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Create EP music and maximize your music royalties

In the music industry, one of the ways artists earn income is music royalty. Music royalty refers to income generated based on the number of plays and sales of songs, and its importance is increasing with the spread of digital streaming services in particular.

EP Music stands for Extended Play and is a release format that sits between an album and a single. Usually, EPs contain 4-6 tracks and are a common format for new or existing artists to release new tracks. This article will cover everything from creating EP music to maximizing your music royalties.

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Merits of EP Music

There are several benefits to EP music. First, it costs less to produce than a full-length album and allows artists to release new tracks with less risk. Continuous release of EPs also makes it easier to maintain relationships with fans. In addition, short and frequent releases allow listeners to receive new music and increase streaming views.

How to Maximize Music Royalty

Here are some tips to maximize your music royalties when releasing EP music.

1. Choosing the right distribution platform

Choosing the right distribution platform is important to get your EP music to listeners. In addition to major streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music, you should also look at new platforms such as TikTok and SoundOn. This will allow you to reach a wide audience of listeners.

2. Pitch to the playlist

Pitching to a playlist is a great way to increase the number of plays for your EP music. Reach out to curators at Spotify or other DSPs (digital service providers) to showcase your music. Being added to a playlist can help you reach new listeners and increase your music royalties.

3. Use of Social Media

Social media is a powerful tool for artists to connect directly with their fans. Announcing the release of a new EP and sharing music introductory videos and live performance videos can increase engagement with fans. TikTok is particularly effective as a place for music promotion, and it is possible to spread EP music through SoundOn.SoundOnUse it to bring your music to even more listeners.

4. Collaboration and Remix

Collaborating and remixing with other artists is an effective way to attract new listeners. By partnering with artists from different genres, you can share each other s fan base and gain new fans. And by releasing a remix version, you can make the same song feel fresh.

5. Effective Marketing Strategy

When releasing EP music, an effective marketing strategy is essential. Prior to release, teaser videos, press releases, interviews, and information can be spread in advance to attract listeners' attention. Also, using a marketing support platform like SoundOn allows for strategic and effective promotion.

Summary

EPs are a much easier format to produce and release than albums, and are very useful for both old and new artists. There are many ways to maximize music royalties, such as choosing the right distribution platform, pitching to playlists, and using social media. In particular, new platforms such as TikTok and SoundOn have the potential to be even more successful.

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