1. Launch the "Send to Shops" form
To get started , first navigate with distributing your release, follow these steps:
Navigate to Catalog > Releases
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in your LabelGrid dashboard.
Locate the release you want to distribute and open the Actions Menu (Right column, represented by a paperplan icon) next to the release.
Select "Send to Shops"
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This form will appear.
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2. Submit the form
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from the actions menu to begin the distribution process.
Alternatively, you can select the release by checking the box on the left-hand side of the release name. Once selected, use the bar menu at the bottom of the screen and select "Send to Shops" from there to distribute your release.
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2. Send to Shops form:
By default, all digital service providers (DSPs) associated with your label are automatically included when submitting a new release. Since this is a new deliveryfresh delivery, there’s no need to make any changes to the DSP selection unless you specifically want to exclude or modify the list of platforms.
Simply review the information, and if everything is correct, you can proceed to submit the form without changing anything. If this were a redelivery or takedown, there are other options on this form that must be changed to initiate your request. We will cover that elsewhere in the documentation. Right now, we just want to post your first release.
Choosing shops
The default shops we include in your list should be ok for most labels. The exceptions are Beatport, Juno, Digital-Tunes, and a couple of others who specialize in electronic music only; and Beatport requires approval before adding new labels.
If you require some special shop configurations or want to exclude any of the default shops in your list, please create a support ticket with us and we will help you out.
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adjusting any settings. This ensures your release is distributed to all available DSPs connected to your label.
Choosing which shops (DSPs) to include:
The default shops provided in your list should work well for most labels. However, there are exceptions for specific platforms that specialize in electronic music, such as Beatport and Juno, among a few others.
Please remember that Beatport requires prior approval before adding new labels to their platform.
If you need any special shop configurations—such as customizing your list or excluding certain shops—or if you're uncertain about the inclusion of specific platforms, please create a support ticket. We will assist you in setting up the right distribution channels tailored to your needs.
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3. Submit the form
Press submit, and LabelGrid will start to prepare your release for distribution.
Lead-times
For more information about lead times, turn-around times, etc, see Lead Times.
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