Pre
Pre Type: noun Pronunciation: /pree/ Opposite: Post What does Pre mean? Anything before some sort of recording or processing. Pre is the opposite of post. Example sentence: “We had all the instrumentals on the album made pre recording.”
Pre-Chorus
Pre-Chorus Type: noun Pronunciation: /pre-ko-rus/ Also spelled or known as: Bridge, Pre Chorus, PreChorus Related: Chorus What does Pre-Chorus mean? A section that connects the verse and the chorus. Pre-Chorus is (very similar to a Bridge and all songs dont necessarily have this) the section that connects the verse and the chorus in a song. […]
Pre-Hook
Pre-Hook Type: noun Pronunciation: /pree-hook/ Also spelled or known as: Pre-Chorus Plural: Pre-Hooks Related: Hook What does Pre-Hook mean? A section before the hook that builds tension or prepares the listener for the chorus. Pre-Hooks are common in pop, R&B, rap, and commercial songwriting. Pre-Hook synonyms: Pre-Chorus, Build-Up Section, Lead-In Example sentence: “The pre-hook made […]
Pre-Order
Pre-Order Type: noun, verb Pronunciation: /pree-or-der/ Also spelled or known as: Pre Order, PreOrder, Advance Order Plural: Pre-Orders Related: Release Strategy What does Pre-Order mean? 1. An order placed before a product becomes available. 2. To place an order before a product becomes available. Pre-Orders allow customers to reserve products ahead of release dates. Pre-Order […]
Pre-Payment
Pre-Payment Type: noun Pronunciation: /pree-pay-ment/ Also spelled or known as: Advance Payment Plural: Pre-Payments Related: Advance What does Pre-Payment mean? Money paid before goods, services, or royalties are fully earned. In music, pre-payments may apply to licenses, recording budgets, manufacturing, advances, or tour services. Pre-Payment synonyms: Advance, Advance Payment, Upfront Payment, Early Payment, Upfront Royalties, […]
Pre-Production
Pre-Production Type: noun Pronunciation: /pree-pruh-duk-shun/ Also spelled or known as: Pre-Recording Planning Plural: Pre-Productions Related: Recording Session, Production What does Pre-Production mean? Planning and preparation before recording or production begins. Pre-Production may include demos, rehearsals, song selection, budgeting, scheduling, arrangements, and creative direction. Pre-Production synonyms: Pre-Recording Planning, Production Planning, Creative Preparation Example sentence: “The band […]
Pre-Save
Pre-Save Type: noun Pronunciation: /pree-save/ Also spelled or known as: Streaming Pre-Save Plural: Pre-Saves Related: Pre-Saved, Streaming Marketing, Pre-Save Link, Pre-Saving What does Pre-Save mean? To save upcoming releases before they are available. Pre-Saving automatically add future releases to users’ streaming libraries once released. Pre-Save synonyms: Pre-Order Example sentence: “Don’t forget to pre-save the album.”
Pre-Save Link
Pre-Save Link Type: noun Pronunciation: /pree-save-link/ Also spelled or known as: Streaming Pre-Save Plural: Pre-Save Links Related: Streaming Marketing What does Pre-Save Link mean? A link allowing users to save upcoming releases before they are available. Pre-Save Links automatically add future releases to users’ streaming libraries once released. Pre-Save Link synonyms: Streaming Pre-Save, Release Pre-Save, […]
Preamp
Preamp Type: noun, device, equipment Pronunciation: /pre-amp/ Also spelled or known as: Preamplifier, Pre-amp, Pre amp Related: Pre, Preamplifier What does Preamp mean? An amplifier that boosts the incoming signal from a microphone. A preamp is a low-noise amplifier device that boosts the gain of a signal before being recorded, processed, or amplified. A preamp […]
Preamplifier
Preamplifier Type: noun, equipment, device Pronunciation: /pre-amp-lee-fy-err/ Also spelled or known as: Preamp, Pre-amp, Pre amp, Pre amplifier, Pre-amplifier Related: Preamp What does Preamplifier mean? An amplifier that boosts the incoming signal from a microphone. A Preamplifier is a low-noise amplifier device that boosts the gain of a signal before being recorded, processed, or amplified. A […]
Prelude
Prelude Type: noun Pronunciation: /pre-lood/ Related: Interlude, Postlude What does Prelude mean? An introductory or preliminary piece of music; a preface. A prelude is an introductory or preliminary piece of music; a preface. A prelude is most commonly played by an orchestra. Prelude synonyms: Intro, Preface Example sentence: “That was a really good prelude.”
Premiere
Premiere Type: noun, verb Pronunciation: /prih-meer/ Also spelled or known as: Debut Plural: Premieres Related: Release, Premiering What does Premiere mean? The first public showing or release of music, a video, or performance. Premieres are often used to build attention around singles, music videos, films, or live performances. Premiere synonyms: Debut, First Release, First Showing […]
Preset
Preset Type: noun Pronunciation: /pre-set/ What does Preset mean? A combination of settings set in advance to create a certain sound. Preset is a combination of settings set in advance to create a certain sound. A preset usually comes with a synth and is a combination of settings that can be loaded to recreate a […]
Press
Press Type: noun Pronunciation: /pres/ Also spelled or known as: Media Plural: Press Outlets Related: PR What does Press mean? News and media organizations that publish information and stories. Press includes newspapers, magazines, blogs, broadcasters, and online publications. Press synonyms: Media, News Media, Publications Example sentence: “The album received positive press coverage.”
Press Kit
Press Kit Type: noun Pronunciation: /press-kit/ Also spelled or known as: Media Kit Plural: Press Kits Related: EPK, Media, Press What does Press Kit mean? A collection of promotional materials about an artist or project. Press Kits often contain biographies, photos, music, videos, press coverage, achievements, and contact details. Press Kit synonyms: Media Kit, Promotional Kit, […]
Press Release
Press Release Type: noun Pronunciation: /press-ree-lees/ Also spelled or known as: News Release Plural: Press Releases Related: Public Relations, Press What does Press Release mean? An official announcement distributed to media outlets. In the music industry, Press Releases are used to promote albums, singles, tours, signings, awards, partnerships, and other newsworthy events. Press Release synonyms: […]
Pressing
Pressing Type: noun, verb Pronunciation: /press-ing/ Also spelled or known as: Vinyl Pressing Plural: Pressings Related: Pressing Plant, Duplication What does Pressing mean? 1. The manufacturing of vinyl records, CDs, or physical media. 2. To be manufacturing of vinyl records, CDs, or physical media. Pressing commonly refers to creating vinyl records from stampers at a […]
Pressing Plant
Pressing Plant Type: noun Pronunciation: /press-in-plant/ Also spelled or known as: Record Pressing Plant Plural: Pressing Plants Related: Vinyl, CD What does Pressing Plant mean? A facility that manufactures physical music products, vinyl records, compact discs, etc. Pressing Plants commonly produce vinyl records, compact discs, and other physical music formats. Pressing Plant synonyms: Record Pressing […]
Presto
Presto Type: adverb Pronunciation: /pres-toe/ Opposite: Largo What does Presto mean? Fast Tempo or Quickly; to play or be playing an instrument very fast or at a quick tempo. Presto is to play or be playing an instrument very fast or at a quick tempo. Example sentence: “I want to hear the beginning of the […]