Amazon Music has introduced a new analytics tool for artists, similar to Spotify for Artists and Apple Music for Artists, providing insights into your releases and identifying your audience.

 

 

How to Claim Your Amazon Music for Artists Profile & Get Verified

If you publish music on Amazon Music, you can easily authenticate your artist profile through Amazon Music for Artists. Here's the process.
 

1. Go to artists.amazonmusic.com and log in using your Amazon account credentials.

2. Choose your artist name and fill out all the necessary information.

3. Expedite the verification process by providing additional details like social media links and other relevant information.
 

Once your verification is complete on Amazon Music for Artists, you gain access to comprehensive analytics and data regarding how your music performs on the platform.

This service provides valuable insights across various metrics such as streaming figures, playlist placements, voice search interactions, and more. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what you can discover through Amazon Music for Artists.

 

 

How Does Amazon Music for Artists Work?
 

Stream Counts & Top Songs

Similar to other streaming analytics platforms, Amazon Music for Artists enables you to customize time periods to view total streams, total listeners, and track-specific stream counts.
 

 

 

Playlists & Stations

Whenever your music gets included in Amazon's playlists or stations, you'll see them listed on your artist dashboard.
 

 

 

Voice Requests

You can monitor Amazon Voice Requests through the platform. Whenever someone uses voice commands to request your artist name, albums, tracks, or lyrics on devices like Alexa, these interactions are recorded and visible in your dashboard.

The Daily Voice Index also evaluates your music's performance on a scale from 'Cool' to 'Fire', based on the frequency of Alexa voice searches compared to other artists with similar audience sizes.
 

 

Fans & Superfans

Have you ever wondered about the true extent of your music's popularity? Amazon for Artists examines your streaming statistics to categorize your audience into 'fans' and 'superfans'.

This data provides valuable insights into the level of engagement your listeners have with your music. But how exactly does Amazon differentiate between Fans and Superfans?
 

Fans

Fans are individuals who revisit your music after their initial listen, add your tracks to their personal music libraries or playlists, follow your profile, or purchase your digital or physical products.

These fans contribute to over 50% of your streams, and more than one-third of them will continue streaming your music over the next 30 days.

Superfans

Superfans represent a smaller yet highly devoted segment of your most loyal supporters. They account for nearly one-third of your total streams, and the majority of them will continue listening to your tracks in the upcoming month.

 

 

Integrate Twitch

Amazon Music for Artists also allows you to link your Twitch channel, providing an integrated experience. Here’s how you can set it up:

 

1. Sign in to your Amazon Music for Artists account.

2. Go to Profile & Tools and find the option to Connect Twitch Channel.

3. Log in to your Twitch account to establish the connection.

 

After linking your Amazon and Twitch accounts, your fans can view your Twitch streams directly within the Amazon Music app!

 

Amazon Music for Artists offers robust analytics features such as Voice Requests that are unique in the industry. As Amazon's music service gains ground against competitors like Spotify and Apple Music, now is the ideal moment to explore your data and make a meaningful impact on the platform.

Securing verification and updating your artist profile on Spotify, Apple Music, and other stores is crucial for establishing your credibility and presence as a musician online.

Furthermore, on certain music platforms, verification grants you access to features like editing your artist bio, adding social media links, uploading images, and much more.

To learn how independent artists can get verified, change their profile image, and edit their information on each of the major music platforms, continue reading below.

 

 

Verify and manage artist profiles across various music stores
 

Spotify

Once your music is uploaded to Spotify and accepted, you can automatically verify your profile and manage your artist page by signing up for Spotify for Artists.

Once you have access to your Spotify for Artists account, you can update your profile picture, edit your bio, upload tour dates, monitor your streams, pitch for playlists, and perform other actions.

For more details on getting verified on Spotify, explore further resources.

 

Apple Music

Once Apple Music approves your initial release, you can register with Apple Music for Artists to verify your artist profile and monitor global streaming data.

While it offers fewer editing features compared to Spotify for Artists, you can still update your artist profile picture through Apple Music for Artists. Additionally, you can track searches for your music via Shazam.

For more information on getting verified on Apple Music, explore further details.

 

 

Amazon Music

Amazon Music for Artists provides comprehensive insights into your music's performance globally and allows you to manage your artist page.

It includes detailed streaming analytics and supports integration with Twitch for live streaming. Explore further details on how to get verified on Amazon Music.

 

 

Deezer

Deezer's artist services platform, Deezer Backstage, enables artists to claim and verify their profiles after releasing music on Deezer. Through Deezer Backstage, artists can manage their profiles by updating images, bios, social links, tour information, and playlists. Additionally, they can access detailed analytics about their streams and more.

Learn more about how to get verified on Deezer.

 

 

YouTube Music

Once you've claimed your Official Artist Channel on YouTube Music, you gain the ability to oversee and modify your profile. Official Artist Channels must be requested for setup, so if you wish to claim yours, please reach out to support@highvibesdistribution.com. Please note that setting up and verifying your channel may require some time, so we appreciate your patience.

 

 

 

Tidal

Tidal does not offer a self-service artist platform similar to Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, and Deezer. To update any information on your Tidal artist page, please contact support@highvibesdistribution.com.

 

 

Other stores

Not all music stores allow artists to verify their profiles and update information directly through services like Spotify for Artists.

However, platforms such as Tivo and AllMusic automatically distribute biographies and images to various global music platforms, making it beneficial to register and provide your details. You can learn more about submitting your details to Tivo.

Signing up for multiple artist platforms enables you to monitor your streams, manage your artist pages, and potentially submit your music for playlist consideration in some instances.

Millions of music fans choose Deezer over other established services like Spotify and Apple Music, so it's crucial to understand how listeners are engaging with your music on the platform.

Deezer for Creators is Deezer's equivalent to Spotify for Artists and Apple Music for Artists. It offers artists and labels the tools to edit their profiles and access listener data to plan effective marketing strategies.

So, how do you access Deezer for Creators, and how does it work? Let’s dive in.

 

 

How to get verified on Deezer

Before we dive into the process of submitting your Deezer verification request, let's first discuss what Deezer for Creators is, how it operates, and how it can benefit you and your music.

 

 

What is Deezer for Creators?

According to Deezer, Deezer for Creators offers four main benefits to artists releasing music on the platform:

1. "Show the world who you are" - As a registered Deezer Creator, you can customize your music profile and highlight new tracks or releases for fans to discover first.

2. "Share with your community" - Connect with listeners and notify them about new music drops or upcoming projects.

3. "Don't miss a beat" - Access in-depth streaming and listener data to understand what your fans enjoy and what they don't.

4. "Track your release" - Monitor not only your listening performance but also how your music is evolving over time by tracking which tracks are getting attention.

Sounds like something you'd love to get on board with? Great! That can be arranged.

First and foremost, you’ll need to have your music live on Deezer to access Deezer for Creators. Then, you can sign up and verify your artist ID.

Once your music is released on Deezer, logging into Deezer for Creators is quite simple.

Here's how it works.

 

1. Go to Deezer for Creators and click Request Access.

 

2. Fill out and submit the Deezer for Creators Info form.

Here's a brief overview of the information you'll need for the for

 

3. Wait for Deezer to verify your identity and grant you access.

Ensure you take extra care when filling out all these details—any mistakes could cause setbacks and delay the verification process.

Once you've submitted the information above, you're finished! Access may take a few days to be granted, but you'll receive notification as soon as you can log in.

Be sure to download the Deezer for Creators app once your submission request is accepted for convenient access to all artist features with just a tap!

Tip: You can also grant access to other individuals, like your manager, label, or team members, to your Deezer for Creators account. Simply add them through the User Manager tab.

 

 

How to edit your Deezer artist profile

After you've been verified as an artist and received your login details, it's time to begin updating and editing your artist profile.

 

 

Change your Deezer artist profile picture

To change your profile picture, log into your Deezer profile and click on the Artist Edition tab at the top of your screen.

Here, you can add, update, or change your profile image. Deezer requires artist images to be at least 1200x1200 pixels and no larger than 9MB, in JPG, JPEG, or PNG format.

For more details on image size requirements, refer to our handy cheatsheet on the best image sizes for music streaming platforms.

Remember, any image you upload will be cropped into a circle, so choose your picture accordingly.

In this section, you can also connect your Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) profiles and create and edit custom "statuses" to share with your fans, similar to social media platforms.

 

 

Edit your Deezer artist biography

In the Artist Edition section of Deezer for Creators, you can add and update your artist biography in several languages, including English, French, Portuguese, Chinese, German, and more.

Your bio will be displayed in the viewer's language, so consider having it translated if you're focusing on fans from a specific country.

New artists can learn how to write an artist bio here.

You can also add "Highlights" here. Songs added to Highlights will be featured more prominently on your Deezer profile. However, keep in mind that Deezer prioritizes highlighting new music for the first 30 days after release.

 

 

How to view music analytics on Deezer

To explore detailed data about your music, go to the Analytics tab at the top of the Deezer for Creators dashboard.

Deezer for Creators provides information on various data points, all of which can be filtered by timeframes and releases:

- Total streams

- Unique listeners

- Average daily listeners

- Playlist features

- Top countries and cities

- Best performing tracks

 

Platforms like Deezer for Creators offer invaluable insights into your audience, allowing you to optimize your marketing strategies based on detailed performance data. This helps you understand exactly how your music is resonating on Deezer and where it's making the most impact.

If you haven't already, now is the time to claim your Apple Music artist page and become verified.

An Apple Music for Artists account provides insights into your music's statistics and performance, allowing you to track where your tracks are being streamed and playlisted on the platform.

Before you can access Apple Music for Artists to track your music, you must release your music on Apple Music, claim your artist page, and verify your identity.

 

 

How to claim your Apple Music artist page

Access to Apple Music for Artists is granted once your music is available on the platform or after your first release is uploaded to HIGHVIBES and accepted by Apple Music. You'll receive your Pre-Save SmartLink to confirm acceptance.

 

How to register for Apple Music for Artists:

1. Visit artists.apple.com.

2. Click on "Sign Up" and then select "Request Artist Access."

3. Paste your iTunes Store artist link into the provided text box.

4. Choose your artist name and complete the verification process.

 

How to locate your iTunes Store artist link:

1. Search for your artist name and go to your artist profile on iTunes.

2. Click on the three dots located on the right-hand side of the screen.

3. Choose "Share Artist" and then click on "Copy Link".

If you don't have an iTunes artist profile yet but have uploaded your first release to HIGHVIBES and received your Pre-Save SmartLink, you can email support@highvibesdistribution to request your iTunes Store artist link before your release date.

 

How to update your Apple Music artist profile picture:

Once you’re logged into your Apple Music for Artists account, you can change your artist profile picture by clicking on the ‘Manage’ tab. Then, click ‘Upload Image’ and choose your new profile picture. It may take up to 48 hours for the image to be approved. 

Apple may reject your artist profile picture if it doesn't comply with their guidelines. Ensure you upload high-resolution images without any added text, logos, or explicit content. A straightforward, high-res headshot is ideal. You can review Apple Music’s complete guidelines and rules for artist profile pictures here.

 

How does Apple Music for Artists work?

Apple Music for Artists enables you to monitor various statistics and trends related to your music's performance on the platform. Here are some of the stats you can view!

Overview

The Overview tab provides top-level statistics about your music on Apple Music and iTunes, including total plays, average monthly listeners, song purchases, and Shazam music requests.

You'll also receive notifications about specific insights here, such as streaming milestones, location-based achievements, and more.

Trends

The Trends section of your Apple Music for Artists account allows you to delve deeper into the data behind your music.

You can use the drop-down menus to filter your streams by individual songs, playlists, locations, ages, genders, and more.

Places

With Apple Music’s Places data, you can discover how many plays, downloads and Shazams your music is getting in specific regions of the world.

 

Tip: Utilize your Trends and Places data to adjust your promotional strategies. For instance, if you notice significant streaming activity in France, consider boosting your marketing budget specifically in that region.

Your Music

Navigate to the Your Music section of your account to analyze individual tracks and releases. This tab also includes data on radio spins.

A Radio Spin is recorded whenever a listener plays your track for more than 30 seconds on an Apple Music radio station. These stations are created either by users selecting a song or artist to generate a custom station, or by Apple Music's curated radio stations.

Apple Music for Artists is an invaluable tool for exploring the data behind your streams and devising your marketing strategies. If you haven't already, claim your account now!

With over 72 million subscribers, Apple Music is the second-largest platform for streaming and promoting music online, after Spotify. Whether you're just beginning your music career or already gaining traction, Apple Music should be an essential element of every indie artist's promotion strategy.

The best part is that Apple Music is built for music promotion. It offers numerous promotional tools for artists releasing their music on the platform. However, simply getting your music on Apple Music is just the start—what you do next will truly make you stand out.

 

 

8 Tips for Promoting Your Music on Apple Music in 2024

When promoting your music on Apple Music, it's important to understand the distinction between Apple Music and its counterpart, iTunes.

While iTunes allows users to purchase and download songs or albums individually, Apple Music operates as a subscription service where listeners pay a monthly fee for unlimited streaming.

While you can still sell music on iTunes, focusing your promotion efforts on Apple Music can be highly beneficial. Here's how.

 

1. Claim your Apple Music for Artists profile

Claiming or verifying your Apple Music for Artists profile is perhaps the most crucial and straightforward step to kickstart your Apple Music promotion strategy!

If you're new to Apple Music for Artists, follow these steps to claim your profile:

1. Visit artists.apple.com to create an Apple Music for Artists account

2. After signing up, click on 'Request Artist Access.'

3. Paste your iTunes Store artist link into the provided text box.

4. Choose your artist name and complete the verification process.

 

 

2. Create a track preview tweet

One of Apple Music's most effective promotional tools is the ability to create a track preview tweet. This feature allows you to share a Twitter audio card featuring a 30-second preview of your song, complete with cover art and a direct link to listen to the full track on Apple Music. It's a powerful way to boost social engagement and encourage music sharing among your existing fanbase and potential new listeners.

Note: This feature is currently available only for individual songs, not albums or playlists.

 

 

3. Design your own badges & icons

Apple Music badges and icons, available in 42 languages, serve as recognizable symbols to help global listeners identify you and your music. They are effective tools for promoting your music across various marketing channels, including social media, apps, websites, and printed materials.

Badges are branded images that visually represent your music or product, often accompanied by text displaying its name.

Icons feature the product's imagery, incorporating elements like music notes and color schemes.

Both badges and icons can be strategically embedded as clickable links to your songs or albums on Apple Music, enhancing visibility on platforms such as your website or social media.

Here are the steps to create an Apple Music badge or icon:

1. Visit Apple Music Marketing Tools.

2. Locate and select the song or album you want to promote.

3. If applicable, insert your affiliate token into the designated field on the content page.

4. Scroll to the 'Badges and Lockups' section.

5. Choose a color and language for the "Listen on Apple Music" badge.

6. Click on Download to save the badge for use in your marketing materials, such as press photos and album art.

7. Use the Copy Embed option to copy the URL to your clipboard for embedding on your website or other platforms.

 

Note: Before creating or using any official Apple badges and branding, it's important to review the Apple Music Identity Guidelines to ensure compliance with their requirements.

 

 

4. Make an embedded player

An embedded player on Apple Music allows users to share music previews directly on any website. This feature enables both Apple Music subscribers and non-subscribers to listen to 30-second song clips, view album previews, or explore playlists with full track listings. Subscribers can enjoy full tracks without leaving your site to stream them on Apple Music. Similar to the track preview tweet, embedding a player provides a convenient way for listeners to sample music directly from any site that supports web embedding.

 

Here's how to create an Apple Music embedded player:

1. Go to Apple Music Marketing Tools.

2. Find and select the song or album you wish to embed.

3. If necessary, enter your affiliate token in the designated field on the content page.

4. Navigate to the 'Preview Player' section and adjust the dimensions (height and width) as needed.

5. Click on 'Copy Embed' to copy the embed code to your clipboard and then paste it onto your website.

 

 

5. Create links to your music

The most effective method to direct listeners to a specific song, album, or playlist is through links that automatically open Apple Music on any mobile device or digital platform. Additionally, you can generate shortened links for use in email marketing and social media promotions!

How to generate a link to your music on Apple Music:

1. Go to Apple Music Marketing Tools.

2. Locate the song or album you want to promote.

3. If necessary, input your affiliate token into the designated field on the content page.

4. Scroll down to 'Content Link' and click on 'Copy Link'.

5. For a shortened URL, navigate to 'Short Link', click 'Generate Short Link', and then 'Copy Link'.

 

 

6. Grow your audience on the platform

Begin by mobilizing support from family, friends, and existing fans. Sync all your social media profiles with your Apple Music profile to direct diverse followings and traffic to your Apple Music presence.

Take it further by supporting fellow musicians on the platform who are at a similar level. Follow them, offer compliments on their tracks, and consider giving them shout-outs or mentions on your social media channels.

This not only helps in fostering a community of like-minded musicians on the platform but also encourages reciprocal support when you promote each other, expanding your fan base network.

 

 

7. Upload music consistently

Consistently uploading music increases your chances of success on Apple Music. Regularly releasing new songs and albums ensures that you remain in your fans' musical radar and streaming playlists. Maintain a steady and well-promoted uploading schedule to stay engaged with your audience.

However, always prioritize the quality of your music. Avoid the temptation to release subpar content just to maintain visibility, as discerning fans will notice and it can harm your reputation in the long term.

 

 

8. Secure placement on playlists

Getting playlisted on Apple Music, similar to Spotify, is a valuable music promotion strategy for emerging artists.

Unlike Spotify, Apple Music's public playlists are curated exclusively by Apple Music's editorial team. This means you can't directly pitch your music for playlist consideration unless you have a personal connection with an Apple Music curator or staff member.

However, while direct submissions aren't accepted, there are actions you can take to improve your chances of landing on a public playlist. These include verifying your profile, building a strong following both within and outside of Apple Music, and collaborating with a well-connected distributor.