When should I organize unreleased songs?
Start before pitching or release planning. Waiting until the deadline makes metadata, versions, and approvals harder to confirm.
Workflow / Workflow
Organize unreleased songs before release pressure hits
Unreleased songs need structure before deadlines arrive. The goal is to keep versions, metadata, artwork, contacts, and sharing context ready.
Step 1: Build the song record
Start with a single song record, then attach tracks, artwork, notes, and known metadata. Do not let each export become its own disconnected asset.
Step 2: Group by real decisions
Use playlists for release candidates, pitch shortlists, collaborator review, and campaign planning.
Step 3: Track missing context
Use actions for missing splits, artwork, metadata, approvals, and follow-up work.
Questions
Should demos and masters live together?
They should stay connected to the same song record, with clear version labels and status.
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