Have you ever dreamt about listening to your own music on Spotify? Now, Release your Music on Spotify and stop dreaming by acting now! It’s not an unachievable goal. Gallery Vision is here to help you release your music on Spotify and make your dreams come true. Let’s get started!
Why Release Music on Spotify?
Spotify is a wide-reaching platform that helps you connect with a global audience. It offers exposure, potential for discovery and a chance to connect with followers. Additionally, Spotify’s algorithms and playlists can help increase visibility and attract new audiences and potentially bring revenue through streaming royalties.
Getting Your Music Ready for Release
1) Finalise Your Song
Finalising your song is the first step in ensuring your music is ready for release. These are the few things to keep in mind before finalising your song:
- Audio quality (16bit/44.1KHZ preferred)
- Format (Wav)
- Instrumentation
- Sound selection
- Lyrics and theme
2) Provide Accurate Metadata
Metadata is the information that accompanies your track, such as song title, artist name and genre. Providing accurate metadata enhances the reach of your song to a wider audience.
3) Creating a Captivating Cover-Art
Having a captivating cover art is an important way to attract the attention of your audience.
Requirements:
- JPG or PNG format
- 3000*3000 aspect ratio
- RGB colour mode
1. Choosing a Distributor
You have to choose a distributor to get your music onto Spotify. Sign up with Gallery Vision. We will guide you through everything from polishing the song to helping you with providing the accurate metadata, creating the cover art, releasing your song and leveraging it.
2. Upload Your Music and Metadata
After signing up with Gallery Vision, we will help you to create an account in Spotify and help you upload your song and the metadata. Additionally, we aid you to to select your release date and time.
Tips for a Successful Launch
- Make sure that you choose a release date that give you ample time to promote your song.
- Promote your music using social media and collaborate with bloggers and other social media influencers.
- Create a pre-save link and share it with the audience.
1. Optimize your profile
It’s crucial to have an optimized artist profile once your music is on Spotify. That is, you need a compelling artist bio, high quality pictures and links to your social media platforms. This will help you connect with your audience easily.
Spotify for Artists is an effective tool that gives you information about your audience and allows you to manage your profile. You can keep track of your streams, analyze the demographics of your listeners etc. It’s a helpful tool for keeping track of your music’s performance.
Claim your Spotify for Artists Profile: https://artists.spotify.com/en/claim
3. Engage with Your Audience
Engaging with your audience and building a dedicated fanbase is essential in your Spotify journey. Respond to the fan’s feedback on your music, interact with them on social media and host live Q&A sessions. Creating a personal connection with your audience increases sharing of your music and builds fan loyalty.
4. Monitor your progress
Check your music’s performance frequently once it is live on Spotify. Track the quantity of streams, playlist positions, and listener engagement. Utilize this information to optimize your upcoming releases.
5. Be consistent
When it comes to streaming music, consistency is essential. To maintain your audience’s interest, continue to regularly release new information. Regular releases improve your chances of being found by Spotify’s search algorithms.
Why Gallery Vision?
Over the past 16 years we have been collaborating with artists to bring their music to the world.
- Global distribution
- Free distribution
- Minimal commission after sales
- High-quality marketing
- Complete ownership of the music by its creator
Conclusion
Keep in mind that releasing your music on Spotify is a journey that demands careful preparation and execution. To make your release stand out in a highly competitive digital world, you need an expert partner. In this case, Gallery Vision is the right choice for you! Our top priority is to support you on your musical journey, and we look forward to assisting you at every stage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the cost of distributing music on Spotify?
The cost of distributing music on Spotify varies with the distributor. At Gallery Vision, we don’t charge you anything to have your music on any of the streaming services.
Can I retain ownership of my music when I upload it on Spotify?
Yes, when you upload music to Spotify, you retain the ownership of it.
How long does it take for my music to appear on Spotify after uploading?
It usually takes only 24 hours for us to approve your song after you upload it. And your song will be live on Spotify within 5 business days.
Can I edit my release information after it’s been submitted to Spotify?
Yes, we facilitate you to edit your information even after it’s been submitted to Spotify.
