How to Get Your Music
on Apple Music
Deliver lossless and Spatial Audio to 167+ countries
Apple Music differentiates itself through audio quality — Lossless and Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio are now standard listener expectations on the platform — and through a genuinely human editorial team that still hand-picks playlists and cover art placements. Getting featured on Apple Music often requires more lead time than Spotify, but the editorial placements tend to be higher-impact and longer-lasting.
Delivery Time
1-3 Days
Payout Model
Pro-rata streaming splits
Reach
Global (167 countries)
Apple Music Features
Tips to Succeed on Apple Music
Submit for editorial consideration through Apple Music for Artists at least 2-3 weeks before release — Apple's editorial review cycle runs further in advance than most other DSPs.
If your mix supports it, deliver a Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio master. Apple actively promotes Spatial Audio content in dedicated playlists and homepage placements.
Claim your Apple Music for Artists profile to access pre-add data, which — like Spotify pre-saves — signals early interest to Apple's recommendation systems.
Keep your artist bio and photos updated in Apple Music for Artists; editorial teams reference profile completeness when considering placements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Apple Music support lossless audio for independent artists?
Yes. When you deliver a release through DistroVibe, it becomes eligible for Apple Music's Lossless and Hi-Resolution Lossless tiers automatically, at no extra cost or technical requirement on your end.
How far in advance should I submit for Apple Music editorial playlists?
We recommend submitting through Apple Music for Artists at least 2-3 weeks before your release date. Apple's editorial team reviews submissions well ahead of release, more so than most other platforms.
Is Shazam connected to Apple Music?
Yes, Apple owns Shazam and the two platforms are deeply integrated. A Shazam tag on your track links directly to your Apple Music page, making it a strong discovery channel alongside your Apple Music distribution.
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