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Hey Linda, I spent some time listening to your sound "Some Where In Time" the production feels intentional, especially the way you handled . Quick question though! are you building your catalog with sync licensing in mind, or mainly focusing on releases/streaming right now?
I was hoping to license my songs.
Hey Linda, that's great to hear. Licensing is actually where a lot of independent catalogs can generate long term value if the music is positioned correctly. When I was listening to "Some Where In Time," it felt like the kind of track that could work in film or TV depending on how the catalog around it is structured. Out of curiosity, are you currently pitching your songs directly to libraries/supervisors, or mostly submitting through platforms like Broadjam? Also, how large is your catalog right now? I usually see the best results when artists have a small group of tracks optimized specifically for sync rather than just uploading songs randomly.
All my songs are on Broadjam to hear. I have videos for all of them on TikTok and Youtube and Instagram. I think they would be good for movies. I even have ideas for scripts I would like to develop for them. Most are the soundtrack for the movie I had in mind. I have not submitted my songs anywhere. I am signed up with Tunecore. Whatever they may do, I am not sure. I wrote the lyrics. I had the music composed and the singing done through Fiverr. I am always hoping that someone will see the unique originality of my songs and give them a better life.
Hey Linda, I appreciate you sharing that. It actually helps me understand your catalog a lot better. The interesting thing is that what you're describing, writing songs that already have a story or film concept behind them; is exactly the type of material that can work for sync if it's positioned correctly. The challenge I see quite often though is that platforms like Broadjam, TuneCore, or social platforms like TikTok, YouTube and Instagram mainly function as distribution and exposure tools, but they don't usually structure a catalog in the way music supervisors or licensing libraries expect to see it. For example, when songs are created through collaborators (like producers or vocalists from Fiverr), there are also a few important details around metadata, rights clarity, and catalog positioning that can affect whether a track is even considered for film or TV placements. And also having 34 songs is actually a solid catalog. That's more than enough material to build a licensing-ready portfolio if the tracks are organized the right way. One thing I've noticed when reviewing catalogs on platforms like Broadjam is that many artists have strong songs, but the catalog itself isn't structured in the way film and TV supervisors typically search for music. So even good tracks end up being invisible. For example, supervisors usually look for things like clear metadata, alternate versions, instrumental availability, and consistent mood categories when they review a catalog. Out of curiosity, have you ever had anyone review your catalog from a sync/licensing perspective, or have you mainly been uploading the songs as finished releases?
I have never had anyone review my catalog for any reason. I have just been uploading the songs as finished releases and hoped to find that someone was interested in licensing a song to sing themselves.
And, thank you for the 5-star rating. I appreciate it.
Hey Linda, that actually makes a lot of sense, and honestly it's how most independent songwriters start out, they upload their songs and hope the right person eventually finds them. The thing many artists don't realize is that before music supervisors, publishers, or licensing libraries even consider a catalog, the songs usually need to be organized and presented in a very specific way. Things like metadata structure, alternate versions, and how the catalog is positioned for different types of placements can make a big difference in whether the music gets noticed. With 34 songs already written, you actually have enough material to build a licensing-ready catalog, which is a great starting point. From time to time I help artists review their catalogs from a sync and licensing perspective to see where the opportunities might be and where things may need adjustment before pitching. If you'd like, we could talk a bit more about your catalog and what direction you'd like to take it. It's usually easier to discuss outside the comment section here. You can reach me at patrickumeshsocial@gmail.com and just mention that it's you from Broadjam.
Thank you for the 5 star rating on my songs, "Love Was Born" and "I"m The Avenging Angel". I appreciate it. Linda
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Thank you for your review of my song. I very much appreciate your consideration.