The International Standard Recording Code is the industry unique identifier for recording copyright globally.
All record companies conducting commercial release of own recordings in Hong Kong would have had applied for an ISRC Registrant Code from the Organiser as it is free of charge. The ISRC continues to be mandatory for manufacturing and distribution.
The use of ISRC is also a reference for whether the artiste has performed in commercial releases. However, the Organiser also accept:
– The proof of Artiste credentials for all original recording artistes in the Selected Pool of songs is not required.
– Proof or release by an artiste could also be supported by photo of either record cover, advertisement or pop chart listing for at least one title, attached with the email application when the ISRC for the song is not available.