Here is the address to get your music listed with BDS:
For BDS (tracks radio air play), send a copy of the song you want "fingerprinted."
It must be the exact version you intend radio to play. Send a note listing
the name of the songs (A side and B side), the name of your record label,
and the type of music that it is.
Broadcast Data Systems
8100 NW 101st Terrace
Kansas City, MO 64153
816.891.1010
It is free to have your music listed with BDS, but they charge to retrieve
the data. All major labels subscribe to both BDS and SoundScan. Got a
friend at a label who can pull your info for free?
Broadcast Data System (BDS)
The BDS system detects each time a record that has been specially coded
for BDS recognition. BDS reports the real number of radio spins a record
gets. Using a unique computer technology, BDS monitors radio and
television broadcasts, keeping track of songs and commercials as they are
being aired. Thru the BDS network, record executives, programmers and
advertisers can access detailed information about the exact time, date,
and size of audience associated with airplay on over 560 radio and 500 TV
stations.
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