What metadata can I update in a release?

What metadata can I update in a release?

Metadata that can be updated

  • Release's and track's titles.
  • Artwork (Cover art). No pending deliveries are required. 
  • Information regarding “Remix” or “Version” on album and track(s) levels.
  • Artist collaborations, except the “Primary” artist.
  • Primary artist name (the artist should be the same, but a name change, or typo correction can be requested.
  • Label.
  • Release's and track's genre.
  • Language of the album and track(s).
  • “Explicit Content” information.
  • Price tier.
  • Digital release date.
  • Original release date.
  • License type.
  • License holder ©.
  • Copyright for sound recordings ℗.
  • Territories of publication.
  • Audio file (MasterNo pending deliveries are required. 

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