Metadata

Learn how to manage your track and release metadata on Revelator. This section covers all key metadata fields—Track Title, ISWC, Genres, Lyrics, Copyright Information, Language, and more

The Metadata section provides comprehensive details about the release, including:

---

Release-Level Metadata:

1

Metadata Language

The language used for all metadata fields.

2

Release Title & Version

The official release name and any versioning details (e.g. Deluxe, Remastered).

3

Primary & Secondary Genre

Main and secondary genre classifications.

4

Catalog ID

Internal identifier used by the label or distributor.

5

UPC (Universal Product Code)

A unique 12-digit code that identifies the release. Required for tracking, sales reporting, and DSP delivery.

6

Copyright Information

Copyright holder name and year of copyright.

7

Catalog ID

Internal identifier used by the label or distributor.

8

UPC (Universal Product Code)

A unique 12-digit code that identifies the release. Required for tracking, sales reporting, and DSP delivery.

9

Copyright Information

Copyright holder name and year of copyright.

---

Track-Level Metadata:

1

Track Title

The track’s name, including any version or content tags (e.g. explicit).

2

Title Version

The track’s name, including any version or content tags (e.g. explicit).

3

Language

The primary language of the track’s lyrics or spoken content.

4

Track Origin

Describes the composition type of the track. Original Work, Cover Song, or Public Domai

5

Track Properties

Describes the nature of the recording. Remix or Derivative, Samples or Stock, Mix or Compilation, Alternate Version, Special Genre, Non-Musical Content, Includes AI.

6

ISWC

International Standard Musical Work Code used to identify compositions.

7

Preview/Clip Start Time

International Standard Musical Work Code used to identify compositions.

8

Lyrics

Field for entering or managing track lyrics.

Best Practices

• Always double-check localized titles for accuracy in each language.

• Ensure your UPC and ISWC codes are valid and not duplicated.

• For UGC platforms, set a Preview Start Time that highlights the most engaging part of the track.