Choose a distributor
Spotify receives official releases through distributors and label delivery partners.
Release music on Spotify
Getting onto Spotify starts before delivery day.
Prepare the master, artwork, credits and release plan early enough for accurate delivery, artist-page mapping and a meaningful editorial pitch.
Prepare the release
Finalise audio, artwork, credits, identifiers, ownership details and the intended release date.
Map the artist
Use the correct existing Spotify artist profile—or create the new relationship carefully.
Plan the pitch
Deliver early enough to claim the upcoming release and submit useful editorial context.
What a distributor actually does
An independent artist does not normally upload a commercial release directly to Spotify. A distributor delivers the audio, artwork and metadata, manages updates and takedowns, receives reporting and pays the recording royalties under its agreement with the artist or label.
Services differ in support, commercial model and eligibility. The right choice depends on whether you only need low-cost delivery or want people involved in metadata, release strategy, DSP pitching, marketing and longer-term catalogue decisions.
- Final mastered audio
- Release artwork that meets store requirements
- Accurate artist, contributor and songwriter credits
- Release title, version, date and territory information
- Rights ownership and label details
- Existing artist-page and catalogue identifiers
Give the release enough runway
Late delivery leaves less time to fix an incorrect artist mapping, validate metadata or prepare a Spotify for Artists pitch. Set the delivery deadline backwards from the release date and leave room for platform processing and corrections.
Once an eligible unreleased track appears in Spotify for Artists, the artist team can submit context for editorial consideration. Community Music also provides campaign-specific DSP pitching for releases delivered through the platform. Neither route guarantees placement, but a clear story, strong music and adequate lead time create a better process.
Frequently asked questions
Can I upload music directly to Spotify?
Official commercial releases are generally delivered through a distributor or label partner. Spotify maintains a provider directory to help artists and labels understand available delivery partners.
How far ahead should I deliver my song?
Allow enough time for distributor review, DSP processing, artist mapping and pitching. Exact lead times vary, so agree on the deadline with your distributor before announcing the date.
Do I need Spotify for Artists?
It is highly useful for managing the artist profile, checking upcoming releases, viewing audience data and submitting eligible unreleased music for editorial consideration.
Can Community Music release my song on other platforms too?
Yes. Community Music provides global distribution across major DSPs rather than delivering only to Spotify.
Find the right independent partner for your next release.
Tell us about your music, release plans and the support you need. We review every application so the partnership is useful on both sides.
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