Exclusive window
A period where one store or platform gets the track first.
Beatport exclusives typically run one to four weeks before wide release. It can lift chart position, but it also delays streaming income.
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More release terms
- Distributor
The company that delivers your music to streaming platforms and stores.
- Metadata
The information attached to a track: artist, title, ISRC, credits, genre.
- ISRC
International Standard Recording Code, the unique ID for a recording.
- UPC / EAN
The barcode identifying a release (single, EP or album).
- White label
A vinyl release with no printed label information.
- Dubplate
A one off cut of an unreleased track for DJ use.