How to Put Your Music on Apple Music
Eligible releases are prepared for this platform under its current audio, artwork, lyrics and metadata requirements.
Getting your release onto Apple Music
Apply for invite
One application can include this platform where the release is eligible.
Human review
Our team reviews quality, catalogue and rights by hand.
Private invitation
Approved artists are onboarded and their release is scheduled.
Delivered & tracked
The release is packaged to spec, delivered and monitored on this platform.
Apple Music doesn't take uploads directly from independent artists — your music has to come through a distributor. With a current distributor like Mazufa Records you can get your song on Apple Music (plus iTunes, Shazam and other currently supported services) at commission according to current plan terms, keeping ownership subject to your agreement. Here's how.
Get on Apple Music in 4 steps
Prepare your audio and cover art
Export a high-quality WAV and square art at 3000×3000. Need help? Use the current cover maker and audio checker.
Apply to Mazufa Records for review
Submit your application for review. Account access is invite-only after acceptance; there is no direct account creation. Apply for an invitation.
After acceptance, upload and select Apple Music
Add your track and details, then choose Apple Music. Your release is also delivered to iTunes and made recognizable on Shazam automatically.
Submit and claim Apple Music for Artists
Once delivered, claim your profile on Apple Music for Artists to see stats and get editorial consideration. You receive royalties under the applicable plan and agreement.
Frequently asked
Review the current plan and applicable agreement for the relevant feature, pricing and eligibility terms.
Yes. Review the current plan and applicable agreement.
Does Apple Music let artists upload directly?
No. Apple Music requires music to come through an approved distributor. Mazufa is a current distributor that delivers to Apple Music and other currently supported platforms.
Does my song also appear on iTunes and Shazam?
Yes. Releases delivered to Apple Music are also available on iTunes and recognizable on Shazam.
How long until my song is live on Apple Music?
After you submit, delivery usually takes a few days. Setting a release date 2–4 weeks ahead gives time to process and pitch.
Do I keep my royalties and rights?
Yes. With Mazufa you keep royalties under the applicable plan and agreement and ownership and royalty treatment under the applicable agreement of your music. Mazufa applies current plan terms.
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Prepare eligible releases for supported digital services with clear current-plan terms while retaining ownership subject to your agreement.