The first step in setting up your Catalog is connecting the Artists you work with.
This will not limit the songs or artists you have access to - it will simply make your routine Catalog workflows easier. Your connected Artists will also auto-populate Community and Promotion sections of the platform.
To add an Artist, navigate to the bottom left of the page and click + New Profile. If your artist has a profile on Spotify, you will be able to select them from a list.
If your artist does not have a Spotify profile yet, you can make one. You will need to upload a thumbnail image, and pick a profile display name. The image and display names will be used internally in your Catalog. If you run any Drops or outward-facing initiatives, this thumbnail will also appear there as a default. You can edit these profile details later, and merge with a Spotify profile when it becomes available.
The Brand Profile option will also prompt you to add a thumbnail image and name. This is best used if you plan to run Drops, Social Engagement, and Promotions for festivals, label accounts - basically, anything that isn't artist specific.
To disconnect an artist, use the left panel to open the list. Then hover, and via the 3 dots, click Delete Profile.