1. Split the two rights
Record owners, writers, producers and shares. A composition (music and lyrics) and a sound recording are separate works; sometimes they can be registered together when ownership matches exactly.
Stream official audio and video releases, then build the records that keep releases organized, credited and ready for distribution.
Use the upload workflow below to add an official MP3, MP4 or video link. The page automatically turns published releases into a streaming library.
Only publish music you own or have permission to stream. Keep lossless masters, stems, clean versions, contributor agreements, splits and source artwork outside the public page.
Open Albums in WordPressRecord owners, writers, producers and shares. A composition (music and lyrics) and a sound recording are separate works; sometimes they can be registered together when ownership matches exactly.
Register eligible works with the U.S. Copyright Office, retain deposits and agreements, and use the correct ownership and authorship data. Registration adds important legal benefits for U.S. works.
Choose a distributor, upload masters, cover art, contributor credits, explicit flags, territories and release date. Keep ISRC/UPC data and distributor reports together.
Join the appropriate performance-rights organization, register musical-work data with The MLC for eligible U.S. digital mechanicals, and use SoundExchange where applicable for noninteractive digital sound-recording performance royalties. Terms and eligibility vary.
This is an educational workflow, not legal, tax or royalty-administration advice. Confirm the current requirements for your territory and agreements with an entertainment lawyer or qualified administrator. Sources: U.S. Copyright Office · The MLC · SoundExchange.