Globex Music Editorial Team
The Globex Music Editorial Team writes practical guides for independent artists on releasing music and cover songs: mechanical licensing, distribution, metadata, ISRC and UPC codes, royalties and artist profiles on streaming platforms. Legal and licensing topics are checked against primary sources such as the U.S. Copyright Office, The MLC, the Harry Fox Agency, ASCAP and BMI, and against the official help centers of the platforms. Articles are reviewed and updated when rules or platform requirements change; the date of the last update is shown on every article.
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Why a Legally Distributed Cover Song Can Still Receive a YouTube Copyright Claim
Nov 1, 2026
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Cover Songs and YouTube Content ID: Eligibility, Conflicting Claims and Revenue Explained
Nov 1, 2026
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Can You Monetize a Cover Song on YouTube After Distributing It to Streaming Services?
Oct 31, 2026
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Mechanical vs Synchronization Rights: Why Audio Distribution Does Not Clear a Cover Music Video
Oct 31, 2026
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Streaming vs Downloads: When Does a Cover Song Require Additional Mechanical Licensing?
Oct 30, 2026
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Do You Need a Mechanical License When Releasing a Cover Song Only on Spotify?
Oct 30, 2026
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Which Streaming Platforms Accept Independently Recorded Cover Songs in 2026?
Oct 29, 2026
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Can One Distributor Deliver a Cover Song to Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube at the Same Time?
Oct 29, 2026
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How to Release a Cover Song on Bandcamp When Fans Can Buy Permanent Downloads
Oct 28, 2026
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How to Send a Cover Song to Shazam and Make Sure It Matches the Correct Recording
Oct 28, 2026
