EP 8: What Is a Cover Song and How To Distribute Song Covers

Host Krissy discusses some tips on how to get started withcover songs and provides a quick update about her music. While musicians often post cover songs on social media platforms, like Instagram and YouTube, it is important to understand the steps to distribute a cover song on streamingplatforms like Spotify, where you can earn royalties when it streams. Getting a license for a cover song ensures that the original artist will still earn royalties for their work. If you’re wondering, “Can I put cover songs on Spotify?” Yes, you can! Check out this episode to learn some tips on how to get started with cover songs through common distributors for indie artists. Check out this episode if you’re looking for answers to the following: What is a mechanical license?Can I remix a cover song?How do you distribute a cover song?Can you make money with a song cover?Which distributors allow you to upload a cover song?Follow @musicianpod on Instagram and subscribe to@musicianpodcast on YouTube!Instagram: @krissy.musicYouTube: @krissymusicchannelSources: https://support.distrokid.com/hc/en-us/articles/360013648953-Uploading-Cover-Songs-to-DistroKidhttps://cdbaby.com/music-distribution/cover-song-licensing/https://www.tunecore.com/cover-song-licensinghttps://www.easysong.com/services/licensing/get-permission/cover-songs/https://www.songfile.com/