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Music Revenues and Rights: What Artists Need to Know

If you are entering the world of music as an artist, it is very important to have an understanding of music revenue and music rights. In this article, we will go deeper into the main revenue sources of music revenue, basic knowledge of music rights, and how to promote music using SoundOn.

Sources of Music Revenue

There are various ways to earn music revenue. Let's list the main sources of revenue below.

  • Streaming revenue:Revenue earned from music streaming services such as YouTube and Spotify. This revenue goes back to the artist according to the number of views.
  • Download sales:Revenue from selling songs on iTunes, Google Play, etc. This is the revenue you get when a user purchases a song.
  • Live performance:Revenue from performances at concerts and live events. This includes ticket sales and merchandise sales.
  • Copyright Revenue:This fee is incurred when a song is used in television, movies, advertisements, etc. This includes usage fees for music videos.
  • Music Distribution:This is the revenue that artists get from distributing their own music. By using a platform like SoundOn, you can distribute music globally and earn money.

The Importance of Music Rights

Music rights refer to the legal rights associated with a musical work. Understanding and managing this is very important for artists.

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Copyright

Copyright occurs automatically when a song is created. It gives the artist the right to copy, distribute, publish, modify, etc. of the song, and can take legal action if it is used without permission.

Performance rights

Performance rights occur when a song is played live, on radio, or on television. This right allows the artist to earn money when the song is played.

Mechanical copyright

Mechanical copyright is a right that arises when a song is sold in CD or download format. This right allows the artist to earn money whenever a copy of the song is made.

Synchronization rights

Synchronization rights are rights that arise when a piece of music is used with video. This includes movies, TV shows, advertisements, and video games. Synchronization rights allow the artist to earn money whenever a piece of music is used with a video work.

Music promotion using SoundOn

Effective music promotion is essential for artists to spread their music on the global stage. SoundOn supports their career by providing powerful promotional tools with TikTok and exclusive partner CapCut.

  • Playlist Pitching:By recommending songs to playlists, you can reach more listeners. By using SoundOn's global distribution service, you can promote your songs on streaming platforms around the world.
  • Data analysis:With SoundOn, you can analyze the performance data of your songs in detail and help artists develop their next strategies. This comprehensive data is very useful for understanding fan trends and preferences.
  • Dense targeting:TikTok and other social media can be used to effectively promote an artist's music. This will allow you to gain more fans.

Success in the music industry requires diversification of revenue streams, protection of rights, and effective promotion. By leveraging SoundOn s platform, you can achieve these goals and further enhance your career as an artist.Join SoundOnPlease try to expand its possibilities.

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