An ISRC (International Standard Recording Code) is the globally recognized identifier that uniquely identifies a specific sound recording (audio) or a music video. It functions like an official fingerprint for a recording: platforms and reporting systems use ISRCs to track, match, and reference the exact recording used in streaming, downloads, broadcasting, and licensing contexts.
Proper ISRC management helps you:
Prevent confusion between similar releases (radio edit, clean, remix, live, remaster)
Improve tracking across DSPs and reporting systems
Maintain consistent identification when distributing through multiple partners
Reduce metadata errors that can affect discovery and reporting
Keep your catalog structured for scalable growth and long-term control
ISRC Assignment
Included:
ISRC assignment per sound recording or music video
A structured recording registry with consistent naming and version logic
Prevention of duplicates and formatting errors
Clear labeling standards for version titles and subtitles

Version Mapping
Included:
Identification of when a recording is the same vs. a new version
Rules-based mapping for edits, new mixes/masters, remixes, and alternates
Control of re-releases and distributor changes while preserving correct identifiers

Metadata Standardization
Included:
Primary artist, featured artists (as provided)
Track title and version labeling
Recording-level notes for alternates (clean/explicit, instrumental, edit, live, remix)
Duration and internal consistency checks
Release planning fields for clean delivery workflows

Delivery Package
Included:
A clean ISRC register (shareable spreadsheet format)
A version map (so everyone knows what each ISRC refers to)
Distributor-ready guidance to implement identifiers correctly
A structured archive suitable for ongoing catalog management

Expert Support
Included:
We provide practical guidance to keep your catalog stable over time.
Consultation for release planning and version strategy
Pre-release review and best-practice recommendations (plan dependent)
Ongoing support options for catalogs with continuous releases

Examples ISRC
Included:
Artists releasing music independently with a professional workflow
Labels managing multiple releases and contributor variations
Producers and teams handling multiple versions per track
Catalog owners consolidating and cleaning back-catalog data

Ready to professionalize your catalog?
Yes—each recording should have its own ISRC.
If the audio is materially different (edit, remix, live, new mix/master, clean/explicit differences), the version generally needs a new ISRC. We confirm this during version mapping.You should own the rights to the design and every image or visual element it contains. The design information should be consistent with all the information entered in the metadata of the release.
Yes. We can audit existing releases, clean duplicates, correct inconsistencies, and prepare a stable registry for future releases.
No. ISRC identifies a recording. UPC/EAN identifies the release product (single/EP/album).
If the recording is the same, the ISRC should remain consistent when moving between distributors or re-releasing.
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