Catalog Promotion FAQ
Can we submit any tracks as long as they were released a year ago or more?
That is correct, you can submit any tracks from your catalogue as long as they were released one year ago or prior, and all of your tracks are under 90 minutes total!
I’d like more info on the Catalog release promo.
Our Catalog promo works for track(s) that were released at least one year ago. We can send out as many tracks as you would like to as many lists as you would like for a fixed cost. No promotional email will be sent out to release recipients; however, ...
What is the cost of this promotion you are running?
You can see the cost at the final step when setting up your release!
Where do I find the Cataog promo that was advertised in your recent email?
If you login to your Caster account and upload your releases, select the release year in Step 1 and make sure it was released at least 1 year ago. Once you have selected your desired applicable packages - apply the promo code at checkout.
Because our Catalog comprises two very different genres, is it possible to have two separate campaigns at one time?
You can have two separate campaigns at the same time, you can use the code for two different submissions or as many times as you would like!
Could I select as many lists as I want for the same flat fee?
Yes, you can select as many lists as you would like. However, we would recommend choosing lists that are relevant to your track(s)!
Can I have a different cover art for each song?
If you are submitting multiple singles as one Catalog release, you can only include one artwork for the whole release. You could either choose the artwork of one of the singles or choose to make a new artwork that works for all of the singles.
I am interested in doing a Catalog release but I am not sure how to submit it via the portal. Is it just the same as a normal release?
Yes, it is the exact same as any other release! Please just make sure that the release year in Step One is selected and you include the promo code MUSICBUFFET2024 at Checkout. Keep in mind, this promo code is only for releases from 2023 or prior.
I’ve uploaded my tracks! How do I use the Catalog Promotion at checkout?
To activate this promotion, enter the PROMO CODE: MUSICBUFFET2024 in the “Discount Code” field in Step 4 of the submission process.
What is the price difference for multi-track Catalog submissions?
Catalog Releases are a flat fee specific to your currency. There is no increased cost for albums or EPs!
Can I repeat some tracks that may have been on a previous collection?
Yes, you can submit your tracks as long as they are older than one year! Doesn't matter if the track was already released from a previous collection!
If the songs have different release years, what should I put as the year of release?
Please insert the year of the oldest release. For each individual track, you can choose the correct years under the Copyright year.
Can I use the promo code multiple times for separate releases?
Yes, you can submit as many separate releases as you would like using the code MUSICBUFFET2024. This is especially useful if you have different genres across your catalog.
Can I upload multiple albums in one submission? (ie. Compilation Album)
Yes! As long as the total duration of your release is 90 minutes or less, and all tracks are at least one year old.
Does this promotion include email blasts/resends that will be seen by curators/stations?
No, there are no individual release emails with separate promo info sent for this promotion, however catalog will appear amidst the latest Releases feed in Player. Weekly summary emails will be sent to curators highlighting fresh catalog content ...
Can I apply the Catalog Promotion to an existing Caster release?
We cannot apply the Catalog Promotion to an existing Caster release campaign, however you’re welcome to create a new submission and apply the discount code to take advantage of the promotion!
I have a release I didn't originally distribute through Caster. Is this release eligible?
Yes, you still qualify for the promotion as long as they were released a year ago or more, even though they were not released through Play MPE! When submitting the release in Caster, please include the year of release in Step 1 for the promo code to ...
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