The Silent Maestros: Supporting the Right Music Credits in the Age of Streaming

Useful information for gaining maximum recognition from your musical works

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Embarking on a music career is exciting, but one should not forget the importance of metadata and music credits.
Although not on everyone's lips, they are vital to the success of every creative figure in the music industry.
In the digital age, this information is embedded and encoded directly in audio files and used to organize, promote and monetize music.

Let's explore this often overlooked but fundamental topic for those behind sound creation, namely:
● Correct metadata
● Music credits
● Royalties

Understanding Metadata:
● Metadata includes essential information such as the title, artist and release date of a song.● They are essential to receive the correct royalties and to make your music easily identifiable.

Importance of Music Credits:
● Accrediting collaborators correctly promotes positive relationships and protects your intellectual property rights.● It helps build a professional reputation and can lead to new job opportunities.

Sources of Royalties and Revenues:
● Royalties can come from sales, public performances, sync licences and streaming.● Understanding these sources is essential to keep the financial situation of the music industry stable.

As you seek success in your music career, do not neglect metadata and credits. They are the allies that will help you get the royalties you deserve and foster professional relationships in the music industry.

Imagine losing yourself in the magic of a song without knowing the geniuses who made it possible.
In this issue we lift the curtain on these unheard masters, exploring their impact on the music you love most and highlighting the importance of giving them the recognition they deserve.