UPCs and ISRCs both help identify music. They do not identify the same thing. The simplest explanation is: ISRC = recording UPC = release What is an ISRC? An International Standard Recording Code identifies an…
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If you’re trying to build a career in music, you’ve probably heard people talking about A&R. But what does A&R actually mean? A&R stands for Artists and Repertoire. Traditionally, A&R departments at record labels and…
If you know your release date, uploading the track as early as possible is almost always better than leaving it until the last minute. A useful target for an important release is around four weeks…
Friday is the standard global release day for recorded music. Streaming platforms refresh many prominent new-release areas around Friday, listeners expect new music and industry campaigns are organised around it. That also makes Friday extremely…
High-G’s latest single, “Hae-ya-man-hae (해야만 해),” featuring WILRO, is a no-nonsense hip-hop anthem that captures the emotional and existential weight of chasing dreams under pressure. With a cinematic beat, raw lyricism, and electrifying delivery, the…
Korean indie rock band SIMILE LAND (심아일랜드) releases their new EP ‘Young-Hee’, exploring universal melancholy through raw and honest storytelling. The title track ‘Bottomless Jar (밑 빠진 독)‘ captures the endless cycle of regret and…
My Little Airport’s track “SABINA之淚” from their 10th album is a hauntingly beautiful piece that exemplifies their unique indie pop style. The Hong Kong-based duo is known for their gentle melodies and diary-like lyrics, blending…
