AI Release Intelligence · Free
Free Music Metadata Checker
Check your track fields, tags and playlist pitch. No signup.
What this checks
Music metadata is everything that describes a release. This tool audits it in two layers so you can tell what's actually required from what just makes a release stronger:
- Core release fields — title, artist, primary genre. Widely required by distributors and DSPs. Specific genres (e.g. "Melodic House") communicate more than generic ones (e.g. "Electronic").
- Optional discovery metadata — mood tags, description, keywords. Not required for upload, but useful for organization, editorial context and how you talk about the track.
- Promotional / pitch material — playlist pitch copy and release descriptions. Only needed if you're submitting to editorial teams or writing release notes.
The checker does not validate distributor-specific rules and cannot predict streams, playlist placement or algorithmic reach.
Paste is checked for tags, hashtags and playlist pitch only. Enter title, artist, genre, mood and description in the fields below; these are not extracted from pasted text.
›Track fields · title, artist, genre and optional context
Frequently asked
What is music metadata?+
Music metadata is the information that describes a release — the core identifiers (title, artist, genre) plus optional context like mood, description, keywords and playlist-pitch material. It's how streaming platforms, distributors, editors and listeners understand what a track is.
What metadata does a music release need?+
Requirements vary by distributor and platform, but the widely-required core release fields are title, artist name and primary genre. Everything else the checker looks at — mood tags, description, keywords, playlist pitch, ISRC — is either optional at upload time or auto-issued by your distributor.
Does this checker validate distributor requirements?+
No. It's a general audit that flags gaps and weak spots against widely-used release conventions. Always follow the exact requirements of your specific distributor (DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby, Amuse, etc.) and the DSP you're targeting.
Are mood tags required for distribution?+
No. Mood tags are optional discovery metadata. They can help with playlist targeting and editorial context, but no major distributor blocks a release for missing mood tags.
What is playlist pitch metadata?+
It's the short written pitch you submit to editorial playlist teams (for example via Spotify for Artists) explaining what the track is, its mood, and why it fits a given playlist type. It's promotional material, not a distribution requirement.
What does the Metadata Score measure?+
The score is a heuristic read of how complete (out of 60) and how strong (out of 40) your metadata looks against common release-metadata conventions. It's a directional signal, not an authoritative rating.
Does a high score guarantee more streams or playlist placement?+
No. The checker does not predict streams, algorithmic reach, editorial acceptance or ranking. Discoverability depends on many factors outside metadata quality. A high score means your metadata is complete and well-structured — nothing more.
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