TuneCore Guides

Advice on how to navigate music distribution, publishing, marketing, and promotion.

Copyrights 101
Copyrights 101

Get a better understanding for copyrights and what they mean for your music.

How to Grow on TikTok as a Music Artist
How to Grow on TikTok as a Music Artist

Beat Licensing 101
Beat Licensing 101

3 Things You Should Know About Cover Art
3 Things You Should Know About Cover Art

Everything you need to know about formatting your cover art for Spotify, iTunes and more.

Making SoundCloud and Digital Distribution Work Together
Making SoundCloud and Digital Distribution Work Together

There's no need to choose between Soundcloud and wider digital distribution!

Pitching Your Music 101
Pitching Your Music 101

Whether it's a music blog or a playlist - master your pitch!

YouTube for Musicians 4 Fundamentals of YouTube Music
YouTube for Musicians 4 Fundamentals of YouTube Music

Learn how to master YouTube Music with art tracks, your own official artist channel, YouTube Shorts, and more.

TikTok For Musicians 101
TikTok For Musicians 101

Find your niche & be consistent. Here's how to master one of the most popular Social Platforms in the world.

Sync Licensing 101
Sync Licensing 101

Get to know the process of landing music in TV, film, ads and video games.

Streaming Fraud on Spotify and Other Platforms, Plus How to Prevent It
Streaming Fraud on Spotify and Other Platforms, Plus How to Prevent It

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.

Spotify Playlists 101
Spotify Playlists 101

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.

Music Publishing 101
Music Publishing 101

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.

How To Write a Song
How To Write a Song

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.

How to Upload Dolby Atmos Immersive Audio to Apple Music
How to Upload Dolby Atmos Immersive Audio to Apple Music

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.

How to Promote Your Music on Social Platforms in 2023
How to Promote Your Music on Social Platforms in 2023

TikTok revolutionized how fans connect with their favorite artists. Here’s how you can promote & maximize every new release across all Social Platforms.

How to Get Verified on TikTok
How to Get Verified on TikTok

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.

How to Distribute & Promote Your Music on BeatPort
How to Distribute & Promote Your Music on BeatPort

How does YouTube Content ID & Rights Ownership work?
How does YouTube Content ID & Rights Ownership work?

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.

Home Recording 101
Home Recording 101

From what gear to use, to soundproofing your studio: learn how to start recording & producing top-tier music from home.

Digital Marketing for Musicians 101
Digital Marketing for Musicians 101

Social media, email lists, EPKs, websites - how are you getting the word out about your music?

College Radio Promotion 101
College Radio Promotion 101

Follow this DIY guide for getting your music on influential college & indie radio stations across the country.

6 Ways to Increase Your Streams After the First Week
6 Ways to Increase Your Streams After the First Week

5 Reasons Why You Should be Releasing New Music Every Week
5 Reasons Why You Should be Releasing New Music Every Week

Your fans are on social media finding new music every day. Here's how to keep fans engaged & new listeners wanting more.

4 Ways to Master the TikTok Algorithm as a Musician
4 Ways to Master the TikTok Algorithm as a Musician

Uncover the mechanics behind TikTok’s content selection process and get your music trending on TikTok.

7 Facts About Pre-Orders
7 Facts About Pre-Orders

How to set up and use pre-orders to build excitement around your next release.

How To Get Your Audio Files Ready For Distribution
How To Get Your Audio Files Ready For Distribution

Make sure the files you're sending to Spotify, Apple Music and Deezer don't get rejected!

Music Sampling and Beat Licensing 101
Music Sampling and Beat Licensing 101

Navigate the tricky world of sampling and beat licensing without risk of legal threats.

 The Basics of Vinyl
The Basics of Vinyl

Vinyl isn't going anywhere - is it the right fit for your music?

Whats The Difference Between a Pro and a Publishing Administrator
Whats The Difference Between a Pro and a Publishing Administrator

Do you think that ASCAP & BMI do the same thing as a Publishing Administrator? Think again. Welcome to the world of Music Publishing.

+20 Essential Music Publishing Terms Musicians Must Know
+20 Essential Music Publishing Terms Musicians Must Know

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.”

What’s the Deal with Streaming Fraud? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
What’s the Deal with Streaming Fraud? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.