Free vs Paid Music Distribution: What UK Artists Should Compare
Free and paid music distribution can both suit independent UK artists. The right choice depends on the total cost, rights terms, release needs and…
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What to Do When Your Music Goes Live: UK Release-Day Action Plan
Release day is not just about posting a link. Use this practical checklist to make your single, EP or album launch organised, visible and…
Read Article →What to Do After Submitting Music for Distribution
A practical post-submission workflow for UK independent artists: check your release details, organise assets, plan realistic promotion and protect your rights.
Read Article →Pre-Release Checklist for Independent Musicians UK
A practical pre-release checklist for UK independent artists, covering masters, rights, metadata, artwork, distribution and release-day preparation.
Read Article →How to Plan a Music Release from Start to Finish
A practical UK-focused workflow for independent artists planning a single or EP release, with rights, distribution and promotion tasks in the right order.
Read Article →How to Choose a Release Date for Your Music in the UK
A practical UK-focused guide for independent artists choosing a release date, from checking rights and artwork to planning content, gigs and distribution.
Read Article →ISRC and UPC Codes Explained for UK Independent Artists
A practical UK guide to ISRC and UPC codes, including how they differ, when a new code is needed and a release-preparation checklist for…
Read Article →Music Metadata Explained: What Artists Need Before Release
Music metadata is the information that identifies a release, credits its creators and helps music services display it correctly. This guide gives UK independent…
Read Article →Album Artwork Requirements for Digital Releases: UK Guide
A practical UK guide to preparing release-ready cover art for singles, EPs and albums, including rights checks, technical preparation and common mistakes.
Read Article →Audio File Requirements for Music Distribution in the UK
A practical guide for UK independent artists preparing audio masters for digital music distribution, with a pre-upload checklist and common pitfalls to avoid.
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