Overview
The Catalog module is your comprehensive database for managing recordings (masters) and compositions (musical works). It automatically enriches your catalog with DSP identification codes, metadata, and connections to contracts and royalty statements.
Key Features
Recordings
Manage master recordings with ISRCs, metadata, and ownership information.
Compositions
Track musical works with ISWCs, writer splits, and publisher data.
Auto-Enrichment
Automatically populate metadata from DSPs and industry databases.
Radar
Monitor terms and territories across your catalog.
Catalog Structure
Recordings vs Compositions
Understanding the difference is key to effective catalog management:| Aspect | Recordings | Compositions |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Master recordings (the sound) | Musical works (the song) |
| Identifier | ISRC | ISWC |
| Rights | Master rights | Publishing rights |
| Owners | Labels, artists | Writers, publishers |
| Revenue | Streaming, sales | Performance, mechanical |
Data Sources
Catalog data comes from multiple sources:Contract Extraction
When you upload contracts, recordings and compositions mentioned are automatically added to your catalog.Statement Processing
Royalty statements contain asset data that populates and enriches your catalog.Manual Entry
Add or edit catalog items directly through the interface.DSP Enrichment
Connect to streaming platforms to pull official metadata:- Spotify
- Apple Music
- Amazon Music
- And more
Navigation
Access the Catalog through the sidebar:- Click Catalog in the main navigation
- Use the sub-navigation to switch between:
- Recordings - Master recordings
- Compositions - Musical works
- Radar - Term and territory monitoring
- Territories - Geographic rights coverage
- Terms - Contract term analysis
Catalog Health
Monitor the completeness and accuracy of your catalog:| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Complete | All required fields populated |
| Incomplete | Missing key identifiers or metadata |
| Unmatched | Statement assets not linked to catalog |
| Conflicts | Conflicting data between sources |
Getting Started
Review Extracted Assets
Start by reviewing recordings and compositions extracted from your contracts.