Work backwards from the release
A release date should leave enough time for final audio checks, artwork, metadata and platform processing. Delivery timelines vary by distributor.
Choose a target date, then set earlier deadlines for the master, cover, credits and distributor submission.
Check every asset before delivery
Incorrect artist names, explicit-content flags or artwork can delay a release or create platform errors. Use a checklist rather than relying on memory.
Verify the title, primary artist, collaborators, songwriter credits, language and cover dimensions before submitting.
Leave room for pitching and promotion
If you want editorial consideration or a planned campaign, confirm the platform’s current submission rules and deadlines. No pitch guarantees placement.
Prepare a teaser schedule and submit through the official tools available to your account as early as the rules allow.
Choose a date you can support
A date is useful only if you can prepare content and communicate with listeners around it. Avoid choosing a day solely because it looks attractive on a calendar.
Check holidays, collaborator availability and your own workload before confirming the launch.