# Apple Music [Official Website](https://music.apple.com/) **Market:** Worldwide ## Overview Apple Music is one of the world’s largest music streaming services, offering a library of more than 100 million songs. It provides ad‑free, on‑demand streaming and supports offline downloads. ## Market / Platform Focus Available in over 165 countries, Apple Music promotes high‑fidelity listening through lossless and spatial audio formats, including Dolby Atmos support. It’s tightly integrated with the Apple ecosystem (iOS, macOS, Apple Watch, HomePod) and features human‑curated playlists alongside algorithmic mixes. ## LabelGrid Integration LabelGrid simplifies [delivery](/content/features/distribution/index.html) to Apple Music by converting audio assets to Apple’s standards and delivering metadata to iTunes Connect. Our system maintains your catalog’s data, collects royalty statements and supports localisation (international languages, multiple genre tags). ### Getting Started Upload your release to LabelGrid, select Apple Music distribution and confirm rights. We’ll deliver your content and provide guidelines for pitching to Apple’s editorial teams. ## Artist Benefits Apple Music for Artists supplies detailed analytics (plays, Shazams, trends) and allows artists to update bios, photos and social links. Apple’s editorial playlists (e.g., New Music Daily, Rap Life) and curated radio (Apple Music 1, Hits 1) provide high‑visibility opportunities for new releases. ### Key Features - **100 million-song catalog** – wide selection covering every genre. - **Lossless & spatial audio** – immersive sound through Dolby Atmos and Apple Lossless. - **Apple Music for Artists** – analytics and profile management tools. - **Curated & algorithmic playlists** – human editorial and machine learning suggestions. - **Integration with Shazam & Siri** – discover songs and control playback through voice. - **Cross-device ecosystem** – continuous playback across iPhone, Mac, Apple Watch and CarPlay. ## What You Should Know About Apple Music ### Platform Scale & Reach Apple Music has over **100 million subscribers** across **165+ countries**. As a subscription-only platform (no free ad-supported tier), every listener is a paying customer, resulting in higher per-stream revenue. Apple Music is deeply integrated with the Apple ecosystem — iPhone, Mac, HomePod, Apple Watch, and CarPlay. ### How Apple Music Pays Artists Apple Music pays approximately **$0.007 to $0.01 per stream** — roughly twice Spotify's rate. Because there's no free tier, each stream generates more revenue. Apple has publicly stated it pays artists **one penny per stream** on average globally, though actual rates vary by market. Unlike Spotify, Apple Music has **no minimum stream threshold** for royalty eligibility — you earn from the very first play. ### Audio Quality & Spatial Audio Apple Music leads in audio quality with support for **Lossless (ALAC up to 24-bit/48kHz)**, **Hi-Res Lossless (up to 24-bit/192kHz)**, and **Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos**. Delivering Dolby Atmos mixes through LabelGrid enables an immersive listening experience that Apple actively promotes to listeners. ### Discovery & Promotion Apple Music's editorial team curates playlists like **Today's Hits, A-List, and New Music Daily**. Artists can access analytics, share links, and track Shazam data through **Apple Music for Artists**. Shazam activity directly feeds into Apple Music's recommendation algorithms. ### Tips for Success on Apple Music - Deliver **24-bit masters** to take advantage of Apple's lossless and Hi-Res streaming. - Consider creating **Dolby Atmos mixes** — Apple actively promotes spatial audio content. - Set up **pre-add campaigns** so fans can save your release before it drops. - Submit artwork at **3000x3000 pixels** (Apple's minimum requirement). - Claim your **Apple Music for Artists** profile for analytics and promotional tools. - For detailed delivery guidelines, see our [Apple Music distribution guide](https://help.labelgrid.com/en/platforms/apple-music). ## Frequently Asked Questions #### [How do I distribute my music to Apple Music?](/content/music-distribution-platforms/apple-music/#4998f1245a7e239e1/index.html) Upload your tracks, artwork, and metadata through LabelGrid and select Apple Music as a distribution destination. We ensure your release meets Apple's specifications for audio quality, artwork size (3000x3000px minimum), and metadata formatting. #### [How much does Apple Music pay per stream?](/content/music-distribution-platforms/apple-music/#c82e69f0185ec16ea/index.html) Apple Music pays approximately **$0.007-$0.01 per stream** — roughly twice what Spotify pays. Because Apple Music has no free tier, every listener is a paying subscriber. Use our [Apple Music Royalty Calculator](/content/tools/apple-music-royalty-calculator/index.html) for estimates. #### [Does Apple Music support Spatial Audio?](/content/music-distribution-platforms/apple-music/#8290d81787b3ba6b0/index.html) Yes. Apple Music supports **Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio** and **lossless audio (ALAC up to 24-bit/192kHz)**. If you deliver Dolby Atmos mixes through LabelGrid, they will be available to Apple Music listeners. #### [How long does it take to get music on Apple Music?](/content/music-distribution-platforms/apple-music/#dd0ce532a8e39a0be/index.html) After passing LabelGrid's review, most releases go live on Apple Music within **1-5 business days**. We recommend scheduling releases at least 2-4 weeks in advance for pre-order setup and promotion. #### [What markets does Apple Music serve?](/content/music-distribution-platforms/apple-music/#3550b2be8b44ab2e2/index.html) Apple Music is available in **over 165+ countries and regions**, reaching a massive global audience. It is particularly strong in the US, UK, Japan, and other markets where Apple devices have high adoption.