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Fair Use in Music: What It Really Means for Songwriters, Artists, and Publishers
Fair use is a legal defense, not a permission slip. Learn how courts actually evaluate fair use in music, what the landmark Supreme Court cases mean, and why relying on it casually can put songwriters and publishers at risk.
Why You Received a YouTube Copyright Claim from CHOIS MUSIC and What to Do Next
Got a YouTube copyright claim from CHOIS MUSIC? Learn why it happens, common misconceptions about covers and public domain, and when you should or should not file an appeal.
YouTube SRAV CMS vs Publishing CMS: What’s the Difference?
Learn the difference between YouTube SRAV CMS and Publishing CMS, how each system collects royalties, and why both are essential for artists, songwriters, and music publishers earning money on YouTube.
Mechanical vs Performance Royalties
Mechanical, performance, and sync royalties come from different uses of your song. This plain-English guide explains how each works, who collects them, and why YouTube has created a new sync-like royalty most songwriters miss.
YouTube Synchronization Royalties Explained: How Direct Publishing Income Works
Learn how YouTube Synchronization royalties really work, why they’re classified as direct publishing income, and how songwriters, publishers, and CMOs can collect platform-specific YouTube synchronization royalties at scale.
PitchChanger.io: A Free Online Tool to Change Pitch and Speed in Your Browser
PitchChanger.io is a free browser-based tool that lets you change the pitch and speed of audio without ever uploading your files. Built by musician and founder David Choi, it’s designed for singers, players, teachers, and collaborators who want fast, private control over their tracks.
What Does a Music Publisher Actually Do? (Plain-English Breakdown)
Most songwriters know they “need a publisher” but don’t really know what a publisher does. This plain-English guide breaks down what music publishers actually do all day - and how good administration can uncover royalties you didn’t know you were missing.
What Is Music Publishing? A Simple Guide for Songwriters
Music publishing is how songwriters earn money when their songs are used, streamed, or performed. This simple guide explains the basics - what rights you have, how royalties work, and why proper publishing can help you collect more of the money you’re owed.