Resources
Learn the details awards care about
Plain-language guides connected to the items in your Award Readiness Plan.
Foundations
Foundations
The building blocks every recording artist should understand.
Understanding ISRCs
What an ISRC is, why every track needs one, and how to get them.
metadatatracksisrcUPCs and Release Barcodes
How the release-level barcode (UPC/EAN) identifies your single, EP, or album.
metadatareleasesupcMusic Publishing Basics
The difference between the song (composition) and the recording, and why it matters.
publishingroyaltiesrightsRegistering with a PRO
Performing Rights Organizations collect performance royalties for songwriters.
publishingroyaltiesproCrediting Songwriters, Producers & Musicians
Accurate credits and roles power discovery, royalties, and award eligibility.
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Build Your Artist Presence
Build Your Artist Presence
Everything that supports your public artist profile.
Building an Electronic Press Kit (EPK)
A single link that presents your music, story, and assets to press and awards.
presencepressepkClaiming Spotify for Artists & Apple Music for Artists
Claim your artist profiles to control your presence and see your data.
presenceplatformsstreamingYour Website & Social Presence
A home base plus consistent social profiles and a public contact.
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Prepare for Awards
Prepare for Awards
The topics that directly influence award readiness.
How Music Award Eligibility Works
The common threads across award programs: eligibility windows, submission, and credits.
awardseligibilityPlanning a Release for Award Consideration
Line up your metadata, credits, and timing before you release.
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