How to Release Your Music in India (Without a Label) 🎵
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So you made a banger track but have NO IDEA how to get it on Spotify?
Same. Every independent artist in India faces this.
Here's the truth nobody tells you:
You can't directly upload to Spotify or Apple Music.
These platforms only accept music through distributors. Think of them as the middleman between your laptop and millions of listeners.
What you actually need:
✨ A music distributor (costs ₹299-2000) ✨ Your song in WAV format ✨ Cover art (3000x3000 px) ✨ 2-3 weeks before release date
That's literally it.
Why Indian artists need INDIAN distributors:
Here's something most people miss — international distributors don't support caller tunes.
And in India, caller tunes = passive income. When someone sets your song as their Jio Tune or Airtel Hello Tune, you earn money EVERY MONTH.
DistroKid? TuneCore? They don't do this.
Indian distributors do.
The basics in 60 seconds:
Step 1: Pick a distributor → Best Music Distribution Companies in India 2026
Step 2: Upload your track + cover art
Step 3: Fill metadata (song title, artist name, genre)
Step 4: Choose platforms (Spotify, JioSaavn, Apple Music, etc.)
Step 5: Set release date (plan 2-3 weeks ahead)
Step 6: Submit and wait for approval
Step 7: PROMOTE LIKE CRAZY
Platforms your music will be on:
🟢 Spotify 🔴 Apple Music 🟠 JioSaavn 🟡 Gaana 🔵 YouTube Music ⚫ Amazon Music 📱 Instagram/TikTok 📞 Caller Tunes (Jio, Airtel, Vi, BSNL)
Plus 150+ more worldwide.
Quick links if you want to dive deeper:
→ Why You Need Caller Tune Distribution
→ Complete Guide for Beginners
→ How Much Spotify Actually Pays
→ Free Distribution Options
The bottom line:
You don't need a record label in 2026. You don't need connections. You don't need lakhs of rupees.
You just need good music, right distributor, and patience.
Your audience is waiting. Go release that track.
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