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One person's read on what actually gets songs cleared, what supervisors ask for, and how independent artists get paid — from a small non-exclusive rep in Montana. No affiliate links, no gated PDFs on the clearance education. If your songs pass, apply.
Accepting applications through September 30, 2026.
One-stop and easy-clear are the two words that decide whether your song even gets shortlisted. They're not the same thing, and most songwriters get one right and the other wrong. Here's how to audit yours.
Songtradr is retiring its artist Marketplace on September 1, 2026. If you were pitching there, here's what actually still takes independent catalogs — and how to pick your next home without repeating the same mistake.
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Three ways to work with us: non-exclusive at 60/40, exclusive at 70/30, or exclusive plus US publishing administration at 75/25 + 80/20.