How to submit music to record labels?

Demo submissions should be directed to UMG’s record labels, but kindly note that they are unable to accept unsolicited material. Typically, demos are recommended to one of our labels’ A&R departments by a manager, agent, producer, radio DJ or other industry professional. Solicited material demo submissions should be directed to AVENUEAR the official song submission delivery system connected to the leaders and decision makers of the entertainment industry. ​ Believe it or not, the record labels are actively looking to discover new songs, artists, producers and writers every day.

Step one.

Create an Artist Profile

  • Sign up for a Record Label Submission account as an artist.
  • Complete your artist profile with essential details, including your bio, genre, and contact information.

Step two.

Choose a Submission Type

  • Select the “Record Label” submission type to target record labels.
  • Depending on your subscription plan, you may have different submission options available.

Step three.

Upload Your Music

  • Prepare high-quality audio files of your songs.
  • Upload your music or use Spotify song links ensuring it meets the platform’s specifications.

Step four.

Select the Record Label

  • Browse through an choose an extensive network of record labels.
  • Choose the specific record label you want to submit your music to.

Step five.

Compose Your Message

  • Craft a compelling message introducing yourself and your music.
  • Highlight what makes your music unique and why you believe it would be a great fit for the selected record label.

Step six.

Submit Your Music

  • Review your submission to ensure accuracy and professionalism.
  • Click the “Submit” button to send your music and message to the chosen record label.

Step seven.

Wait for a Response

  • Record labels will review your submission, and if interested, they may contact you directly through AvenueAR to discuss potential opportunities.

Sony Music Entertainment, also known as simply Sony Music, is an American multinational music company. Being owned by the parent conglomerate Sony Group Corporation, it is part of the Sony Music Group, which is owned by Sony Entertainment and managed by the American umbrella division of Sony.

Universal Music Group N.V. is a Dutch–American multinational music corporation. UMG’s corporate headquarters are located in Hilversum, Netherlands and its operational headquarters are located in Santa Monica, California.

Warner Music Group Corp. is an American multinational entertainment and record label conglomerate headquartered in New York City. It is one of the “big three” recording companies and the third-largest in the global music industry, after Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment