Course curriculum

    1. Intro

    2. Intro - What You'll Learn

    3. Key Terms & Definitions

    1. Lesson 1 - Introduction to Music Publishing

    2. Lesson 2 - Key Players in Music Publishing

    3. Lesson 3 - Types of Royalties

    1. Lesson 4 - Rights Management

    2. Lesson 5 - Registration and Administration

    3. Lesson 6 - What is Metadata?

    4. Lesson 7 - Metadata Checklist Part I

    5. Lesson 8 - Metadata Checklist Part II

    1. Lesson 9 - Where Should I Register My Songs?

    2. Lesson 10 - Registration Checklist Part I

    3. Lesson 11 - Registration Checklist Part II

    4. Lesson 12 - Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

    5. Lesson 13 - Next Steps and Resources

    6. Lesson 14 - Conclusion

    7. Lesson 15 - Questions and Answers

About this course

  • Free
  • 18 lessons

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Make sure you’re truly set up to collect everything you’re owed. Whether you’re just starting out or already releasing music, this STEP will walk you through what publishing is, how money flows from your songs, and what simple actions you can take today to protect your rights and start earning.

  • Understand what music publishing is and why it matters

  • Know who gets paid when your music is used

  • Keep track of who helped make each song

  • Register your songs so you can collect your money

  • Avoid common mistakes that cost artists income

  • Stay organized and ready for every release

  • Start turning your songs into long-term income

Instructor

Co-Founder 24/7 Artists Yudu Gray Jr

Yudu Gray Jr. is an entrepreneur and educator with over 15 years of music industry experience. He’s been a part of multiple GRAMMY-winning projects and co-founded 24/7 Artists to help indie creatives take control of their careers through tools, education, and mentorship.

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