Navigating Copyright in the AI Music Era
Incorporating artificial intelligence into music is an exciting development, but it also creates a host of legal complexities. As an independent artist, it's crucial to understand how this impacts your work, especially regarding copyright.
The Rising Trend of Catalog Sales for Independent Artists
In the dynamic realm of music, a trend is emerging that could have an impact on your career: catalog acquisition. This isn't just a movement reserved for the music industry's big names. It's also an opportunity for you as an independent artist to earn more from your music.
Tips to Avoid Artificial Streaming Scams
Spotify recently announced they will start charging distributors a fee when they detect artificial streams on a track, and UnitedMasters will start passing along those fees to the artist involved. Read more for tips on avoiding artificial streams so you can avoid penalties.
What Spotify's Changes Mean for You: A Simple Guide for Artists
Spotify recently changed their approach to royalty payments and artificial streams, and we thought it's important to break it down for you. Here’s what these recent changes mean for artists who distribute on Spotify.
What You Need to Know About TikTok’s New ‘Add to Music App’ Feature
The new 'Add to Music App' feature on TikTok can help UnitedMasters SELECT artists amplify their music’s reach and engagement. The easy-to-use ‘Add to Music’ button makes it easy for fans to discover, save, and stream your music. Here’s what you need to know from TikTok's recent announcement.
3 Tips To Get Your Beats Playlisted on Beat Exchange
Learn how to get your beats featured in beat collections and premium playlists on Beat Exchange to increase your exposure and reach more artists. We provide three pro tips to guide you as you upload, publish, and promote your beats so they catch the attention of our editorial team.
Should I Include Stems With My Beat Upload?
Stems are the individual audio tracks (instrumental and vocal) that when combined and mixed together create the entire piece of music. For example, the individual audio tracks of a bass, drums, vocals, and piano that can be exported separately are considered stems.
So, why are stems important? Sync partners, specifically those who place songs in TV shows, commercials, and video games, will be able to get more use out of tracks with stems. In this article we explain how stems can uplevel your career and make your beats more attractive to artists.
How To Upload A Beat
Publish your beats for sale in seconds with this guided walkthrough. Learn how to upload audio files and stems, add artwork and beat details, and tag your beats so artists can easily find them in the Beat Exchange.
Manage Your Beats In The Beat Exchange
Once you’ve published a beat for sale in the Beat Exchange, you’ll be able to track your beat performance in one easy-to-use dashboard. See how many plays, favorites, and free downloads each beat receives, as well as total revenue generated from each beat. You’ll also learn how to edit and unpublish live beats to keep your profile up to date.
Create Your Producer Profile
Your producer profile is your digital storefront inside the Beat Exchange. It’s the first things artists see when they search for beats and discover new producers, so you’ll want to make sure your profile is set up for success. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps of creating your producer profile and provide tips to help you stand out from the crowd.
The Economics of Music Production
As a producer on the come up, you'll want to diversify your revenue streams. There are several ways you can do this, but each is unique and has its own set of rules. For both emerging and established producers, understanding the various ways to monetize and extend their careers should always be top of mind.
This is a guide to help identify the various revenue pathways a producer might consider and the information they would need to do it successfully.
8 Do’s & Don’ts of Music Production
If you’ve ever started a new job, learning the ropes can be difficult without the right education and training. Music production is no different, and that’s where UnitedMasters comes in.
We’ve asked industry veterans to compile their list of top do’s and don’ts for emerging producers to help guide them on their way to success. Consider this a training manual to help you avoid mistakes and focus on what matters most.
Browse The Beat Exchange
The Beat Exchange is where producers like you can connect with over 1.5 million independent artists. Understanding how artists search for and discover beats will help you optimize your profile so you catch their attention. You’ll want to complete your profile, connect your socials, and select a Producer’s Pick to help you stand out from the crowd.
Selecting The Right License For Your Beat
We’re here to help all producers understand how to properly set up their operations, starting with choosing the appropriate license when selling your beats. UnitedMasters offers Non-Exclusive, Exclusive, and Buyout license options, all of which are customizable. These licenses are agreements between producers (the “licensor”) and the end buyer (the “licensee”).
To make your journey easier, we’ve broken down the definitions of each license as well as given some insight to help you know when to use them.
How To Use Producer Tags
Producer tags are just as popular as an artist’s adlibs. Any time you hear a producer tag like Metro Boomin’s “If young Metro don’t trust ya, I’mma shoot ya” or Murda Beatz’s “Murda on the beat so it’s not nice,” you know exactly the type of experience you’re in for. In essence, tags are a way for producers to brand their own sound, like an audio logo or a producer’s signature.
For producers who might be new to this concept, we’ve answered a few common questions to help you get started.
Birdman Zoe Explains How To Build A Career As A Producer
Music executive Birdman Zoe knows a thing or two about running a successful operation for producers. As the manager for Internet Money, Birdman has been a part of the explosive rise of producers like Taz Taylor, Ricky Racks, and Nick Mira to name a few.
But Birdman Zoe’s success didn’t happen overnight, and it requires a lot of work to maintain his place at the top of the industry. So how has he managed to build his empire? We interviewed Birdman to find out exactly how he has solidified his spot at the top.
