mgv1

I just wanted to ask anyone familiar with copyright law if a copyright needs to be completely processed and issues by the Copyright Office before the artist outplaces music to music publishers, online libraries, or distribution services to be protected. In my understanding, the copyright is in effect upon date of receipt of the application and recorded material by the Copyright Office. I'm asking because I have waited almost a year for a non-online copyright application and about 6 months for an Eco filed copyright. Neither are processed yet and I'm wanting to get the music out there.