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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO DISTRIBUTE YOUR MUSIC WITH CONFIDENCE.
Submitting your music to 150+ platforms takes minutes — but making sure everything goes live smoothly takes solid preparation.
With over 25 years of experience helping independent artists release their music worldwide, we’ve learned what it takes to get it right the first time. This playbook walks you through the entire distribution process, breaking down key concepts and offering expert tips and resources to set you up for success.
LEARN HOW TO:
- Prepare every essential asset, including audio, cover art, and credits
- Get your metadata right so your music is correctly identified and paid
- Ensure your tracks and visuals meet professional platform standards
- Avoid common mistakes that cause delays, rejections, or missing royalties
- And more!