Music business · India
Independent Artist Release Checklist for India
Use a repeatable project checklist from final master to post-release catalogue records.
Four weeks before delivery
Finalise masters and artwork, document contributors and confirm that names and titles are spelled consistently. Gather permissions for any third-party material. Choose a release date that gives you time to review delivery requirements rather than relying on last-minute changes.
Create one shared release sheet as the source of truth. Include contact details for the person authorised to approve corrections.
At delivery and launch
Submit accurate artist, contributor and language data. Keep the confirmation and identifiers. Once links appear, check the correct artist page, artwork, title, audio and explicit label on the services most important to your listeners.
Tell collaborators what links and approved assets to use. Coordinated, accurate communication is more useful than adding unverified claims about placements or earnings.
After launch
Archive the final assets and submitted metadata, then monitor reports when they become available. Note genuine corrections and the steps taken so the next release benefits from the learning.
As the catalogue grows, review ownership, splits and contact details periodically. This routine makes distribution, publishing and future business conversations easier.
Put this into practice
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Frequently asked questions
How early should I deliver?
Timing varies by distributor, service and release complexity. Build in time for review and corrections rather than treating a date as guaranteed.
Do I need a company to release music in India?
Business and tax choices depend on your circumstances. Seek local professional advice as needed.
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