How to submit your songs to music libraries for ad placements, tv commercials and more.

Learn how to submit your music to #musiclibraries for use in tv commercials, ad campaigns, and more. If you're looking for insight on how to get your music placed within production music libraries this quick video will help you get started on the journey! Learn about P.R.O.'s like SESAC, ASCAP, and BMI. Learn how to approach music libraries and develop working relationships that can help you to earn royalty income from licensing your music.
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SUBMIT TO LIBRARY SAMPLE LETTER:
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[@martymodus7205]

Thanks for explaining this topic in a no-nonsense way without trying to market some ridiculously expensive "get successful quick" class. So refreshing to learn something simple, concrete, and important instead of just another outline of what I don't know but can know for a modest fee.

[@beatzbygphi]

I'm considering submitting music that I have made to music libraries and found your video informative and useful. Thanks for making this video! 👨🏽‍💻👍🏽

[@donnellhicks]

Thank you I have done most of this and still trying to get a foot in the door. I don't give up and I know you didn't.

[@jimmeymcgee2840]

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[@joeyoutrippin3115]

This is the most comprehensive video I’ve seen on sync licensing. Thank you

[@music7studios]

Thanks a lot for making this video! The information is very well put together, and it clears up a lot of points for me.

[@artofchloelou]

Thank you for explaining this so clearly.

[@mickwarfield2447]

You were very helpful. I now feel confident about the path I need to take. Thank you!

[@apb123]

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[@henryfranckmusic]

Thanks for this video. And thank you for the sample letter. Greatly appreciated

[@baiijoune]

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[@keithdorsey1521]

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[@commercialtraxx9778]

Thank you...More to come!

[@itsredge]

Thanks for the Information & the letter template.

[@fortworthless2936]

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[@GICMusic]

Thank you for this video

[@brandnew622]

Thank you for the information

[@CortneyWarren2050]

Thank you brother I appreciate that. I have sync music just sitting on my hard drive. I was discouraged, but I'll push forward again. I can't give up on my dream of making a living off of my music.

[@trinaberry7262]

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[@brucehathcockmusic]

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[@scottyjewlz]

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[@beatsbymod120]

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[@chriswilliamstunes1]

When you emIl these libraries, Keep it quick and brief. At the end of the day, your music is your voice. Less said the better. Alot of libraries like it when you send 10 to 15 so g albums. As he just said, Find out with a introduction email on how many songs and what their submission protocol is. 👍👍

[@randybadthomas]

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[@dennyps1]

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[@CrystalReneeMusic]

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[@wgnwBash]

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[@dafingaz]

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[@MsRisabel]

Thank you for this wonderful and succinct video-- super helpful! Quick question-- is it important to mix and master your submissions before reaching out to libraries? Many thanks for all your help here!

[@i_have_crippling._.depress4630]

of course is important, if you don´t want to do it yourself you should find someone to work with or at least pay someone to do it for you, is a must do type of thing!!

[@MsRisabel]

@@i_have_crippling._.depress4630 Thanks, yes! It certainly makes the most sense :)

[@DibeFLaba]

Thanks for the content! Just a quick question: Is the process for submitting as a recording artist the same as when submitting as a producer?

[@commercialtraxx9778]

Process is the same as long as you are the copyright owner and of course if the library is looking for music that features artists in their library that's very common these days. Good luck!

[@user-qc6gi6pl8e]

Sir! have you ever come across a singer that sings a somewhat unknown song called How Long Will It Take and if you do know this person or the singer could you be please let me know who it is or could be. The reason why i ask is because the song was found in bootleg dvd's which makes me believe it's a commercially used song any info would/could help.@@commercialtraxx9778

[@ProducerRC]

Good info. But don’t be surprised if you do submit/email everything properly and you still don’t get a response…particularly from production music libraries.

[@fingerwaves]

I have a question about a PRO. I’ve been registered with BMI under my name but how can I get royalties if I’m producing under my Company name AKL Productions

[@commercialtraxx9778]

Your writers royalty is your writer’s share of the copyright earnings. If you have a company - you would create a publishing company with BMI to receive the publisher’s share of the composition. If you are the both the writer and the publisher that’s how you receive 100% of “all” earnings. You would then register your works where you would be the writer and your “company” would be the publisher. Remember copyrights have the potential to earn you both the writer’s share and the publishers share (unless you sign that “publisher” share or a portion of it over). Both shares combined equal 100% of a songs earnings.

[@edwardeaster8028]

Hi mr. Todd Jones my name is Edward Easter. I’m trying learn about the music business to find a new carer, as a composer and writer. I’m in Illinois,

[@Beatsnmotivation]

Do you summit your music to bmi first? Or can I just send projects out to libraries. I already have a bmi account but don’t know if I should do that first.

[@joshuaheywood9988]

Did you figure this out?

[@DB-uh7ks]

Some libraries will register the accepted tracks for you. They should let you know whether you'd need to take action. Uou don't need to submit to PRO prior to submitting to libraries

[@Beatsnmotivation]

@@DB-uh7ks much thanks ur the best ‼️

[@jeromegolden7245]

Heed!

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[@user-eh4jk4pj4d]

What if i live outside the US?Can i still join a US PRO like BMI?

[@commercialtraxx9778]

My understanding is yes. You can still join a us based PRO if you like. I would still inquire with them about the details if you are still an affiliate with a PRO in your home country. But to answer the question yes, you can join BMI even if you are not living in the US. All the best!

[@HOLLASOUNDS]

What is your process of protecting your copyright of music before submitting it?

[@commercialtraxx9778]

I would just keep my catalog up to date in regards to registering all my songs with my PRO. Include somewhere in your submission that you are registered (ASCAP, BMI, SESAC) when you submit your material, this would be enough to deter any foul play. The fact that you've registered your works with your PRO and the digital proof (recording sessions, midi files etc.) these are proof that you created the work -that should be enough to prove this is "your" intellectual property even if you haven't gone through the Library of Congress copyright phase. Hope that helps.

[@HOLLASOUNDS]

@@commercialtraxx9778 I see, appreciate that, I thought Ascap was about selling musical product rather then copyright protection. How much does it cost to register on Ascap?

[@zamar2059]

Research Research Research thanks for the ifno

[@jai.joylove]

What about music you've made already that are more full songs (3+ minutes).

[@commercialtraxx9778]

Nothing wrong with submitting the "Full" songs for review in an attempt to start a relationship with a library. Understandably, If you already created the tracks it's easier for you to get something submitted quickly. The recommendation for shorter songs is more for the convenience of the music supervisors who may be reviewing your submission. Keep in mind, there's nothing wrong with creating edited versions of your song depending on the library you are submitting to as many of them request broadcast cuts: 15sec 30sec 60sec. Hope that helps!

[@rhasheedadavis1387]

I thought we copyrighted our music and the submit our music to the music library submits the music to a PRO?

[@rhasheedadavis1387]

Is the music library not the considered the publisher who gets the publishers share?

[@commercialtraxx9778]

Yes there are cases where the library can submit to the PRO - mostly if they own a vested interest (all or part of the publishing depending on your contract). There are many cases where a library may not own any publishing. Cases like a library using a direct license might be based on licensing fees for use as opposed royalty payments from copyright ownership. You always want to register your works with the PRO for yourself this way you know it's been done. If said publisher isn't on they're game - your still registered if earnings show up the writers share has been submitted by you and you're sure of it now. Also keep in mind that you can create your own publishing company. If you do you are at least in a position to negotiate for a part of the publishers share in addition to your writers share. Remember there is no rule that says all of publishing has to go to the library. You might not get any of it but at least you're in a position to have the conversation! So while its possible for them to submit but that's not always the case. Some licensing models may not require it and so it falls back on you to be absolutely sure your works got registered.

[@commercialtraxx9778]

@@rhasheedadavis1387 That depends on the business model of each music library. Also depends on whether or not your music is a "Work for Hire" they would typically own and ultimately control the copyright in that case. If they (library) doesn't pay you up front for using your music and many don't then you are granting them permission to use or try to secure a placement for you. In that scenario whether or not they are the "publisher" would depend on what is outlined in your contract. In any event it's wiser to register your own works outside of whatever the library would do. Let's the library know other folks like my PRO is looking out for any potential earnings on my behalf. In short the contract outlines if they are the "publisher" or not. There is no guarantee that they have registered your works at the very least look at your account with your PRO and see if your works are showing up in the catalog and the correct ownership is in place.

[@adrie8779]

Hi can I hire you as a personal consultant? I’m a new music producer in California.

[@commercialtraxx9778]

Thanks for the vote of confidence - unable to commit to that but if you have questions, i'll definitely try to help where I can!

[@DeltaXMusic]

Awesome video. Thank you!