During the holiday season, we experience higher-than-usual volumes, so please plan your release well in advance.

We recommend that artists carefully review all release details—including artist name, track titles, cover art, and release date—to avoid any delays, as response times may be slower during this busy time. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

Apple Music and the iTunes Store

If you plan on releasing content on Apple Music and the iTunes Store between November 27, 2026, and January 1, 2027, remember to check the following delivery deadlines.

Release DateDelivery Deadline
November 27, 2026November 20, 2026
December 4, 2026November 27, 2026
December 11, 2026December 4, 2026
December 18, 2026December 11, 2026
December 25, 2026December 18, 2026
January 1, 2027December 25, 2026

Important: Music submitted after these deadlines may not go live on the intended release date, so please plan accordingly.

Wishing you a successful release and a joyful holiday season!

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