Cable
Cable Type: noun, equipment Pronunciation: /kay-bull/ Plural: Cables What does Cable mean? What is a Cable? A cord that can connect devices together by transmitting audio or some form of digital/analogue data. A cable is a cord that can connect devices together by transmitting audio or some form of digital/analogue data. Example sentence: “I need […]
Cadence
Cadence Type: noun Pronunciation: /kay-dens/ Also spelled or known as: Rhythmic Cadence Related: Rhythm What does Cadence mean? The rhythmic flow, pattern, or ending movement of music or speech. In music and rap, Cadence often refers to timing, delivery, rhythm, phrasing, and vocal movement. Cadence synonyms: Rhythmic Flow, Delivery Pattern, Rhythmic Pattern Example sentence: “The […]
CAE
CAE Type: noun, acronym Pronunciation: /see-ay-ee/ Also spelled or known as: Composer Author Publisher Number Plural: CAEs Related: IPI What does CAE mean? Composer Author Publisher Number; A unique identifier assigned to songwriters and publishers. CAE stands for Composer Author Publisher Number, an identifier historically used by collecting societies. Many CAE numbers have been integrated […]
Call and Response
Call and Response Type: noun Pronunciation: /kawl-and-ri-spons/ Also spelled or known as: Response Pattern Related: Performance What does Call and Response mean? A musical pattern where one phrase is answered by another. In music, Call and Response may occur between a lead vocalist and audience, instruments, background singers, or group members. Call and Response synonyms: […]
Call Time
Call Time Type: noun Pronunciation: /kall-tym/ Also spelled or known as: Musician Call Time Plural: Call Times Related: Rehearsals, Live Show, Concert, Live, Band Call What does Call Time mean? The scheduled time a musician or musicians are expected to arrive for rehearsals, sound checks, studio sessions, live performances, etc. Call Times are used for […]
Call to Action
Call to Action Type: noun Pronunciation: /kall-to-ak-shun/ Also spelled or known as: CTA Related: Marketing Campaign What does Call to Action mean? A prompt or button encouraging an audience to take a specific action. Music CTAs often encourage fans to stream, pre-save, follow, subscribe, purchase, or attend events. Call to Action synonyms: CTA, Action Prompt, Marketing […]
Cam
Cam Type: noun Pronunciation: /kam/ Also spelled or known as: Camera Plural: Cams Related: Music Video What does Cam mean? Camera; Cam is short for camera. In music, cams are used for music videos, livestreams, studio content, vlogs, and performance footage. Cam synonyms: Camera, Video Camera, Recording Camera Example sentence: “The director set up a […]
Campaign
Campaign Type: noun Pronunciation: /kam-payn/ Also spelled or known as: Marketing Campaign Plural: Campaigns Related: Promotion What does Campaign mean? A coordinated set of actions designed to achieve a goal. A Campaign may promote a song, album, tour, brand, product, artist, or message through advertising, PR, social media, playlists, radio, and events. Campaign synonyms: Marketing […]
CanCopy
CanCopy Type: noun, organization Pronunciation: /kan-kop-e/ Also spelled or known as: Access Copyright, Canadian Copyright Licensing Agency Related: Copyright Licensing, CanCopy Licenses What does CanCopy mean? Canadian Copyright Licensing Agency; A former legacy Canadian copyright licensing name connected to reproduction rights, now known as Access Copyright. In music-adjacent publishing contexts, CanCopy may appear in older […]
CAPASSO
CAPASSO Type: noun, acronym Pronunciation: /cap-ah-so/ or /c-a-p-a-s-s-o/ Also spelled or known as: C.A.P.A.S.S.O., C-A-P-A-S-S-O What does CAPASSO mean? Composers, Authors, and Publishers Association. CAPASSO stands for Composers, Authors, and Publishers Association. CAPASSO is a South African organization that administers the mechanical right in the composition’s copyright and distributes the royalties to its members. More […]
CAPIF
CAPIF Type: noun, acronym, organization Pronunciation: /kah-peef/ Also spelled or known as: Cámara Argentina de Productores de Fonogramas y Videogramas Related: Recording Industry Association What does CAPIF mean? Cámara Argentina de Productores de Fonogramas y Videogramas; Argentina’s recorded music industry association. CAPIF represents record labels and phonogram/video producers in Argentina and is affiliated with the […]
Capital
Capital Type: noun Pronunciation: /kap-ih-tuhl/ Also spelled or known as: Funding Plural: Capital Sources Related: Investor, Fund, Funds, Funding, Grant, Grants What does Capital mean? Money used to fund business activity or growth. In music, Capital may fund recordings, marketing, touring, catalog purchases, startups, or product manufacturing. Capital synonyms: Cash, Funds, Funding, Investment Money, Business […]
Carbon Copy
Carbon Copy Type: noun Pronunciation: /kar-bun kop-ee/ Also spelled or known as: CC Related: Email, CC, BCC, Blind Carbon Copy, Carbon Copied What does Carbon Copy mean? An email feature that sends a visible copy of an email to additional recipients. In the music industry, carbon copy aka CC is commonly used when communicating with […]
Cardioid
Cardioid Type: noun Pronunciation: /kar-diod/ Also spelled or known as: Cardioid Microphone, Cardioid Pattern, Unidirectional Microphone, Unidirectional Pattern Related: Unidirectional What does Cardioid mean? A type of microphone with a heart-shaped pickup pattern that picks up sounds in front of it, but not behind it. A Unidirectional (also known as “Cardioid”) microphone is a type […]
Cardioid Microphone
Cardioid Microphone Type: noun, equipment Pronunciation: /kar-diod-micro-fone/ Also spelled or known as: Cardioid, Unidirectional Microphone, Unidirectional Pattern Related: Unidirectional Cardioid Microphone, Cardioid What does Cardioid Microphone mean? A type of microphone with a heart-shaped pickup pattern that picks up sounds in front of it, but not behind it. A Cardioid microphone (also known as “Unidirectional […]
Cardioid Pattern
Cardioid Pattern Type: noun Pronunciation: /kar-diod-pat-ern/ Also spelled or known as: Cardioid, Cardioid Pattern, Unidirectional Microphone, Unidirectional Pattern Related: Cardioid, Unidirectional Pattern What does Cardioid Pattern mean? A heart-shaped microphone pickup pattern that picks up sounds in front of it, but not behind it. A Cardioid pattern (also known as ” Unidirectional Pattern”) is a […]
CASH
CASH Type: noun, acronym, organization Pronunciation: /kash/ or /c-a-s-h/ Also spelled or known as: Composers and Authors Society of Hong Kong Ltd., Money Related (1): Performing Rights Society, CASH Registrations Related (2): Income, Cash Payments, Fund What does CASH mean? 1. Composers and Authors Society of Hong Kong; Hong Kong’s society for composers and authors. […]
Cash Cow
Cash Cow Type: noun Pronunciation: /kash-kow/ Also spelled or known as: Reliable Revenue Source Plural: Cash Cows Related: Revenue Streams What does Cash Cow mean? 1. Someone or something that makes a lot of money. 2. A reliable source of steady income. In music, a Cash Cow may be a catalog, hit song, merch line, […]
Cash Flow
Cash Flow Type: noun Pronunciation: /kash floh/ Also spelled or known as: Money Flow Plural: Cash Flows Related: Revenue What does Cash Flow mean? The movement of money in and out of a business. Music cash flow may come from royalties, shows, merch, advances, licenses, and product sales. Cash Flow synonyms: Money Flow, Operating Cash, […]
Cassette
Cassette Type: noun Pronunciation: /kuh-set/ Also spelled or known as: Audio Cassettes Plural: Cassettes Related: Cassette, Cassette Tapes, Physical Formats What does Cassette mean? Analog magnetic tape formats used for audio recordings. Cassette Tapes store recorded audio on magnetic tape enclosed within a plastic cartridge. Though largely replaced by digital formats, cassettes remain popular among […]
Cassette Tapes
Cassette Tapes Type: noun Pronunciation: /kuh-set-tayps/ Also spelled or known as: Audio Cassettes Plural: Cassette Tapes Related: Cassette, Tapes, Physical Formats What does Cassette Tapes mean? Analog magnetic tape formats used for audio recordings. Cassette Tapes store recorded audio on magnetic tape enclosed within a plastic cartridge. Though largely replaced by digital formats, cassettes remain […]
Catalog
Catalog Type: noun Pronunciation: /kat-ah-log/ Related: Music Catalog What does Catalog mean? A collection of musical works by an artist. A Catalog is a collection of musical works by an artist. Catalog synonyms: Discography, Music Catalog, Demos, Works Example sentence: “Joe Trufant has a fire catalog.”
Catalog Music
Catalog Music Type: noun Pronunciation: /kat-uh-log-myoo-zik/ Also spelled or known as: Back Catalog Plural: Catalog Music Related: Back Catalog What does Catalog Music mean? Previously released music that remains available for licensing or consumption. Catalog music can generate long-term revenue through streaming, sync, publishing, and physical sales. Catalog Music synonyms: Back Catalog, Legacy Music, Existing […]
CatCo
CatCo Type: noun Pronunciation: /cat-coh/ Also spelled or known as: PPL Repertoire Database Related: PPL, PPL Repertoire Database What does CatCo mean? A database containing recording ownership and performer information now known as the PPL Repertoire Database. CatCo refers to databases and systems used for registering recordings and tracking ownership information for royalty collection. Catco […]