Globex Music

Public domain covers skip songwriting royalties but not all the rules. Here's what actually changes when you release one.

A step-by-step method for confirming who owns the publishing on a cover song before you submit it for streaming distribution.

A label-level look at how mechanical licensing works when distributing dozens of cover songs at once.

Why cover artists shouldn't stop at Spotify and Apple Music — a look at niche platform distribution in 2026.

The real cost of cover song distribution isn't the sticker price — it's what happens after you upload.

What actually happens when a cover song license gets registered, and how automatic licensing changes the process.

How to turn your first cover song royalty payout into a self-funding release cycle, with real numbers.

How a solo artist can legally and affordably release cover songs in 2026, without a band, a label, or a big budget.

A data-driven method for picking cover songs worth recording, based on real demand signals rather than guesswork.

What distributors mean by 'fast moderation' varies widely. Here's how review timelines actually compare, and why it matters most for cover releases.