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Music release type description
single group of single releases by an artist usually released at the same time with the same title and tracks but in different formats for consumption (digital, CD, LP)
cover version later version of a song recorded by an earlier performer
vinyl record disc-shaped vinyl analog sound storage medium
studio album album type of audio recordings made up of tracks recorded in a recording studio
live album album type recorded at a single concert, or combined recordings made at multiple concerts
serenade musical form
demo music recorded for limited circulation or reference use rather than for general public release
compilation album album type consisting of works chosen for a particular purpose or theme
psalm setting musical setting of a psalm; the melody of a musical composition to which a psalm text is sung
field recording term used for an audio recording produced outside a recording studio for the purpose of capturing the audible illustration of an environment
split album music album which includes tracks by two or more separate artists
airplay the frequency that a song is broadcasted on radio stations
bonus track additional/extra track on a music release
bootleg recording unauthorized recording or release
jazz standard musical composition considered an important part of the musical repertoire of jazz musicians; composition that is widely known, performed, and recorded by jazz musicians, and widely known by listeners
DualDisc double-sided optical disc
radio edit version of a song modified for playing on radio
show tune song originally written as part of the score of a work of musical theatre; music genre
greatest hits album compilation of songs by a particular artist or band
tribute album recorded collection of cover versions of songs or instrumental compositions
Bananafishbones German band
LP record longplay record
list of music genres and styles Wikimedia music-related list
musical form overall structure or plan of a piece of music
traditional folk song song with anonymous or unknown writer without authorized original version; song that is part of the oral tradition
remix album album type consisting mostly of remixes or re-recorded versions of earlier released material
shaped compact disc non-circular type of compact disc
budget label type of record label specializing in cheap releases, typically re-releases and compilation albums
SPARS code classification system for commercial compact disc releases developed by the Society of Professional Audio Recording Services (SPARS)
covers album music album consisting primarily or completely of cover versions
double album audio recording album which spans two units of the primary medium in which it is sold
dubplate acetate disc usually of 10 inches diameter, traditionally used by studios to test recordings prior to mastering
tracklist list of audio tracks on a music release
album cover front of the packaging of a commercially released audio recording product
High Definition Compatible Digital audio media format
Parental Advisory notice placed on audio recordings with content inappropriate for children
independent record label type of record label
concert tour series of concerts by an artist or group of artists in different venues
Kassettentäter type of German cassette release
picture disc gramophone record showing an image on the playing surface, rather than being of plain black or colored vinyl
78 rpm record widely used type of coarsegroove phonograph record, with 30 to 40 grooves per centimetre
contrafactum vocal music term; substitution of one text for another without substantial change to the music
label copy document that briefly and concisely describes all essential information about a piece of music
musical hit musical composition that achieved popularity or hit the charts
backing track piece of music usually partly instrumental with additional backing vocals or similar
musical release collection of musical recordings released in a specific format for consumption
method music learning book; kind of textbook for a specified musical instrument or a selected problem of playing a certain instrument
flexi disc gramophone record made of a thin, flexible vinyl sheet
guitar solo melodic passage, instrumental section, or entire piece of music written for a classical guitar, electric guitar or an acoustic guitar
list of best-selling singles Wikimedia music-related list
DJ mix mix of recordings created by a DJ; recording of a DJ set
triple album audio recording album which spans three units of the primary medium in which it is sold
maxi single single release with more than the usual two tracks of an A-side song and a B-side song
various artists special purpose performer (P175) credit used for compilations, tribute albums, soundtracks, etc.
image album type of soundtrack album in Japan
cassette single cassette tape release of music single
debut album music term; the first official album release by a recording artist or group
vocal technique motor skills that exploit the vocal apparatus in manner that requires special practice, teaching or learning and so uses them for the purpose usually of entertainment or speech therapy
45 rpm record gramophone record at indicated playback speed
sampler album type of compilation album
digital booklet digital equivalent of booklet attached to physical release that often accompany digital music purchases
musical hoax piece of music composed by an individual that is intentionally misattributed to someone else
street album type of album common in the world of Francophone hip-hop
soundtrack album music recorded directly from the soundtrack of a piece of media
album musical recording that sounds like an original cast album but is created specifically for the recording medium and is complete entertainment product in itself
budget album low-priced vinyl LPs of popular and classical music released during the 1950s to 1970s
cast recording recording of a stage musical by the cast
discomix extended reggae 12-inch single that typically features the vocal track followed by a dub version or a deejay version of the same track
gapless album type of album; album featuring uninterrupted playback of consecutive audio tracks
gatefold cover form of packaging for records, typically LPs
10" single vinyl single; type of physical music format
unsigned artist musician or musical group not under a contract with a record label
digital single non-physical single, typically distributed digitally over the Internet
7″ single vinyl single; type of physical music format
matrix number alphanumeric code stamped or hand written into the run-out groove area of a gramophone record
music catalog cataloged collection of musical compositions, typically managed/owned by a music publishing company
Legal issues surrounding music sampling legal case
Category:Operas by composer Wikimedia category
record sleeve protective lining of vinyl records
Category:Songs by composer Wikimedia category
Category:Lists of compositions by composer Wikimedia category
self-cover term used to describe an artist's re-recording of a previously recorded song; common concept in Japan and some other parts of Asia
title track titular track on a music release; song or other composition on an album or EP that has the same title as the release
mail order CD box set set of compact discs sold only by mail order common in Japan
uncleared release music release using uncleared samples
eponymous album album titled after the recording artist
eponymously titled work self-titled release, particulary music, some times used to describe untitled releases
long-form video video recording of a concert or music album with multiple songs
unusual types of gramophone records Gramophone records with non standard sizes or playback speeds
studio recording any recording made in a studio, as opposed to a live recording
Wikimedia list of songs page on a Wikimedia project with a list of songs
pre-release cover version a type of cover version that arises when a cover artist releases a version of a song before the original artist does
remix service company that provides remixed music to disc jockeys
non-lexical vocables in music form of nonsense syllable used in a wide variety of music, e.g. “la la la”
videography catalogue of published video recordings
musical setting musical composition that is written on the basis of a literary work; music made to particular words, such as a poem
bourrée classical dance music form
Interested Parties Information unique identifying number assigned to each Interested Party in collective rights management
collaborative album music album made as a collaboration between two or more artists
first symphony music term; first symphony by a composer, usually within Western classical music
literary fiction audio recording audio recording of spoken work of literary fiction, sometimes with a background soundtrack between scenes, sometimes accompanied by a book with which to follow the story
parody song song, which is parody
nidvise type of song with mocking, insulting, lyrics
not on label special purpose record label used for self-published releases
album released on this record label Wikidata metaclass
album by this artist Wikidata metaclass
song recorded by this artist Wikidata metaclass
Christmas-themed album music album made up of tracks with seasonal, Christmas-themed music
music organization type of organization linked with music
jukebox single not-for-sale single released exclusively for use in jukeboxes, as often printed on a physical release
recorded music physical or digital record of a musical performance that can then be played back, or reproduced
Juan Medina Spanish composer
78 RPM 10" shellac phonograph record format commonly used for for singles; use with P437 (distribution)
45 RPM 7" vinyl gramophone record format commonly used for singles; use with P437 (distribution format)
recording artist person, musician who performs music for recordings
main artist primary musician or band whose name is on the cover of a record; main artist credited for a work
previously unreleased use with P1552 (has quality) to indicate a previously unreleased track on a tracklist (P658), i.e. on a compilation album
live recording recording produced following a live / concert performance of a work of music
song by songwriter Wikidata metaclass
instrumental version instrumental recording of a song that normally features lyrics
unknown composer author special purpose artist used with lyrics by (P676) and/or composer (P86) when IPI Name Number is 00288936400, 00053428783, 00396710530, or 00258374538
heavy metal band musical group that works primarily in the heavy metal genre
CD+DVD album distribution format, commonly used for live albums with accompanying concert film
number-one album - digital download highest selling legally downloaded music album
number-one country music album music album topping a country music album chart
number-one R&B album highest selling contemporary R&B album
number-one Rock & Metal album music album topping a Rock & Heavy Metal album chart
number-one album - Alternative rock highest selling alternative rock album
number-one album - Rap highest selling rap album
split single single release which includes tracks by two separate artists, one on each side
dramatico-musical work opera, musical play or show, revue or pantomime for which music has been specially written; for ballet use "choreographic work" (Q58483088)
7" single series series of recorded music released in a 7" single format
2 × LP music release comprised of two longplay records
10" LP record vinyl LP; type of physical music format
Wikimedia albums discography Wikimedia list of album releases
Wikimedia singles discography Wikimedia list of single releases
Wikimedia EPs discography list of extended play (EP) releases
2 × CD music release comprised of two compact discs
3 × LP music release comprised of three longplay records
anonymous special purpose artist used for the anonymous creator of a musical work; use with lyrics by (P676) and/or composer (P86) when IPI Name Number is 00090659356 or 00603808464
live extended play EP recorded at a single concert, or combine recordings made at multiple concerts
extended play series series of recorded music released in EP format
live album by this artist Wikidata metaclass
radio single music track officially released to radio by the record label
recording industry term technical term
extended play by this artist Wikidata metaclass
single by this artist Wikidata metaclass
double EP vinyl records or compact discs released as a set of two discs, each of which would normally qualify as an EP
split extended play extended play release which includes tracks by two separate artists, typically one on each side
music tradition musically-related сultural tradition of an area, people or social class that is passed down through subsequent generations
classical music interpolation for music of the Classical period, in the context of a musical sentence or period, unrelated material inserted between two logically succeeding functions
single released on this record label Wikidata metaclass
compilation album released on this record label Wikidata metaclass
Wikimedia studio albums discography Wikimedia list of studio album releases
Wikimedia compilation albums discography Wikimedia list of compilation album releases
soundtrack album released on this record label Wikidata metaclass
stage and screen special purpose genre reserved for music associated with musicals, soundtracks, plays, and other scores
live album released on this record label Wikidata metaclass
soundtrack album by this artist Wikidata metaclass
compilation album by this artist Wikidata metaclass
remix album by this artist Wikidata metaclass
B-sides compilation album type of compilation album focused on lesser known tracks by a particular artist or band, as opposed to a greatest hits album
CD1 disc one of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release
CD2 disc two of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release
album released this year Wikidata metaclass
CD3 disc three of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release
video album by this artist Wikidata metaclass
album in this language Wikidata metaclass
Wikimedia video albums discography list of video album releases
tribute album dedicated to this artist Wikidata metaclass
studio album by this artist Wikidata metaclass
EP released on this record label Wikidata metaclass
remix EP extended play release consisting mostly of remixes or re-recorded versions of earlier released material
album reissue reissued music album
split release music release which includes tracks by two or more separate artists
translated song song lyrics translated or adapted from an original song in another language
film scored by this composer Wikidata metaclass
Eurovision Song Contest entry song and artist combination participating in the Eurovision Song Contest
single series series of recorded music released in single format
CD album music album released on compact disc format
cassette album music album released on cassette (Compact Audio Cassette) format
sample credit credit given to the copyright owner of a sampled piece of music or other soundbite
7" EP vinyl EP; type of physical music format, usually with 2 tracks on each side
soundtrack single single containing music from another work, such as a film, video game, radio programme or television series
live release music release which includes tracks recorded in concert
live single single release recorded at a single concert, or combine recordings made at multiple concerts
collaborative release music release made as a collaboration between multiple artists
collaborative extended play extended play made as a collaboration between multiple artists
member of this band, musical group Wikidata metaclass
double A-side single single where both sides are designated the A-side
soundtrack extended play extended play containing music from another work, such as a film, video game, television series
Wikidata property to identify record labels Wikidata property
Wikidata property related to rock and metal Wikidata property
harmonizer role; person who harmonizes a piece of music
debut single conflation of definitions of what a "debut single" is. see "disjoint union of" (P2738) for what classes to replace this class with
CD EP extended play in the form of a standard size compact disc
Wikimedia live albums discography Wikimedia list of live album releases
Wikidata property for authority control of musicians and musical ensembles Wikidata property
musical profession musical vocation founded upon specialized musical training or mastery of an instrument
original soundtrack recording original sound recording made specifically for a film, video, or television production
Wikimedia albums-by-performer category subclass of Wikimedia category
folk music genre Wikidata metaclass
world music genre Wikidata metaclass
performed music live performance of a musical work such as a song before an audience as part of a concert or other event
concert tour in support of album Wikidata metaclass
LP+EP multi-disc album format
music by period of time overview of music from a historical perspective, where the described music cannot go beyond the historical scope
Wikimedia single albums discography Wikimedia list of single album releases
2 × MC music release comprised of two audio cassettes
Universal international record label; plain logo "Universal"; imprint of Universal Music Group
television soundtrack recorded music that accompanies a television program
Hari Raya-themed album music album made up of tracks with seasonal, Aidilfitri (Eid al-Fitr)-themed music
visual kei band type of musical group that works primarily in the visual kei genre
Norsk Melodi Grand Prix entry song and artist combination participating in the Norwegian Eurovision Song Contest preselection
title track lead track of an album in South Korean music industry usually released within an album on the same day (like a promo single); it does not have to have the same name as the album
digital EP type of digital music format
studio outtake studio recording not featured on the final release
Wikimedia mini albums discography a discography list of mini albums
Wikimedia special albums discography a discography list of special albums
EP album album format, common in South Korea
pop standard musical composition considered an important part of the musical repertoire of traditional pop musicians
album by artist from this country Wikidata metaclass
Wikimedia albums-by-artist-nationality category subclass of Wikimedia category
by nationality or country of origin of performer Wikidata-specific criterion
type of record label Wikidata metaclass
reissue label type of record label specializing in reissues
jazz label type of record label primarily focused on the jazz genre
song type Wikidata metaclass
soundtrack album series series of soundtrack albums, typically related to a television series or other media franchise
remake album album type common in South Korea; collection of previous songs re-recorded by the artist
Wikimedia list of musical works by performer subclass of Wikimedia list of musical works
live cover live performance of song or composition by another artist
instrumental cover instrumental performance of song or composition by another artist
type of musical work/composition Wikipito
musical work version version of a musical composition
series of concerts series of related concerts not part of a concert tour
Wikipedia article covering multiple soundtrack releases article in Wikipedia which mixes information about theme music, film scores, soundtrack releases, etc. that have separate items on Wikidata
rock genre Wikidata metaclass
CD7 disc seven of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release, box set
virtual duet recorded music track created as a collaboration between current artist along with production recordings of deceased artist
anime soundtrack recorded music accompanying a anime television series, anime film or original video animation
audio track attribute as printed on media class for text labels denoting the type of music of A- or B- side audio tracks, as indicated on the cover of the physical media
audio track attribute class of characteristics of audio recordings published as part of an audio release
covers single music single consisting primarily or completely of cover versions
children's album music album made up of tracks specifically aimed at children
Bol’she ne pishu single by Alenka Star Be 2021
release group group of similar audio releases typically of different formats (digital, CD, etc.)
single release collection of audio recordings that is considered a "single" and is released in a specific format for consumption. typically has less tracks than an extended play or minialbum
C (C,A,CA) songwriter; qualifier to indicate a rolled-up IPI role
TR IPI role; translator
digital album type of album music release released digitally
unofficial music release music term; release not sanctioned by the recording artist, or considered not official by some other criteria
LP1 disc one of a set of vinyl discs making up a multiple disc release
LP2 disc two of a set of vinyl discs making up a multiple disc release
LP3 disc three of a set of vinyl discs making up a multiple disc release
LP4 disc four of a set of vinyl discs making up a multiple disc release
LP5 disc five of a set of vinyl discs making up a multiple disc release
LP7 disc seven of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release
LP6 disc six of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release
LP8 disc eight of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release
3 × MC music release comprised of three audio cassettes
Wikimedia soundtrack album discography Wikimedia list of soundtrack album releases
release (group) series series of recorded music released in any format
EO IPI role; original publisher
album in this series Wikidata metaclass
Wikimedia jazz-related list list on a Wikimedia project related to jazz
heavy metal label type of record label primarily focused on the heavy metal genre
Vocal with Piano audio track format as printed on a physical release; use with P7937
music video attribute quality and metaclass
Mne NRA single by Alenka Star Be, Maria Yankovskaya and Zu Rock Band 2022
9" single type of physical music format
45 RPM 9" vinyl gramophone record format used for singles; use with P437 (distribution format)
reggae label type of record label primarily focused on the reggae genre
group of musical works two or more compositions published under, or otherwise known by, a common name
punk label type of record label primarily focused on the punk genre
EP cover front of the packaging of a commercially released EP
single cover front of the packaging of a commercially released single
anime film scored by this composer Wikidata metaclass
anime scored by this composer Wikidata metaclass
OVAs scored by this composer Wikidata metaclass
liste Wikimédia d'œuvres musicales par formation Wikimedia list of musical works and metaclass
by type of musical ensemble/group Wikidata-specific criterion
band founded by this musician Wikidata metaclass
no artist special purpose performer (P175) credit used for releases where there is no musical artist performing, such as radio / TV advertisements, movie samples, blank tracks, sound effects, etc.
silent album music album consisting primarily or completely of silence
progressive rock band musical group that works primarily in the progressive rock genre
CD8 disc eight of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release, box set
Vocal Group with Orchestra audio track format as printed on a physical release; use with P7937
music art/activity of creating art using sound
record label brand and trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings and music videos
compilation album series series of compilation albums, typically released under a common title or otherwise shared branding
musical group name name used by a band, musical ensemble, choir, orchestra, etc.
twofer compilation reissue of two original music albums as one release
mini album series series of recorded music released in mini-album format
live album series series of live albums, typically released under a common title or otherwise shared branding
CD4 disc four of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release, box set
Shellac 10" album type of physical music format consisting of a set of 3 10" Shellac singles
music by country or region Wikidata metaclass
duets album type of music album dedicated entirely to duets between two recording artists, alternatively a primary performer with guest appereances from various artist; use with P1552
television performance televised performance of a musical work, including lip-sync and play-back
radio performance performance by a musical artist recorded live and broadcast specifically on the radio; attribute for musical releases and audio tracks denoting live radio performances
gramophone record format physical format and playback speed of a gramophone record
multi-unit audio release format music release that spans two or more units of the primary medium in which it is sold or distributed
by composer Wikidata-specific criterion; meta category criterion
song with music by this composer Wikidata metaclass
song with lyrics by this lyricist Wikidata metaclass
musical work by this composer Wikidata metaclass
live album recorded at this location or event Wikidata metaclass
song written about this topic Wikidata metaclass
by performer Wikidata-specific criterion; meta category criterion
Wikimedia list of songs by performer subclass of Wikimedia list of songs
Wikimedia production discography Wikimedia list of producer credits
microgroove record mechanical sound recording with narrow grooves (around 100 grooves per centimeter, three times higher than in shellac records), usually stamped in 'vinyl' (PVC composite)
number-one album in Germany music album that has topped the album chart in Germany
lyrical adaptation adaptation with new lyrics set to an existing song or melody; see also Q63141557 (translated song)
film song song originally written as part of the soundtrack to a motion picture
12" EP vinyl EP; type of physical music format
jazz genre Wikidata metaclass
generic arrangement Wikidata metaclass; special purpose catch-all arrangement to be used when arranger is unknown or unclear
Vocal with Orchestra audio track format as printed on a physical release; use with P7937
SA IPI role; sub-author
SR IPI role; sub-arranger
AD IPI role; adaptor
AM IPI role; Administrator
Vocal with Instrumental Accompaniment audio track format as printed on a physical release; use with P7937
visual album songs on an album accompanied by a series of videos or a single film serving as a visual vehicle for the music
surprise album music albums released with little or no prior publicity
non-album single recording industry term; single release not taken from a regular album
Wikimedia discography of dramatico-musical work Wikimedia list of dramatico-musical work releases
Wikimedia music-related list list on a Wikimedia project related to music
AR IPI role; arranger
CD5 disc five of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release, box set
CD6 disc six of a set of compact discs making up a multiple disc release, box set
2xCD+DVD multi-disc album format
Wikimedia talent show discography Wikimedia list of talent show related music releases
Wikimedia discography of musical work Wikimedia list of musical work releases
Wikimedia TV series soundtrack discography Wikimedia list of television series related music releases, soundtracks
Wikimedia video game music discography Wikimedia list of video game related music releases, soundtracks
Wikimedia anime series discography Wikimedia list of anime related music releases, soundtracks
video game soundtrack recorded music accompanying a video game
Wikimedia list of musical works page on a Wikimedia project with a list of musical works
Wikimedia list of musical works by composer subclass of Wikimedia list of musical works
Wikimedia list of dramatico-musical works page on a Wikimedia project with a list of dramatico-musical works
Wikimedia list of dramatico-musical works by composer subclass of Wikimedia list of dramatico-musical works
opera with music by this composer Wikidata metaclass
Wikimedia list of musical group members list on a Wikimedia project related to members of a musical group or band
CA composer-author; qualifier to indicate an IPI role
CO IPI role; original composer
AO IPI role; original lyricist
TA (AD, SA, TR) transforming author; qualifier to indicate a rolled-up IPI role
IPI changed by performing rights society qualifier used with P2241 / P7452
MA (AR, SR) music adaptor; qualifier to indicate a rolled-up IPI role
Alenka Star Be Russian blogger
Wikimedia artist discography Wikimedia list of music releases by recording artist, musical group
Vocal Duet with Orchestra audio track format as printed on a physical release; use with P7937
extended play reissue a reissue of an extended play
78 RPM 10" vinyl phonograph record format commonly used for for singles; use with P437 (distribution)
blues standard musical composition considered an important part of the musical repertoire of blues musicians; composition that is widely known, performed, and recorded by blues musicians, and widely known by listeners
musical work/composition Wikidata metaclass; legal concept of uniquely identifiable piece or work of music, either vocal or instrumental; NOT applicable to recordings, broadcasts, or individual publications of music in printed or digital form or on physical media
traditional melody melody with anonymous or unknown composer without authorized original version; melody that is part of a musical tradition
blues genre Wikidata metaclass
by tonality Wikidata-specific criterion
Wikimedia list of musical works by tonality/key (P826) subclass of Wikimedia list of musical works
Wikimedia list of musical works by musical form (P7937) subclass of Wikimedia list of musical works
by musical form Wikidata-specific criterion
album released this decade Wikidata metaclass
compilation album released this decade Wikidata metaclass
compilation album released this year Wikidata metaclass
Wikimedia list of musical works by instrumentation (P870) subclass of Wikimedia list of musical works
by instrumentation Wikidata-specific criterion
musical work with this instrumentation Wikidata metaclass
death metal band type of musical group that works primarily in the death metal genre
type of musical ensemble/group Wikidata metaclass; type of musical group, band or ensemble, defined by genre, by instrumentation, or some other criteria
single album a collection of audio recordings that is considered a "single release" and is released in a specific format for consumption
music release type Wikidata metaclass; type of music release
original cast special purpose performer (P175) credit for when a specific theatrical cast item doesn't exist or isn't practical
music by ethnic group Wikidata metaclass; music genres or categories denoting music of certain ethnic groups
Wikimedia media franchise discography Wikimedia list of music releases related to a specific media franchise
Wikimedia list of concert tours page on a Wikimedia project with a list of concert tours
concert tour by this musician or musical group Wikidata metaclass
Wikimedia albums-by-language category subclass of Wikimedia category
album in this genre Wikidata metaclass
Wikimedia albums-by-genre category subclass of Wikimedia category
polka band type of musical group that works primarily in the polka genre
black metal band type of musical group that works primarily in the black metal genre
booklet type of book inserted into the jewel case of a CD or the equivalent packaging for vinyl records and cassettes
Melodifestivalen entry song and artist combination participating in the Swedish Eurovision Song Contest preselection
annual music awards ceremony annual event where a music award is presented in one or more categories
annual music competition any music competition, song contest, etc. held annually
annual music competition edition edition in a specific year of an annual music competition, song contest, etc.

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