Establishing Explicit As-Of Dates — Establishing Explicit As-Of Dates

Because an artist's career and catalog are dynamic, timeline claims should include explicit dates to reflect the specific version of the record being cited. In copyright practices, when a work is created over a period of time or updated, the registration must specify the completion year of that final version.

Establishing clear 'as-of' dates ensures that readers understand which era or version of a musician's career is being documented. This practice prevents outdated details from being misconstrued as active, ongoing professional commitments.