What is a VideoLP?

A VideoLP is a unique format for uploading full EPs, albums or collections of songs to YouTube for streaming purposes. The VideoLP format includes a separate video upload for each song, so they can be easily shared, rated, commented on and embedded by fans. Each VideoLP also includes a Playlist feature that will automatically play all of the individual videos in order, with the click of one button on YouTube.

Why YouTube? Why not just offer streams on my own website?

For a few reasons.

First, YouTube is the world's second largest search engine after its parent company Google. By simply uploading your song to YouTube you have the potential to reach millions of new music fans.

Second, the people spending the most time on YouTube LOVE music. Eight of the Top 10 most viewed videos of all time on YouTube are music videos.

Third, YouTube is a distribution format that many people are familiar with and find it easy to share exciting content that they find. Your fans may not understand how to share or embed the streaming music on your site, but they know how to share a YouTube video with their friends.

What exactly will VideoLPs.com do for me?

Everything. After you upload your mp3s to our secure servers, we design your VideoLP artwork, we create a visual playlist, and we place your lyrics into each video. We then render a unique video for each song, upload those videos to your YouTube channel, submit every video to YouTube's monetization Partner Program and link all of your video's visual playlists together. You choose the release date for your project and we'll make sure it's live on that day. If you're not already a YouTube Partner, we can have your channel Partnered through a special agreement we have with YouTube.

How much does a VideoLP cost?

Cost depends on the amount of content we're working with. There are three pricing tiers. VideoEPs (5 songs or less) cost $350. VideoLPs (6-12 songs) cost $550. Deluxe VideoLPs (13-20 songs) cost $750. If you would like a VideoLP containing more than 20 songs, please contact us for a custom quote.

How does my band make money with a VideoLP?

YouTube allows Partnered channels to monetize all of their video views through in-video, overlay and pre-roll advertisements. VideoLP has a special relationship with YouTube and we include a YouTube Partnership with your paid project. This is quite unique as you typically have to have thousands of subscribers and video views before YouTube will accept your application for Partnership. But we can bypass that process for you and make sure you are earning money on your streams from the very first view. You'll be able to log in and view your earnings at any time.

Of course, we'll also include links back to your online shop and iTunes (if applicable) in the VideoLP video descriptions, so listeners who enjoy your VideoLP can purchase your music.

Do I still own all of my music and rights?

Yes. VideoLPs.com does not have any right to your music, we even upload the completed VideoLP to YOUR YouTube channel, not ours.

Who do I contact if I still have questions?

My name is Alan. You can email me at alan@videolps.com

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