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As usual, the [[Style/Principle|style principles]] of error correction and artist intent apply. The [[Style/Titles|general guidance for titles]], applies specifically to tracks as follows:
As usual, the [[Style/Principle|style principles]] of error correction and artist intent apply. The [[Style/Titles|general guidance for titles]], applies specifically to tracks as follows:
*Capitalisation should generally follow the [[Style/Language|language specific guidance]].
*Capitalisation should generally follow the [[Style/Language|language specific guidance]].
*[[Style/Titles/Extra_title_information|Extra title information]] usually indicates a version of a track, for example a particular mix, or an acoustic version. Extra information that is not intended to distinguish between tracks (e.g. ''bonus track'' or ''traditional'') should not be entered as extra title information.
*[[Style/Titles/Extra_title_information|Extra title information]] usually indicates a version of a track, for example a particular mix, or an acoustic version. Extra information that is not intended to distinguish between tracks (e.g. ''bonus track'' or ''traditional'') should not be entered as extra title information. Note that the other tracks that the extra title information is intended to distinguish them from may not be on the same release, or even known, but this does not mean the information should be removed from the track title.
*Use the [[Style/Titles/Multiple_titles|multiple titles]] style when there are multiple songs named on one track, whether a compilation, DJ mix or medley.
*Use the [[Style/Titles/Multiple_titles|multiple titles]] style when there are multiple songs named on one track, whether a compilation, DJ mix or medley.
*For tracks, a [[Style/Titles/Subtitles|subtitle]] is typically used when both a medley (or mix) and the songs it contains are named, i.e. Medley Name: Song 1 / Song 2.
*For tracks, a [[Style/Titles/Subtitles|subtitle]] is typically used when both a medley (or mix) and the songs it contains are named, i.e. Medley Name: Song 1 / Song 2.

Revision as of 19:29, 29 August 2013

Enter the most complete and correct version of the track title, as it appears on the release. Typically, track titles are listed on the back of a release. If a more complete version of the title is available within the material associated with the release, such as a booklet or liner, use this version or, if necessary, produce a composite version.

As usual, the style principles of error correction and artist intent apply. The general guidance for titles, applies specifically to tracks as follows:

  • Capitalisation should generally follow the language specific guidance.
  • Extra title information usually indicates a version of a track, for example a particular mix, or an acoustic version. Extra information that is not intended to distinguish between tracks (e.g. bonus track or traditional) should not be entered as extra title information. Note that the other tracks that the extra title information is intended to distinguish them from may not be on the same release, or even known, but this does not mean the information should be removed from the track title.
  • Use the multiple titles style when there are multiple songs named on one track, whether a compilation, DJ mix or medley.
  • For tracks, a subtitle is typically used when both a medley (or mix) and the songs it contains are named, i.e. Medley Name: Song 1 / Song 2.
  • Parts, volume and series numbers...

If no track title is available, follow the guidance for unknown and untitled tracks.

If the track is an OC ReMix track, follow the specific guidance.

Examples

Track with error correction

Two tracks, different names, same recording

The four tracks on the Time single contain extra title information to differentiate between them:

  • Doin' Time (Bradley version)
  • Doin' Time (remixed by Wyclef Jean)
  • Doin' Time (remixed by Marshall Arts)
  • Doin' Time (album version)

Subtitles and multiple titles:

Part

[unknown]

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