Choosing your release date is about more than finding an open day on the calendar. Being strategic about timing can significantly boost your streams and help your release reach its … Continue reading
Releasing Music
Releasing music is complicated. Get important tips and updates on how to make your songs available to fans in the age of streaming digital music. Information about the world’s most popular platforms, how to access them, and how to work with DSPs like Spotify, Apple Music, and more properly.
6 common release mistakes artists make (and how to avoid them)
Releasing your music and finding an audience takes the right mix of tools and knowledge. From gathering your assets for submission to promoting your music and growing your fan base, … Continue reading
7 things to do after submitting your music for distribution with CD Baby
For many artists — especially if you’re making your debut — just getting your music submitted to major platforms feels like the finish line. Between actually finalizing the music, then … Continue reading
5 ways to maintain momentum after release day
Did you just release new music? If you’re like many artists, you probably went all-in on the release rollout, promoting your music for weeks and spending release day hitting refresh … Continue reading
The Complete Release Day Checklist
Are you preparing for a release day? In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to maximize your streams and fan engagement from the moment your music goes … Continue reading
Music Metadata 101
What is music metadata? Whether you’re asking a streaming platform for new music recommendations or searching for your favorite artists, metadata is always at work behind the scenes, giving structure … Continue reading
Music Distribution Guide: How to distribute your music in 2026
Are you an independent artist looking to distribute your music to major platforms like Spotify and Apple Music? In this blog, we’ll provide a detailed step-by-step overview of the music … Continue reading
10 things every artist should do on release day
Your release day is the most important moment in your music marketing campaign. It’s when your fans are most engaged and algorithms are watching to evaluate how your music resonates … Continue reading
The ultimate music release strategy for 2026
This article was updated January 6, 2026. Releasing new music should feel exciting, not overwhelming. But without a clear plan, you risk stunting your success. That’s where a release strategy … Continue reading
What does a music distributor do?
If you’re looking to release your music on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, you’ve probably heard of music distribution. A music distributor like CD Baby delivers your tracks … Continue reading