Distribution
Audio Master Formats
Minimum audio resolution The minimum requirements for uploading audio masters are: WAV at 16 bit depth, 44.1KHz, stereo. FLAC at 16 bit depth, 44.1KHz, stereo. Hifi/HD audio We also support these Hifi/HD files: Bit depth Sampling rate Stereo Format ...
How does the Quality Control process work?
Here, we detail the basic steps during the Quality Control process as well as the timing applied. Quality Control Process QC Timing Content validation How to speed up QC processes? Quality Control Process A release is created and distribution to the ...
Publication timing
In this article, you will find detailed information about the distribution process of a release and how much time can take to get it published by the DSPS. Distribution process Publication of the DSPs Why hasn't my release been published? ...
The QC status shows the message: "Pending"
This status means that the content is pending QC approval and it is under review This indicates that the release has been successfully delivered and is pending to be approved by the Quality Control Team.
Catalog transfer process
To proceed with a catalogue transfer from another distributor to your Interfine Music, we recommend to follow these steps: Create the releases in your Interfine Music Dashboard. Distribute the content. Wait for the synchronization. Take down the ...
Distribution Menu
On the Distribution menu, you will find all the information related to your distribution orders as well as the available DSPs: Current Order Tab Processed Orders Tab Channels Tab Current Order Tab Here you can find the orders that are pending to be ...
Take down my content from DSPs
In order to proceed to do the takedown of a release in the different channels, you may follow the next instructions: Go to the release you want to take down from the channels. Go to the tab "6. Distribution". If you want a takedown from all channels: ...
How to perform an Update that is not allowed?
To make this kind of change, you should follow the following steps: Create an exact copy of the release that has to be updated (same title, cover, tracks, etc.) But without the same UPC. Go to the original release (the one that has been already ...
How to update the cover art?
If a release is being distributed and the QC has been approved, Cover Art upload won’t be permitted until the distribution is completed to all channels. You'll see the following message: On the other hand, if a release is already distributed to all ...
How to perform an Update?
Simply make the needed modification of the aspects that are allowed and send again the release to the same channels originally selected. This action is done from each release's tab “6. Distribution”, by selecting “Update to all channels”.
What metadata can I NOT update in a release?
Metadata that can NOT be updated Primary Artist. Content format (Album, EP, or Single). UPC code. Reference number. ISRC code. Tracks' total number (i.e., a release first distributed with 5 tracks, can't be redistributed with 6). Tracks' order ...
What metadata can I update in a release?
Metadata that can be updated Release's and track's titles. Artwork (Cover art). No pending deliveries are required. Information regarding “Remix” or “Version” on album and track(s) levels. Artist collaborations, except the “Primary” artist. Primary ...
Validation error messages
Here you can find the most common validation errors during the release creation process: Validation Error: Cover Validation Error: Duplicated Tracks Validation Error: Publishing line Validation Error: Record Label Validation Error: Tittle, Artist, ...
Participant roles
There is a list of available roles according to technical categories, performers, instrumentalists, publishers, among others. You can consult the complete list below, along with additional useful information about some roles. Supported roles DSPs ...
How should I fill the information at track level?
In this article, you will find all the information related to your tracks' metadata and how to fill the necessary fields step by step. Adding tracks to a release Filling tracks metadata Adding tracks to a release When creating a release, you'll have ...
How to create and distribute a release
In this article, you will find how to create and distribute a release step by step: Create and distribute your release step by step 1. Release info 2. Licenses 3. Tracks 4. Preview and distribution 5. History 6. Distribution Create and distribute ...
Mandatory artist roles in a release
In order to meet the requirements of certain Digital Service Providers (DSPs), it is essential to include some specific artist roles at the track level when submitting your music for distribution. Mandatory Roles Why is it important to add artist ...
Popular Articles
What is considered Fraud?
Any activity contrary to the law, the DSPs, and/or Interfine Music's policies, related to the content present or distributed via Interfine Music can be considered fraud. Interfine Music has developed and implemented an internal Anti-fraud Policy for ...
How take down content from DSPs
In order to proceed to do the takedown of a release in the different channels, you may follow the next instructions: Go to the release you want to take down from the channels. Go to the tab "6. Distribution". If you want a takedown from all channels: ...
If someone is using your music without permission
Each channel has its own means to report any content infringement and claim the original work's rights. These are a few examples of sites where you, as a content manager, can start a right claim: iTunes: ...
Filling in your Profile
You should always fill in your profile information to identify yourself before distributing any content to the channels. How to Access Your Account You can access it from the upper right part of the main page: My Account fields Here you can find the ...
Pricing Tab
In this tab, you will find a detailed view of your current pricing for distribution and sales: Sales Payout Here you can find a description of the corresponding fields: Sales Payout This is the percentage of the generated royalties that the End-User ...