the world.
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Get to know the process of landing music in TV, film, ads and video games.
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Streaming fraud on Spotify and other platforms is changing the music industry. Here are actionable ways for you to identify and prevent it to advance your career with transparency and integrity intact.
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Getting your music on a prominent Spotify playlist can put you on the map for new fans across the globe. Here's the rundown on mastering the playlist pitching process.
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Ever wondered how music publishing works? Wonder no more. Learn about royalty types, publishing administration, and ensure you collect the royalties your music is already generating.
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Songwriting is an art– and it's personal to who you are as an artist. Find your perfect structure, learn how to uncover honest lyrics, and start building melodies that transcend.
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Make sure your audio files are correct so you can upload Dolby Atmos Immersive Audio to Apple Music and create an immersive listening experience for your fans.
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TikTok revolutionized how fans connect with their favorite artists. Here’s how you can promote & maximize every new release across all Social Platforms.
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There is no direct portal to apply for artist verification on TikTok. it's up to the TikTok and TuneCore teams to help you get verified. Here’s how to maximize your chances of getting verified on TikTok.
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Content ID is YouTube’s digital fingerprinting system for identifying and managing copyrighted content. Make sure you know how to create and manage your Content ID assets to avoid ownership conflicts.
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From what gear to use, to soundproofing your studio: learn how to start recording & producing top-tier music from home.
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Social media, email lists, EPKs, websites - how are you getting the word out about your music?
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Follow this DIY guide for getting your music on influential college & indie radio stations across the country.
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Your fans are on social media finding new music every day. Here's how to keep fans engaged & new listeners wanting more.
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Uncover the mechanics behind TikTok’s content selection process and get your music trending on TikTok.
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How to set up and use pre-orders to build excitement around your next release.
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Make sure the files you're sending to Spotify, Apple Music and Deezer don't get rejected!
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Navigate the tricky world of sampling and beat licensing without risk of legal threats.
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Vinyl isn't going anywhere - is it the right fit for your music?
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Do you think that ASCAP & BMI do the same thing as a Publishing Administrator? Think again. Welcome to the world of Music Publishing.
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To walk the walk of music publishing, you have to talk the talk – we can help with that. Presenting the basic music publishing terms that everyone needs to know, from “administrator” to “work for hire contracts.”
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