Create a release by clicking on the “New Release” button on the track detail page of the track you want to release, or in the release section of your account.
If you want to make sure you have everything you need for your release, check out this article. If you want to get more familiar with our release guidelines, you can find information here.
You can learn more about how to build a release with LANDR in the video below.
How should I format my track names?
To ensure that your music is accepted by stores and displayed correctly on streaming platforms, track titles should be clean, consistent, and free of unnecessary or repetitive information. Use standard title casing and avoid including details that are already handled by the platform or reflected elsewhere in your release metadata.
If your release contains multiple versions of the same track, be sure to enter descriptors in the “Version” fields to clearly differentiate them (e.g., "Live", "Radio Edit", "Instrumental", "Extended Version").
Good examples:
- Yellow Submarine
- Smooth Chick
- Blue Orchid
- Move On Up (Extended Version)
Bad examples:
- Yellow Submarine (1966)
- Smooth Chick (Produced by Timbaland)
- The White Stripes – Blue Orchid
- 5. Move On Up (Extended Version)
Avoid including:
- Release format details: Don't add terms like e-release, digital single, 2 CD set, etc.
- Redundant version labels: For original tracks, avoid “album version,” “original version,” or “original mix” — stores assume this by default.
- Platform-specific labels: Terms like “Clean version,” “Explicit version,” or “Mastered for iTunes” are automatically handled by platforms like Apple Music and iTunes and don’t need to be included in your title.
Note: If your release contains only one track, any version information you include in the track name will also automatically appear in the release (album) title.
How should I format my artist name?
Your artist name should be consistent, clear, and search-friendly.
Do:
- Use the same artist name across all releases
- Double-check spelling for accuracy
Don’t:
- Use the format “Last name, First name”
- Include additional info such as:
- Roles (e.g., "guitarist")
- Dates (e.g., "1915–1998")
- Affiliations (e.g., "from The Beatles")
- Websites or social handles
If needed, use the Contributor fields to add the names of collaborators by specific role.
Good examples:
- Jack White
- Frank Sinatra
- John Lennon
Bad examples:
- Jack White (Guitarist)
- Frank Sinatra (1915–1998)
- John Lennon (The Beatles)
Why do I need to enter my full legal name?
Major platforms like Spotify now require full legal names to be listed for publishing and rights attribution. You’ll be asked to enter your legal name in the Composer and Lyricist fields when building your release.
Don’t worry — your legal name will not appear as your artist name. It will only be visible in the credits section of platforms that support it.
Example:
On Spotify, when users click “Show credits” on a track:
- Your artist name will appear under Performed by
- Your legal name will appear under Written by
Note: For classical releases, platforms like Spotify may highlight roles such as Composer, Conductor, and Orchestra as main artists depending on metadata.
Proper formatting ensures smooth delivery to stores, maximizes discoverability, and helps your release look clean and professional across all platforms.
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