SPOTIFY DISTRIBUTION.
Get Your Music on Spotify in India
Spotify is the world's biggest streaming platform, and in India it's where playlists, algorithmic discovery, and editorial features like RADAR and Fresh Finds can change an independent artist's trajectory overnight. But Spotify doesn't accept direct uploads from artists — you need a distributor. That's what we do.
Why Spotify Matters for Indian Artists
Three reasons: algorithmic discovery (Release Radar and Discover Weekly put your music in front of listeners who've never heard of you), editorial playlists (a single placement can mean lakhs of streams), and global reach (your Kashmiri folk track can find listeners in Berlin). Spotify for Artists also gives you the best analytics in the business — you'll know exactly who's listening, where, and how they found you.
How It Works With TIR
- Upload your release: finished WAV audio, 3000×3000 cover art, and complete metadata through our portal.
- 24–48 hour delivery to Spotify, with free ISRC and UPC codes assigned.
- Live in 3–5 days typically. Your Spotify for Artists profile is created automatically — we help you claim it.
- Playlist pitching via Spotify for Artists, submitted at least 7 days before release for editorial consideration.
What You'll Earn on Spotify
Spotify pays roughly ₹0.12–₹0.25 per stream in India, varying by listener subscription type and region. A lakh of streams earns roughly ₹12,000–₹25,000 — of which you keep 85% with TIR. Realistic, transparent numbers: no inflated promises, just the actual math.
Common Spotify Mistakes Indian Artists Make
- Releasing without claiming Spotify for Artists first — you lose playlist-pitching eligibility.
- Wrong artist name spelling, creating a duplicate profile that splits your listeners.
- Setting a release date less than a week out, missing the editorial pitching window.
- Ignoring Canvas, playlist descriptions, and profile completeness — the details that convert listeners to followers.
Spotify for Artists: Setting Up for Success
Your Spotify for Artists profile is your command center, and setting it up properly before release day makes a measurable difference. Claim your profile as soon as your first release is delivered — you'll need it to pitch for editorial playlists, and pitching closes 7 days before release. Complete every field: a high-quality profile image, a header, a bio that says who you are in two sentences, and links to your Instagram and YouTube.
Two features most Indian independents underuse: Canvas — the short looping video on your track page, which measurably increases shares and saves — and Artist Pick, where you pin a track, playlist or announcement to the top of your profile. Both take minutes to set up and both compound over every release. After release, watch your audience tab: knowing which cities and playlists drive your streams tells you where to tour, where to run ads, and which sound to double down on.
Quick Answers
How much does Spotify distribution cost?
With TIR: nothing upfront. No joining fee, no yearly fee — we take 15% of royalties and you keep 85%.
How long until my song is live on Spotify?
Usually 3–5 days after we deliver, and we deliver within 24–48 hours of your approved submission.
Can I pitch to Spotify editorial playlists?
Yes — once your Spotify for Artists profile is claimed, every release can be pitched at least 7 days before release day.
Do I need a label to get on Spotify?
No. Independent artists distribute through services like TIR every day — no label required, and you keep your rights.
Your Spotify journey starts here. Apply — free distribution to Spotify and 200+ platforms, 85% of your royalties, paid in rupees.