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HOME - GRID
Global Release Identifier
| For information on the Global Release Identifier and other aspects of the Music Industry Integrated Identifiers Project go to http://www.mi3p-standard.org/ |
IFPI has been appointed the Registration Authority for the GRid System
GRid is a system to identify releases of sound recordings for electronic distribution that is capable of integration with identification systems deployed by key stakeholders from across the music industry.
GRid consists of:
- The identifier syntax for the fundamental unit of trade – the release;
- A metadata schema providing a minimum set of data needed to uniquely identify the release; and
- Definitions of, and data elements for, messages that will enable electronic data interchange between trading partners and others in the value chain.
To begin allocating GRids, users must apply for an Issuer Code, which uniquely identifies the individual or company that will be identifying their releases with GRids. These are available from the IFPI appointed Registration Agency, RITCO through a secure, web-based on-line application form.
A CREDIT CARD PAYMENT OF GBP150 IS DUE FOR EACH ISSUER CODE APPLIED FOR
An important part of the GRid Syntax is the final element - the Check Digit. By using a specific algorithm, the check digit ensures that the rest of the identifier has not been corrupted. The following 'calculator' will enable you to determine the correct check digit.
For further information about GRid, please contact:
GRid Registration Authority
c/o IFPI Secretariat
54 Regent Street
London W1B 5RE
United Kingdom
Email: grid@ifpi.org
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7878 7900
Fax: +44 (0)20 7878 6832