Recording your own version of an existing song is a proven path to expanding your audience, and it can be a lot of fun, too. How does this all work, and how can it be applied to your career? In this video presented by Andrew Aversa (ISW co-founder, lead developer, and award-winning composer) you'll learn about all about covers, remixes, and arrangements, how to create and distribute them legally, and how to decide what song(s) YOU should record next. HOW TO LEGALLY LICENSE YOUR COVERS
SoundDrop -
This service acts as an aggregator like CD Baby, sending your music to major platforms & streaming sites. Though it doesn't hit as many sites as other aggregators, the big advantage is that they handle licensing for you, in exchange for a 15% cut (pretty reasonable!)
Easy Song Licensing -
Here you can order a set number of streams/downloads for cover song licenses. Put in all the proper information and how much you need, and you'll get a quote with how much it will cost. Advantage: You can then sell your cover anywhere. Disadvantage: You have to remember to re-order more streams/downloads.
Tunecore -
A widely-used aggregator that can also handle licensing for an extra fee. Tunecore does not take a royalty (unlike CD Baby/Soundrop) but does charge more up-front and annual fees.
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