**Guest post written by Xander Rushie of School of Sync.

 

"If you're an indie artist writing, recording, or producing your own music and you’re even thinking about getting into sync licensing, there’s one tool you need to know about: DISCO.

No, not the genre. The platform.

Forget what the name makes you think of, this isn’t about sequins and strobe lights. DISCO is the professional standard for sharing music with music supervisors, ad agencies, and sync reps. If you’re still using Dropbox or SoundCloud to send your tracks, it might be time to level up.
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What Is DISCO (and Why Should You Care)?

DISCO is a music sharing and playlist platform created specifically for the sync world. Unlike Google Drive or WeTransfer, DISCO was built by music supervisors for music supervisors to solve common challenges in the music industry and simplify the process of sharing and managing files. It loads quickly, preserves your metadata, and presents your music in a polished, professional way.

And here’s the kicker: supervisors are already using it. So when your music shows up in a clean, properly tagged DISCO playlist, you’re not just sending them songs—you’re showing them you understand how the business works.

That instantly separates you from the sea of amateur submissions clogging their inboxes.
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Above: A real-world example of what professional metadata looks like in DISCO. Note the detailed publishing splits, PRO affiliations, contact info, and clean layout. This is the kind of presentation that builds trust with music supervisors.

Why Music Supervisors Love It

Let’s be real, music supervisors are slammed. They’re juggling deadlines, briefs, and scenes that need the perfect track yesterday. What they don’t have time for is downloading a sketchy file or guessing what “Final_Version3-MASTER.wav” is.

DISCO solves that.
- Instant streaming
- Embedded metadata
- Alt versions in one playlist
- Professional presentation

When your music arrives in a DISCO link that’s organized and tagged, it tells the supervisor: “I’m easy to work with.” And in this business, ease = trust.

How to Use DISCO Like a Pro

Think of DISCO like your portfolio. It’s not just a file dump—it’s your storefront. Here’s how to make it shine:
1. Curate Your Playlists
2. Tag Everything
3. Include Alt Versions
4. Dial in Your Metadata
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Tracking Plays = Pitching Smarter

Here’s where DISCO becomes a game-changer: you can track who opens your link, what songs they played, and how long they listened. That’s gold.

No more guessing if your pitch got heard. If they played a song twice? That’s a signal. You can follow up with purpose, send more like it, or make that track the lead in your next playlist.

DISCO takes you from throwing darts in the dark… to pitching with precision.

What About Follow-Ups?

Let’s talk etiquette. Just because you can see someone played your song doesn’t mean you should hit them with a follow-up the next day. Sync is a long game.

If they didn’t open the link: wait 1–2 weeks before re-sending.
If they did listen: wait at least 10–14 days, then follow up with a short, respectful message.
Example: “Hey [Name], just following up to see if anything resonated. Happy to send more if it’s helpful.”

Professional. Chill. Zero pressure.
+Your First Email Might Not Get You the Job - But the Follow-Up Might!

Final Thoughts

Whether you're brand new to sync or already landing placements, DISCO is the kind of tool that separates the pros from the hopefuls. In a world where first impressions matter and inboxes are overflowing, how you deliver your music can matter just as much as the music itself.

And if you want to go deeper, learning exactly how to write, produce, and pitch music that lands 5- and 6-figure placements, keep an eye out. School of Sync has a new course that breaks down everything you need to succeed in sync licensing as an indie artist. It’s practical. It’s current. And it’s taught by someone who’s doing this right now at the highest level.

Stay tuned, and get your DISCO account in order.
Because in sync, presentation is power."

 

 

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Bio:

Xander Rushie (schoolofsync.com) is an Artist/Producer based in Los Angeles. He works in a variety of genres with a particular emphasis on Rap/Hip-Hop, Pop, and Electronic. Xander’s rap-alias, Stylo Beddoe, launched his career in the world of sync-licensing after MARVEL featured his song “Last Ones Left” in their series Cloak/Dagger & RUNAWAYS. Soon after he signed a worldwide publishing deal with PULSE Music Group. In 2024 Xander re-up’d his deal with PULSE and has now heard his music in hundreds of TV/film placements, video games and national commercials for brands like Verizon, NFL, Tostitos, Panda Express, Walmart & T-Mobile.