World Famous V.I.P. Records

1. Are you registered with a Performing Rights Organization (ASCAP, BMI, SOCAN, etc.)? Yes No

2. Have you registered your songs with copyright authorities? Yes No

3. Do you own or have licensing rights for all your original music and samples? Yes No

4. Do you use copyright notices on all releases? Yes No

5. Do you have legal contracts with collaborators, producers, and publishers? Yes No

6. Do you keep detailed records of creation dates, registrations, and rights ownership? Yes No

7. Is your music professionally recorded and mastered? Yes No

8. Do you have a diverse catalog of original music ready for distribution? Yes No

9. Do you have music videos or visual content for promotion? Yes No

10. Is your digital distribution set up (Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, etc.)? Yes No

11. Do you maintain consistent branding (logo, photos, bio, style)? Yes No

12. Do you have an artist website or landing page? Yes No

13. Are your social media profiles active? Yes No

14. Do you engage with your fans and followers regularly? Yes No

15. Do you have an Electronic Press Kit (EPK)? Yes No

16. Do you update your content often? Yes No

17. Have you submitted your music to playlists, blogs, and influencers? Yes No

18. Do you have promotional materials (press photos, cover art, videos)? Yes No

19. Is your release schedule clear and planned? Yes No

20. Do you have merchandise or branding tools (if applicable)? Yes No

21. Is your business registered as an entity (LLC, sole proprietorship, etc.)? Yes No

22. Have you set your pricing for your music and merchandise? Yes No

23. Do you keep detailed sales and royalty records? Yes No

24. Do you have a marketing, touring, and production plan? Yes No

25. Have you booked local gigs, open mics, or showcases? Yes No

26. Are you networking with industry professionals? Yes No

27. Have you attended industry events or workshops? Yes No

28. Do you have access to professional studio/production facilities? Yes No

29. Are you receiving ongoing mentorship or coaching? Yes No

30. Do you have a support system for legal, branding, and marketing needs? Yes No

Artist Preparation Questionnaire