FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

🎵 Why do you need the artist’s date of birth? You need their DOB for contracts and rights registrations, Licensing and Sync including: 1. Publishing agreements A valid contract usually requires: Legal name Date of birth Address Signature DOB helps confirm identity and prevents disputes later. 2. Copyright registration If you register the song for them, the U.S. Copyright Office requires: Legal name Year of birth (full DOB optional but common) 3. PRO registration (ASCAP, BMI, SESAC) When you register a songwriter: DOB is required to verify identity Prevents duplicate or fraudulent accounts Ensures royalties go to the right person 4. Distributor or label paperwork If you’re handling releases through: DistroKid TuneCore CD Baby UnitedMasters Symphonic etc. They often require DOB for: Tax forms Identity verification Royalty payouts 🎤 When you do NOT need the DOB You don’t need it for: Public metadata Album credits Streaming platform listings Marketing materials Stage name usage The public never sees the DOB unless the artist wants it shared. 🎯 Bottom line You can’t legally publish a song for someone without verifying who they are. DOB is part of that verification, even if it never appears publicly. For more information call Harmony @ 516.928.6488 For cuetrax Studios call 848.264.7450