Resources, Etc.

Below are some links and information that may help the process of making a record run a bit smoother. Also there is some general information about the industry and other aspects of making music.

I'll add to and rearrange this page as I go, and have time to update it. Feel free to drop me a line and let me know anything you think I should add to this page.

ISRC Codes

ISRC Codes are little bits of info embedded into the data info on an audio CD that uniquely identifies a music recording. They are essential in identifying and tracking any recording available to the public. iTunes now requires all available recordings to have an isrc code. They also help you get royalties and such for radio play, etc.
Very simple to get. Just apply through the RIAA and they will assign you a code that you use for all of your recordings.

Go Here - www.riaa.com/issues/audio/isrc_faq.asp

For more information.
Note - They need to be added at the mastering stage when the Final Master is burned to CD-R, and before replication.

The RIAA

The RIAA - The Recording Industry Association of America - is a major resource for artists and musicians with info about copyright, collecting royalties, protecting your property and rights as an artist, isrc codes (important), and all sorts of other information.

Go to http://www.riaa.com/default.asp
All sorts of important info!

Allmusic.com

All Music Guide (AMG) - also All Media Guide - is an online database for the recording industry with links to purchase albums, see credits, read reviews, liner notes, artist discographies, etc. Referenced by artist name, album, song, etc. Chok-full-of information!

All major labels, and most independent labels habitually send releases to AMG as standard. The music industry sees the place as the industry standard discography, credit, and information database.

Submitting your album to AMG is relatively easy. Just send them a copy, plus any related info such as a press release, photos, etc.

Go to http://www.allmusic.com
At the bottom of the page is a link for product submission. Follow the simple instructions and wait a few weeks.

Their address is:
Product Submissions
All Media Guide
1168 Oak Valley Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48108