TuneCore Guides

You may have heard that vinyl is back; the truth is that vinyl never left. 

Pride Month has arrived, and it's ample cause to feature some of our favorite LGBTQ+ artists. (You can check out last year’s class right here)

Popular music exists because of black artists. Kool Herc pioneered hip-hop. Sister Rosetta Thorpe was the godmother of rock and roll.

Mastering your music should be simple, we’ll debunk common myths and explain what you really need to know about music bitrates, sampling rate, and LUFS in music production

 From the powerful rise of Afrobeats and Amapiano to the influence of Francophone rap, we’re diving deep into the numbers, trends, and stories driving Africa’s global takeover.

Music is culture – so, in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, we’re spotlighting ten Asian American and Pacific Islander artists who are shaping culture’s future through their incredible work.

In honor of Black History Month, Johnny offered TuneCore his thoughts on R&B, its influence on his career, and how the genre’s black luminaries are still pushing him forward today.

Discover ten artists you need to know whose music imagines a vibrant future for hip-hop and the people who listen to it. There’s no skips in this group – we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Getting your first 1,000 streams on Spotify is a major benchmark for every independent musician. We’ll show you how to get past gatekeepers and achieve this milestone by playlist pitching, utilizing your network, and more.

Whether you’re looking for ecstatic beats or searing rap bars from a medical professional, you’ll find that and then some.

Dropped your first song? Wondering what’s next? Let award-winning, rising pop star Meg Smith show you how to supercharge your second release by embracing Spotify-core, trusting your fans, and much more.

Here's everything you need to know to go from "signed up" to "music live on social media"—this is TuneCore 101.

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.

In honor of Pride Month, TuneCore presents ten LGBTQ+ artists you should listen to for the rest of 2024 and beyond.

TuneCore artists have earned 4 Billion dollars in total revenue. Want to know how they did it? Here are six artists offering actionable ways to get the mindset, drive, and music to earn more money.

Learn all you need to know about Music Licensing/Placement and how it can help you grow your career — What it is, how it works, and how to make money with it!

Learn how to record your first song with TuneCore & PreSonus. Get step-by-step guidance using Studio One DAW, perfect your sound, and release your 1st song!

A six point copyright guide that enables you to make informed decisions, control your rights, make money and pursue your passions on your own terms.

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.

Learn how to grow on TikTok and blow up as a Music Artist. Explore strategies, optimize your profile, and master monetization with this comprehensive guide.

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.

Navigate the tricky world of sampling and beat licensing without risk of legal threats.

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.

To walk the walk of music publishing, you have to talk the talk – we can help with that. Presenting the basic music publishing terms that everyone needs to know, from “administrator” to “work for hire contracts.”

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.

Find your niche & be consistent. Here's how to master one of the most popular Social Platforms in the world.

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 to know the process of landing music in TV, film, ads and video games.

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.

There's no need to choose between Soundcloud and wider digital distribution!

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.

There is no direct portal to apply for artist verification on TikTok. it's up to the TikTok and TuneCore teams to help you get verified. Here’s how to maximize your chances of getting verified on TikTok.

Here's everything you need to know to distribute and promote your music on Beatport. Make your next single the DJ track of the season!

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.

Make sure your music continues to perform well long after your release date- online and IRL.

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.