Viewing a Release

Summary

This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the release viewing interface within Revelator, enabling you to manage and analyze your music releases effectively. You'll learn how to access and interpret various sections such as overview, metadata, credits, rights, audio files, appearances, and analytics.​

By leveraging the Release Detail view, you can gain comprehensive insights into the performance, metadata accuracy, and distribution status of your release. Keep track of important notes and ensure warnings are addressed to maintain the integrity of your catalog.

Prerequisites

• An existing release in the Revelator platform.​

• Necessary permissions to view release details and analytics.​

The Revelator platform provides a flexible and dynamic interface to view and manage your releases. You can choose between different viewing modes and adjust the table settings to suit your preferences.

View Options

List View and Grid View:

• You can toggle between List View and Grid View by clicking on the respective icons at the top right of the catalog page.

• Grid View: Shows album covers and essential metadata in a visual layout, suitable for browsing through releases quickly.

• List View: Displays releases in a table format, which is useful for comparing metadata and tracking release dates.

Adjusting Table Settings

• Click on the Settings Icon (usually represented by a gear or three dots) at the top right of the release list.

• Select Table Options to customize your view:

  • Comfortable Mode: Larger row height for easier reading and navigation.

  • Compact Mode: Smaller row height to display more items on the screen.

• You can also choose which Columns to display in the table, including Title, Artist, Release Date, Distribution Status, and more.

• Save your preferred settings to ensure they are retained for future sessions.

Filter Options for Release Management

The filtering system in Revelator is designed to help you quickly locate specific releases within a large catalog.

Distribution Status:

• Choose from:

  • Never Distributed: Releases that have not yet been published.

  • Processing: Releases currently being prepared for distribution.

  • Issues: Releases that encountered problems or errors.

  • Distributed: Successfully published releases.

  • Taken Down: Releases that have been removed from platforms.

Date Filters:

• Release Date: Select a specific date range to view releases that were published during that time.

• Creation Date: Filter releases based on when they were originally created.

• Quick selections are available for Last 3 days, Last 7 days, and Last 30 days.

Type Filters:

• Choose between EP, LP, or Singles to narrow your search.

Additional Filters:

• Genres: Quickly locate releases within a specific genre.

• Payees: Filter releases based on associated payees.

• Metadata Language: Select releases with metadata in a particular language.

• Smart Links: Enable or disable to see releases that include smart link integrations.

Accessing the Release Dashboard

To view a release, navigate to Catalog > Releases and select the desired release from the list. The release dashboard consists of several key sections accessible from the side menu:​

1. Overview: High-level snapshot of the release, performance metrics, distribution status, and actions.

2. Metadata: Comprehensive details about the release, including language, title, genre, label, and rights.

3. Tracks: List of all tracks with details such as title, duration, metadata, and audio preview.

4. Rights: Information on publishing rights, royalty splits, and legal agreements.

5. Distribution: Platform management, takedown history, and real-time distribution status.

6. Analytics: Insights into streaming data, revenue reports, geographical distribution, and payee information.

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1. Overview

The Overview section provides a high-level snapshot of the release, including:

• Release Title and Subtitle: Official title and any secondary information.

• Primary Artist: The main artist associated with the release.

• Label Name: The record label responsible for distribution.

• Release Status: Indicates the current status (e.g., Draft, Published, Takedown).

• Performance Metrics: Displays key performance data such as streams and revenue trends over time.

• Distribution Status: Shows how many platforms the release is live on, processing, facing issues, or taken down.

• Smart Links: Direct access to promotional or platform links for the release.

• Actions: Options to Edit, Distribute, Download Metadata, and Add Notes.

• Download metadata or asset files directly from the release detail page.

Managing Warnings and Errors

• Any issues related to the release are highlighted in the Warnings section.

• Click Review & Fix to view specific metadata problems or distribution errors and address them promptly.

Smart Links View and manage Smart Links that direct listeners to streaming platforms.

Check Platform Availability by clicking Services, which shows a list of platforms the release is available on.

You can export metadata and assets directly from the release page in CSV or XLSX formats and Download cover art or audio assets as needed.

Verification / Expected Outcomes

By following this guide, you should be able to:​

• Access and navigate the release dashboard.​

• View and edit release metadata and credits.​

• Distribute releases to DSPs.

• Analyze performance metrics effectively.​

Tips and Best Practices for Managing Releases

• Regularly use filters to maintain an organized view, especially if managing multiple artists or large catalogs.

  Regularly update metadata to ensure accuracy across platforms.​

• Customize the table settings to match your workflow and save the preferences.

• Use grid mode for quick visual inspection and list mode for detailed data analysis.

• Monitor analytics to make informed decisions about marketing and promotions.​

• Maintain clear records of rights and credits to ensure proper royalty distribution.​

Troubleshooting & FAQ

• Q: Why can't I see analytics data for my release?

  • Ensure that the release has been published and has accumulated streams or sales. Analytics data may take time to populate.​

• Q: How do I update incorrect metadata?

  • Navigate to the Metadata tab, click Edit, make the necessary changes, and save.​

Additional Resources

• Revelator Knowledge Base

• Music Metadata Style Guide

• Managing Your Releases

By utilizing each of these sections, you can effectively monitor and manage your release, ensuring its accuracy and performance across various distribution platforms.