TuneCore Guides
Advice on how to navigate music distribution, publishing, marketing, and promotion.
Everyone wants more streams on DSPs like Spotify – here’s how to legally boost your numbers, increase your visibility, and avoid fraudulent behavior that could tank your career.
Do you feel like an outsider looking in on the music industry? We’ve got your back. This guide to the modern music business covers the professions that make it up, how to get a foothold in it, and steps you can take to be and feel like an industry insider.
We demystify breaking into the Music Industry with real tips from industry professionals.
Learn how to make money with music, and sustain a thriving career as a musician. Explore music monetization online strategies, and maximize your earnings.
Do you want to play SXSW someday? Let us show you how to begin taking actionable steps towards music festival booking, from polished EPKs to local networking.
Everything you need to know as a Producer or an MC when it comes to licensing.
Vinyl isn't going anywhere - is it the right fit for your music?
Make sure the files you're sending to Spotify, Apple Music and Deezer don't get rejected!
How to set up and use pre-orders to build excitement around your next release.
Do you think that ASCAP & BMI do the same thing as a Publishing Administrator? Think again. Welcome to the world of Music Publishing.
Everything you need to know about formatting your cover art for Spotify, iTunes and more.
Streaming fraud on Spotify and other platforms is changing the music industry. Here are actionable ways for you to identify and prevent it to advance your career with transparency and integrity intact.
Ever wondered how music publishing works? Wonder no more. Learn about royalty types, publishing administration, and ensure you collect the royalties your music is already generating.
Songwriting is an art– and it's personal to who you are as an artist. Find your perfect structure, learn how to uncover honest lyrics, and start building melodies that transcend.
Get a better understanding for copyrights and what they mean for your music.
Follow this DIY guide for getting your music on influential college & indie radio stations across the country.
Getting your music on a prominent Spotify playlist can put you on the map for new fans across the globe. Here's the rundown on mastering the playlist pitching process.
TikTok revolutionized how fans connect with their favorite artists. Here’s how you can promote & maximize every new release across all Social Platforms.
Make sure your audio files are correct so you can upload Dolby Atmos Immersive Audio to Apple Music and create an immersive listening experience for your fans.
Whether it's a music blog or a playlist - master your pitch!
Social media, email lists, EPKs, websites - how are you getting the word out about your music?
Learn how to master YouTube Music with art tracks, your own official artist channel, YouTube Shorts, and more.
From what gear to use, to soundproofing your studio: learn how to start recording & producing top-tier music from home.
Content ID is YouTube’s digital fingerprinting system for identifying and managing copyrighted content. Make sure you know how to create and manage your Content ID assets to avoid ownership conflicts.
Your fans are on social media finding new music every day. Here's how to keep fans engaged & new listeners wanting more.
Uncover the mechanics behind TikTok’s content selection process and get your music trending on TikTok.