Step 3 of 6
Track information. This information helps DCR identify the recording and understand the people behind it.
Step 4 of 6
Creation & rights disclosure. Tell us how the record was created so DCR can place it in the right artist lane and review the rights accurately.
DCR Assisted Artist Lane: AI use does not automatically disqualify a record. DCR evaluates transparency, rights, programming fit and quality.
AI Platform(s) Used *
AI Vocal Use * Select No AI-generated vocals AI-generated original voice Human + AI vocal elements Voice clone / imitation
Describe how AI was used *
Do you have documented permission from the person whose voice/identity is being cloned or imitated? * Select Yes — documented permission exists No
Rights review required: voice cloning or identity imitation must have documented permission before DCR can consider the track.
Beat / Instrumental Source * Select Original / fully owned by me or my team Exclusively licensed beat Non-exclusive beat lease/license Third-party producer agreement Not applicable
Co-writers / Publishers / Co-owners? * Select No — I control all required rights Yes
Cover / Remix / Derivative? * Select No Yes
Samples / Interpolations / Third-Party Music? * Select No Yes
Featured performer / guest with rights interest? * Select No Yes
Composition administration * Select Self-controlled / I can grant the requested rights PRO or publisher administers some/all performance rights Other / unsure
Identify every additional rightsholder *
Documentation required: this track has an outside rights interest. Upload a combined license/permission file in the next step. DCR may place the track in Manual Review before programming.
12-month maximum license: accepted tracks are licensed to DCR only for the limited term described in the current DCR Rights License. Annual re-confirmation is required for continued use.
