A&R Review — 24–48h
Every demo is listened to by a real reviewer. We reply honestly, fast.
- Original, unreleased music only
- Genuine quality and artistry
- No AI-generated content
APPLY.
A&R SUBMISSIONS
The Imaginary Records is actively seeking new artists to sign and develop. We accept submissions across all genres.
- Original, unreleased music only
- High quality audio (WAV or MP3 320kbps+)
- Any genre — we value authenticity
- Include artist name, genre, and a brief bio
- Response within 24–48 hours
01
SUBMIT
Fill out our demo submission form with your music and a brief intro about yourself and your artistic vision.
02
REVIEW
Our A&R team listens to every submission. We evaluate sound, artistry, and commercial potential.
03
SIGN & RELEASE
Selected artists receive a label offer. Once signed, we handle everything from mastering to worldwide distribution.
How a release moves through TIR
From demo to live on 200+ platforms — six clear steps, no hidden fees, no lock-in.
STEP 01STEP 02 STEP 03 STEP 04 STEP 05 STEP 06
Apply
Send your demo through the demo portal.
- Finished audio (WAV or 320kbps MP3)
- Cover artwork 3000×3000 px
- Track title, artist name, genre
- Lyrics credits and split details
Agreement & Setup
A simple agreement with clear terms — no lock-in, no upfront paid plans.
- 85/15 split — you keep up to 85%
- You keep your masters
- Simple, readable agreement
Delivery
Approved releases are delivered to 200+ stores worldwide.
- Spotify, Apple Music, JioSaavn
- YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer, SoundCloud
- ISRC and UPC codes included
Go Live — 24–48h
Your music goes live on 200+ platforms within 24–48 hours of approval.
- Release-date planning
- Pre-save and pitch guidance
Royalties
Monthly royalty reports in the artist portal. Transparent, always.
- You keep up to 85% of royalties
- Monthly reports and stream data
- Payouts per the Distribution Agreement
What happens after approval
Approved artists receive a simple agreement (85/15 split, you keep your masters, no lock-in). Once signed, TIR handles delivery to 200+ platforms, ISRC/UPC codes, and monthly royalty reporting in the artist portal.
Review criteria
- Original, unreleased music only.
- High-quality audio (WAV or MP3 320kbps+).
- Any genre — authenticity matters more than trends.
- Include artist name, genre and a brief bio.
- Response within 24–48 hours.
Submission goes through the demo portal: Apply →
Ready to release your music?
Submit your demo today. We listen to everything, and we reply honestly.