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How to Publish Music on YouTube Music

Publishing your music on YouTube Music has never been easier. With the right distribution platform, you can upload your tracks, reach billions of listeners worldwide, and start earning royalties—all while maintaining 100% ownership of your masters. Whether you're an independent artist or an established label, our streamlined process ensures your music gets heard on one of the world's largest streaming platforms.

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Our YouTube Music Publishing Services

Everything you need to successfully publish, promote, and monetize your music on YouTube Music and beyond.

YouTube Music Distribution

Upload your singles, EPs, and albums directly to YouTube Music alongside 150+ other platforms. Retain complete ownership while we handle the technical delivery, metadata optimization, and platform compliance for seamless publishing.

YouTube Content ID Monetization

Automatically claim and monetize your music across millions of YouTube videos. Earn ad revenue whenever your tracks appear in user-generated content, expanding your income streams beyond traditional streaming royalties.

Official Artist Channel Setup

Establish your YouTube Official Artist Channel (OAC) with professional branding, optimized metadata, and strategic content structure. Improve discoverability, enhance credibility, and create a centralized hub for all your music content.

Analytics & Performance Tracking

Access comprehensive dashboards showing YouTube Music streams, listener demographics, geographic data, and revenue breakdowns. Transform insights into actionable strategies for growing your audience and maximizing earnings.

Royalty Management & Splits

Track YouTube Music royalties in real-time with transparent reporting. Automatically split earnings among collaborators at source, ensuring fair, accurate payouts for producers, songwriters, and featured artists every time.

Pre-Save Campaigns & Promotion

Build anticipation before your release with customizable pre-save campaigns and smart links. Drive early engagement, boost algorithmic visibility, and maximize first-week streaming performance on YouTube Music.

Service Process

Our 5-Step YouTube Music Publishing Process

Step 1: Sign Up & Select Your Distribution Plan

Create your account and choose the distribution tier that matches your needs—from our forever-free Vibe plan to premium options with advanced features. Each plan includes YouTube Music distribution, with higher tiers offering enhanced royalty shares and promotional tools.

Step 2: Upload Your Music & Optimize Metadata

Step 3: Set Release Date & Territory Preferences

Step 4: Review, Submit & Go Live on YouTube Music

Step 5: Monitor Performance & Collect Royalties

Trusted By Artists Worldwide

Success Stories

Join thousands of independent artists who have successfully published and monetized their music on YouTube Music.

"Have had quite a smooth experience with Madverse ever since I joined through their Star Plan - special shoutout to Athreya, and ex employees Hiya and Aranyaka for always making sure that my releases are approved timely and for their prompt problem solving!"

Muzzle
Muzzle

"Madverse made releasing my first song super easy. I didn’t know anything about distribution, but they handled everything and my track was live everywhere fast!"

Ankit Chandra
Ankit Chandra

"Very smooth experience on madverse everything worked properly and I had no issues at all"

Sumit
Sumit

"Nice customer service and music team"

Mehak Dureja
Mehak Dureja

"I have tried out many distribution services out there looking for the one that will give me the kind of service and customer support I need. In this search, I decided to give MADverse a try. Many other artists in my circle had recommended for me to shift and that..."

Rohh
Rohh

"Had an amazing experience with Madverse. Great folks doing top notch distribution."

Sushant Kalia
Sushant Kalia

"Best music distribution service. Artist call support is the best. Music release process was smooth as butter."

Ravi Roshan
Ravi Roshan

"Easy to use platform and provides more features than competitors. Got my release out on time. Overall good experience."

Saurabh kumar
Saurabh kumar

"One of the best distribution platforms out there, easy to navigate and fast customer support thanks madverse"

Eshika Billore
Eshika Billore

"MADverse has been extremely smooth functioning for us. I am glad that we have representatives to take us through each step & even help us understand our progress. Sometimes numbers are confusing for artists, it is always nice to have teams who handhold."

Aanchal Shrivastava
Aanchal Shrivastava

"i would say madverse can be trusted as a early stage independent artist. it's one of the best music platform.👍👍"

apoorva sharma
apoorva sharma

"Have had quite a smooth experience with Madverse ever since I joined through their Star Plan - special shoutout to Athreya, and ex employees Hiya and Aranyaka for always making sure that my releases are approved timely and for their prompt problem solving!"

Muzzle
Muzzle

"Madverse made releasing my first song super easy. I didn’t know anything about distribution, but they handled everything and my track was live everywhere fast!"

Ankit Chandra
Ankit Chandra

"Very smooth experience on madverse everything worked properly and I had no issues at all"

Sumit
Sumit

"Nice customer service and music team"

Mehak Dureja
Mehak Dureja

"I have tried out many distribution services out there looking for the one that will give me the kind of service and customer support I need. In this search, I decided to give MADverse a try. Many other artists in my circle had recommended for me to shift and that..."

Rohh
Rohh

"Had an amazing experience with Madverse. Great folks doing top notch distribution."

Sushant Kalia
Sushant Kalia

"Best music distribution service. Artist call support is the best. Music release process was smooth as butter."

Ravi Roshan
Ravi Roshan

"Easy to use platform and provides more features than competitors. Got my release out on time. Overall good experience."

Saurabh kumar
Saurabh kumar

"One of the best distribution platforms out there, easy to navigate and fast customer support thanks madverse"

Eshika Billore
Eshika Billore

"MADverse has been extremely smooth functioning for us. I am glad that we have representatives to take us through each step & even help us understand our progress. Sometimes numbers are confusing for artists, it is always nice to have teams who handhold."

Aanchal Shrivastava
Aanchal Shrivastava

"i would say madverse can be trusted as a early stage independent artist. it's one of the best music platform.👍👍"

apoorva sharma
apoorva sharma

"Have had quite a smooth experience with Madverse ever since I joined through their Star Plan - special shoutout to Athreya, and ex employees Hiya and Aranyaka for always making sure that my releases are approved timely and for their prompt problem solving!"

Muzzle
Muzzle

"Madverse made releasing my first song super easy. I didn’t know anything about distribution, but they handled everything and my track was live everywhere fast!"

Ankit Chandra
Ankit Chandra

"Very smooth experience on madverse everything worked properly and I had no issues at all"

Sumit
Sumit

"Nice customer service and music team"

Mehak Dureja
Mehak Dureja

"I have tried out many distribution services out there looking for the one that will give me the kind of service and customer support I need. In this search, I decided to give MADverse a try. Many other artists in my circle had recommended for me to shift and that..."

Rohh
Rohh

"Had an amazing experience with Madverse. Great folks doing top notch distribution."

Sushant Kalia
Sushant Kalia

"Best music distribution service. Artist call support is the best. Music release process was smooth as butter."

Ravi Roshan
Ravi Roshan

"Easy to use platform and provides more features than competitors. Got my release out on time. Overall good experience."

Saurabh kumar
Saurabh kumar

"One of the best distribution platforms out there, easy to navigate and fast customer support thanks madverse"

Eshika Billore
Eshika Billore

"MADverse has been extremely smooth functioning for us. I am glad that we have representatives to take us through each step & even help us understand our progress. Sometimes numbers are confusing for artists, it is always nice to have teams who handhold."

Aanchal Shrivastava
Aanchal Shrivastava

"i would say madverse can be trusted as a early stage independent artist. it's one of the best music platform.👍👍"

apoorva sharma
apoorva sharma
The Madverse Advantage

Why Choose Madverse for YouTube Music Publishing?

We provide the tools, support, and industry expertise you need to succeed on YouTube Music.

100% Ownership

Retain complete rights to your music and creative decisions. You maintain full authority over licensing and monetization.

95% Royalties

Keep up to 95% of your streaming and Content ID earnings from YouTube Music—industry-leading rates.

Global Distribution

Publish to YouTube Music and 150+ platforms worldwide simultaneously, maximizing your reach and revenue potential.

AI-Powered Tools

Leverage instant quality control, smart promotion, and intelligent analytics to streamline publishing and amplify your success.

About Madverse

Empowering artists to succeed on their terms.

Madverse was built by artists, for artists. Our platform emerged from a deep understanding of the challenges independent musicians face when trying to navigate complex distribution systems and maximize their earnings. We've achieved industry-first milestones, including syncing the first-ever South Asian track in The Kardashians, demonstrating our commitment to breaking barriers and creating opportunities for diverse voices in music. Our mission is simple: empower every artist with professional-grade tools while ensuring they retain complete ownership and earn what they deserve. From our AI-powered publishing workflow to transparent royalty tracking, every feature we build is designed to remove obstacles and let creativity thrive. With Madverse, you're not just uploading music—you're partnering with a team dedicated to your long-term success in the global music industry.

3.9★ RatingTrusted by hundreds of artists
150+ PlatformsGlobal distribution reach
95% Royalty ShareIndustry-leading artist payouts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you publish music on YouTube Music?

To publish music on YouTube Music, you need a music distribution service like Madverse. Sign up, upload your tracks with metadata and artwork, select YouTube Music as a distribution platform, choose your release date, and submit. The distributor handles delivery to YouTube Music, ensuring your music goes live on schedule.

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Still Have Questions About YouTube Music Publishing?

Our team is here to help you navigate the process and maximize your success.

Serving Artists Worldwide

Madverse empowers independent artists and labels across the globe with professional distribution to YouTube Music and beyond.

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Trusted Platform

3.9-star rating from 133+ reviews

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Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at You can also send us a quick email at support@madverse.co