How To Submit To Music Libraries [Sync Academy Tutorial]
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This channel is a god send..you have motivated me more than ever and I have been successful with 3 music libraries, so far...Thank you!!!!
Congrats!! How are things working out so you so far with the opportunities?
That’s awesome man. How are things going 5 months down the road?
instablaster...
been watching you for over a year now & finally got a list of sync libraries to access & songs to submit. appreciate your gems.
Good luck!
You made this for me!!!! Love you fam. You and Rob Level are National Treasures
You're welcome!
Thanks for sharing your experience and advice. I took copious notes.
Glad you found it useful! Love your channel name 👍
Jeez dude... SOLID. THANK YOU.
Critical video! Amazing stuff brother.
Tons of great tips. Thanks so much. Clarifies the process.
Glad to help!
Great content.I love your Polka reference (not first time hearing it) might be a good quote for some merch haha.
Quick question. You mention to stay away from oversaturated and extremely undersaturated genres. How do we quantify that? Is there a number of songs that would be considered oversaturated or undersaturated? How to measure it?
Thanks!
Thank you 🙏
Great content! Thanks
So many gems!
i appreciate you mate....getting that sync edge soon
You're very welcome. See you in the group soon!
Thanx for sharing man.!!!
Thanks Jesse. Awesome and complete as always. I have a specific question though. When you’re sending a solicitation email to a library for the first time, do you link to a SoundCloud page with all of your titles, or do you pick 2-3 best songs in genres that relate to them as a separate, private upload?
Here's my in depth tutorial on submitting to Libraries: th-cam.com/video/_WphUIpCXrI/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for sharing this! Just a couple of questions left: this video has been shared almost 2 years ago; right now in 2022, would you suggest increasing the timeline for waiting for the library response, or do we need to stick to the same formula: submission - 1-2 weeks waiting for a reply - follow up - 1 more week of waiting before moving to another library? And the second question, if the library did not reply anything to your first submission, would you suggest reaching them again after some time with another album? Thanks in advance!
I would still use the same approach and timelines now in 2022. You can try to submit a new album to a Library that didn't reply. but I don't it would be my first choice. I would instead try a new company.
This was really useful Jesse, thanks! Even though I've been reaching out to libraries for some time now, there're some really great tips in here to better manage my submissions and really harpoon future attempts. I'd just like your opinion on this... There're alot of cinematic libraries out there that simply DO NOT list any submission or contact info for composers, would you recommend going ahead and contacting them by whatever email address is provided? I wouldn't want to spam or have my work seem unsolicited.
It's always a gamble with Libraries that don't have a "Composers submit here" option, but yes I think it's worth submitting (if your music is licensable and useful for them, they will consider bringing you on board).
@@SyncMyMusic thanks Jesse, appreciate it!
This video helped me a lot, thank you very much. I have a question, should I register my music and have the copyright before contacting those clients and showing my work?
Just sign up with a PRO (ASCAP, BMI) for your performance royalties
Hey Jesse, is this more about instrumentals or also finished songs w lyrics... specifically the 10-12 track album info
It can be for both!
can you do multiple versions of the same piece of music? so to provide different sound or mix of the music to a potential client? or do you have to provide individual tracks of the music so they can tweak the production/sound?
can you make say a basslne that gets picked up for use on hip-hop track?
Some Libraries will want various versions of your tracks and yes you will also likely need to provide the individual tracks alongside the master mix.
When you say have a full album, should it NOT be on the streaming platforms?
For exclusive Libraries they may or may not have an issue with your tracks also being distributed on streaming platforms. You just need to ask them when you submit to them.
Is there a distinction between stock music like pond 5 and audiojungle, and libraries that offer licenses for film and tv? Do the latter give you more creative freedom as opposed to sticking to one production style?
Yes, those royalty free sites will not earn you the kind of passive income that a TV/Film production Library can. This video explains more about the differences: th-cam.com/video/CYgo0vkoUTU/w-d-xo.html
do u have a video about song structure for TV Film?
YEs: th-cam.com/video/bQMFLqMLw8E/w-d-xo.html
A lot of channels that talk about sync licensing only state producers.
How does an artist get into these programs ?
You must have made this video specific for me my research has been a pretty rough
This is a common issue for most producers getting started in this business. You're not alone!
Thanks for the video, Jesse. Now I have a positive guitar song with a vocal. Do you know any good libraries for that style? Are there any libraries that only the chorus can be sent to (without other parts of song)?
Yes I recommend a few Libraries through Sync Edge that would accept positive guitar (i.e. "corporate") cues. And usually you'll need to send the entire track when pitching to a Library. www.syncedge.me
@@SyncMyMusic Sorry, but I need it for movie's trailer or cartoon's soundtrack. Not for corporate stock usage.
@@user-cp8wn3oc1n i don’t think you get to choose. Once you are in a library it would get pitch to different costumers. Maybe you have to search for a library that only serves TV and movies
Anyone can answer this but speaking of albums, I have a couple albums I put out through cdbaby. Can I use those albums for Sync libraries or does it have to be unreleased?
It depends on the Library. Some are ok with your music being out there, but others will want exclusive distribution. The best way to find out is to directly ask them. My Library Recommendation service can help you find reputable Libraries: www.syncedge.me
Do you offer consulting or mentorship one on one for film scoring placements?
Not at the moment. My Syndicate group is where I do offer feedback and individual guidance though. It's a private group within Sync Academy. I will be opening spots within a few weeks.
First thank you for all the amazing advice and tools. I have a question when a library accepts your songs. Does that mean you are in contract with them to produce more songs for them ? What’s the average amount of tracks you need to provide to them per month or year ?
Yes a Library will usually want you to continuously supply them with new tracks. I'd say a healthy rate would be 10-12 tracks per month, but every Library and composer will work at different paces.
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After you submit a track can you still use it on your own?
If it's a non-exclusive agreement yes!
Jesse, I am retired but still produce 2 or 3 albums a year. Is there any path for me in the business of submitting to music libraries if I only produce full songs with vocals, not instrumentals or orchestral music? They say do what you are good at, and that is what I am good at. Also, can you still sell your own music on your own website and/or Distrokid with some non exclusive libraries? BTW, your videos are excellent.
Yes you can certainly get your foot in the door with a few albums per year, but your timeline might be a bit longer that usual (I recommend my students shoot for producing 10-12 albums per year). And yes with non-exclusive libraries you can still sell/distribute your music anywhere else you want 👍
@@SyncMyMusic Thanks for the response. In your list of music libraries for sale, are there music libraries that look more for hit songs with vocals rather than just instrumental music?
@@miragemike Yes, most Libraries will accept full tracks with vocals (in fact, those are seen as more valuable).
@@SyncMyMusic I will sign up for those after I finish 2 songs that I am working on. You are providing a valuable service to the music community (paid or not). Congrats on your career in both sync and as a professional teacher. You have accomplished a lot in your life and are definitely paying it forward.
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I would like to sign up for the academy. How do I ????
You can join us here: www.syncacademy.me
Just a quick question: Is the process for submitting as a recording artist the same as when submitting as a producer? Thanks for the content!
Yes, the exact same.
Hi there, which PRO should I use when I live in Germany? I don't know yet where my possible royalties are coming from. Or doesn't it matter? Thanks for your time.
GEMA is your country's local PRO, but you can also partner directly with BMI or ASCAP if you plan to work with US Libraries.
@@SyncMyMusic thanks for the quick response. In your music directory library which you sell do you focus on US music sync libraries?
@@clemensmaguire2953 Yes the vast majority are based in the US.
it is safe to assume that you need to copyright your music before submitting to a library? from an artist's perspective.
You create a copyright the minute your music is in a tangible form (mp3 or DAW session).
Is there a fee to submit your music to libraries?do u need to pay for a sync license? Seems everybody asking for money
No, none of my recommended Libraries require any payments to submit (in fact many of them will pay you a fee for taking your tracks into their catalogue).
Also im a syncedge member where is the review section?
Email me and I'll make sure you get the right link.
When you compile an album are you thinking in terms of content for a specific movie/show? I thought I had my list of 10 but now I'm not so sure... I just started with sync academy and edge but would love feedback on my current 10
Can I release my songs and submit to sync libraries?
To non-exclusive ones yes. To exclusive ones, you need to ask them.
@@SyncMyMusic so if its a exclusive library they'll own full rights to your music? depending on the deal?
Can I send a track to you.
Through Pro Feedback, yes: www.profeedback.me
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