Free Music Distribution: 16 FAQs, Stores, & Royalties - Be Musix

FREE MUSIC DISTRIBUTION FAQ

Find answers to common questions about our free music distribution services, platforms, royalties, and more.

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Getting Started with Free Music Distribution

1. What is Be Musix and what does it do?

Be Musix is a global digital free music distribution service that helps artists and labels deliver their music and videos to major streaming platforms, digital stores, and video networks such as Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Deezer, and VEVO. We focus on providing high-quality free music distribution options to independent artists.

2. Which stores and platforms does Be Musix distribute to?

Be Musix distributes to 150+ DSPs (Digital Service Providers), including:

  • Spotify
  • Apple Music / iTunes
  • Amazon Music
  • Deezer
  • YouTube Music & Content ID
  • TikTok, Instagram & Facebook Music
  • TIDAL
  • Shazam
  • Boomplay, Anghami, Audiomack (optional regional stores)

A full platform list is available upon request for your free music distribution.

3. How do I get started with Free Music Distribution through Be Musix?

Create an account, upload your audio and artwork, fill in your metadata, choose your release date, and submit. Our team reviews your release and delivers it to your selected platforms. Start your distribution here.

4. How long does it take for my music to go live?

Delivery times vary by platform:

  • Major DSPs (Spotify, Apple, Amazon): 24–72 hours
  • TikTok / Instagram: 3–7 days
  • YouTube Music: 24–48 hours

We recommend submitting 7–14 days before your release date for smooth processing.

5. Which audio and artwork specifications are required?
Audio Requirements
  • Format: WAV
  • Bit depth: 16-bit / 24-bit
  • Sample rate: 44.1 kHz
  • No distortion, clipping, or unauthorized samples
Artwork Requirements
  • 3000 × 3000 px
  • JPG or PNG
  • No logos, URLs, social handles, or store branding
  • Must match artist and release metadata
6. Does Be Musix provide ISRC and UPC codes?

Yes. If you do not have your own codes, Be Musix provides ISRCs (International Standard Recording Code) and UPCs (Universal Product Code) for free.

7. How do royalties work with Be Musix Free Music Distribution?

Be Musix collects royalty payments from every platform and deposits them into your Be Musix account. You can withdraw payments according to our payout schedule using supported methods such as bank transfer, PayPal, or Wise (based on availability).

8. When will I receive my royalty reports?

Most streaming platforms report monthly, but earnings usually appear 60–90 days after streams occur due to industry-standard reporting delays. This is standard for any free music distribution service.

9. Can I edit my release after it has gone live?

Yes, you can request updates to:

  • Artwork
  • Metadata
  • Track titles
  • Release information
  • Store availability

Audio file replacements may require a takedown and re-upload unless approved for technical reasons.

10. Can I distribute covers, remixes, or collaborations?

Yes, but you must have the appropriate rights:

  • Covers require proper licensing depending on your territory. You can check licensing options here: Cover Song Licensing Guide.
  • Remixes require permission from the original rights holders.
  • Collaborations require consent from all featured artists.

Be Musix may request proof of licensing or agreements. For all forms of free music distribution, rights clearance is essential. For more details on music rights, visit a trusted resource like US Copyright Office.

11. Does Be Musix support YouTube Content ID?

Yes. Eligible tracks can be delivered to YouTube’s Content ID system to detect and monetize your music across YouTube. This is part of our standard free music distribution package.

Tracks with unlicensed samples, public-domain loops, or non-original content may be rejected.

12. Does Be Musix offer VEVO distribution?

Yes. Be Musix distributes music videos to VEVO and can create new VEVO channels for artists. This service is included with your free music distribution account.

We also handle:

  • Video delivery
  • Metadata
  • Thumbnails
  • Scheduled premieres
13. Can I migrate my catalog from another distributor?

Yes. We support full catalog migrations without losing streams or playlists, as long as:

  • You keep the same ISRCs
  • The audio files remain the same
  • You coordinate takedowns at the right time

Our support team guides you through the migration process. Read our step-by-step migration guide.

14. Who owns the rights to my music?

You retain 100% ownership of your music.

Be Musix only distributes your content—you keep all rights. This is a key benefit of choosing Be Musix for your free music distribution.

15. What types of content are not accepted?

We do not accept:

  • Copyright-infringing material
  • Unauthorized samples
  • AI-generated copies of existing songs
  • Hateful, violent, or harmful content
  • Low-quality audio or artwork
16. How do I track my streams and earnings from free music distribution?

You can track real-time performance insights directly in your Be Musix dashboard. We make tracking your free music distribution results easy.

Royalty earnings are updated automatically once reports are received from DSPs.

Ready for Free Music Distribution?

Our support team is ready to help. Get in touch with us directly or start uploading now.

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Be Musix is a full-service, free digital music distribution company dedicated to empowering independent artists and labels. We make it easy to distribute your music worldwide across major platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, and more — at no cost. With powerful tools, real-time analytics, and artist-first support, Be Musix helps you reach new audiences, grow your fanbase, and keep 100% of your rights and earnings.
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