Apple Music is enhancing the quality targets of metadata received from preferred distributors in an effort to elevate the experience for their music listeners. Symphonic is implementing the following key changes:
Contributor Representation Requirement
On January 2, 2025 Symphonic will require each track delivered to Apple to have at least one role represented for each of the three Contributor groups:
- Writers: Example: Lyricist, Composer, Arranger
- Performers (solo and band members): Example: Rap, Lead Vocals, 12-String Acoustic Guitar, Moog, Synth Bass, Drum Machine
- Production & Engineering: Example: Producer, Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer, Mastering Engineer, Immersive Engineer
You can find these fields under each track.
In the meantime, we recommend adopting these practices proactively when preparing releases. Once implemented, you will be prompted to include the necessary roles when creating your releases. This ensures that musical contributors have a more prominent and reliable presence on Apple Music. More specific details on Apple's specifications are below:
Please note: We already require a Writer role for every track, regardless of DSP selection. More information on our writer requirements can be found here.
FAQs
Do I have to edit all my past releases and supply these requirements?
No. You are not required to edit your past releases to supply this information. However, if you wish to do so, please follow these steps to edit your release. If you edit an older release for any reason, you will be prompted to fulfill these requirements at that time.
If I deselected Apple on my releases, can I add Apple later on?
Yes. If you would like to distribute to Apple in the future, you can edit your release, fulfill the updated requirements, and select Apple as a DSP before re-submitting the release.
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