With Apple Music for Artists, you can track your songs' performance in real time, analyze listener trends, and make data-driven decisions to grow your audience.
The platform also allows you to update your artist profile, manage your catalog, keep track of where your music is being "Shazamed" around the world, and verify your connection to your music, making it an essential tool for any artist looking to maximize their reach.
REQUIREMENTS
Have a release out on Apple Music where you are a Primary Artist.
Your release must be live on Apple Music for at least five business days to claim your artist page.
Create an Apple Account if you don't already have one.
Steps to Gain Access to Apple Music for Artists:
Sign up for Apple Music for Artists:
Head to https://artists.apple.com/.
Tap "Request Artist Access" and search for your artist page:
Copy and paste your iTunes Store artist page link into the search field.
To find your artist page link:
Search for your artist name or the name of one of your albums in Apple Music or the iTunes Store.
Select the item, then click the "More" button.
Choose "Share" and then "Copy Link."
Paste your artist page or album link into the application:
Select one of your albums to ensure you are claiming the correct page.
Note: You must have the primary artist role on the album to claim the artist page. Featured artists cannot claim accounts.
Choose your role and complete the application:
Select your role (Artist, Manager, or Label Rep) and fill out all requested fields.
For faster verification, sign in to your social media accounts.
Approval times can vary, but it typically takes 1-2 weeks for Apple Music to process your request.
You will receive an email notification once your request is approved.
If you haven’t received approval after a few weeks or encounter issues during the process:
Double-check the information you provided and ensure all links and details are accurate.
Contact Apple Music for Artists support at https://artists.apple.com/support for further assistance.
By following these steps, you’ll be on your way to managing your music’s presence on Apple Music and accessing powerful analytics tools to grow your career!