Set up Apple Music for Artists in 20 minutes
Half your audience may be on Apple. Claim your profile and read your data.
Claim it now
Request artist access through Apple Music for Artists with your distributor details. Verification takes a few days, so do it before you need it.
Upload a high res artist image and write a bio that says what you sound like, not just where you are from.
Read the data
Apple shows you Shazams, radio spins, and playlist adds Spotify does not. Shazam spikes tell you where your song is catching on in the real world.
Use city data to plan shows. Play where the listeners already are.
Optimize the profile
Keep your featured releases current and link your Instagram. A dead profile leaks the fans your music earned.
Next step: claim your profile today and check your top three cities.
Pitch Apple editorial too
Apple has editorial playlists like Spotify. Pitch through Apple Music for Artists with the same care and lead time.
Highlight Shazam data in your pitch. It proves real world traction that editors respect.
Your Monday action plan
Request Apple Music for Artists access today. Verification takes days, so start now.
Once approved, upload your artist image, write your bio, and check your top cities for tour planning.
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