Library Distribution

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  3. Library Distribution

How long does it take for my music to get into libraries?

That Pitch will notify you as soon as a Library accepts your track via email and an in-app notification, though when, how often, and the kind of music they decide to accept varies ...

Can I use Royalty-Free Samples?

While you can upload music with royalty-free samples from sites such as Splice, Sounds, etc, it will greatly limit the number of libraries willing to represent your work. Librari ...

Can I upload DJ Mixes or Remixes to That Pitch?

No, you cannot. Sorry, fam! It's a nightmare to deal with in the music licensing world because there are so many rights holders involved, many of which are typically major labels ...

Can I upload Sound-a-likes?

No, you cannot. Sorry, fam! Sound-a-likes--or cover versions, or tribute songs that sound verrry similar to the original--aren’t accepted by libraries.The original artist, l ...

Can I upload cover songs?

No, you cannot. Sorry, fam!If you are covering someone else's song, it means the library would need additional legal clearance from them for every single license. Because licenses ...

How Do I See And Pitch To Briefs?

Viewing Briefs: Help Button: Press the help button on the bottom right of the screen. Navigate to 'Briefs': In the help menu, navigate to 'Briefs'. View Entries: You'll see a ...

Do I Have to Provide Revisions Once I Land a Placement?

No Revisions Required: Take It or Leave It: All tracks are considered "take it or leave it" for libraries. We've negotiated this with every library, so you never have to worry a ...

Should I Contact a Library My Track Is In Directly?

While it's perfectly fine to reach out to a library to express your appreciation, contacting them for anything other than praise is generally not recommended. Here’s why: Ex ...

How Does a Library Get All of My Data and Brand Information?

Libraries gather your information from the following sources: Writer's Profile:This includes your PRO (Performing Rights Organization) details and other relevant writer inform ...

Am I Guaranteed to Get a Track into a Library?

Non-Exclusive Tracks: Yes When you upload a non-exclusive track to That Pitch, you are guaranteed to get it into a library. Non-exclusive tracks have more flexibility and can be p ...

Do Libraries Require Stems?

Yes, all libraries require stems for the tracks they accept. You have the option to upload the stems either before or after your track is accepted, but you must do so promptly. Im ...

What Do the Green & Peach Dots Next to My Tracks Mean?

Cleared™ (clearedmusic.io) is an invaluable system that That Pitch collaborates with to protect your music and ensure it is legally safe for synchronization (sync) purposes. ...

How Will I Know If My Track Gets Into a Library?

You'll be notified in two ways: Email Notification:You will receive an email notification informing you that your track has been accepted into a library. In-App Notificat ...

Will I Be Notified of Where the Library Licenses My Music?

Current Status: Technology Limitation: At this time, the technology to notify you of every sync deal and usage does not exist. However, we are actively working on developing thi ...

Understanding Our Non-Exclusive Library Agreements

Our agreements with non-exclusive libraries are designed to be as flexible as possible, allowing you to work with any other non-exclusive libraries. If you have concerns about a co ...

YouTube Content ID: What You Need to Know

What is YouTube Content ID? YouTube Content ID is a tool YouTube uses to find and manage copyrighted music. It scans videos for registered tracks to make sure everything is leg ...

My Music Was Placed in a Library, but It’s Not Published Yet. Is There a Problem?

No, there's no problem. It can take varying amounts of time for a library to publish your music. Here's what you need to know: Timing Varies: The speed at which a library upload ...

What Does It Mean When a Library Says They’re Royalty-Free?

When a library describes itself as "royalty-free," it's primarily a marketing term. Here’s what it means: YouTube Safe: It assures YouTubers and content creators that thei ...