Audiomack
Market: Worldwide
Overview
Audiomack is a streaming and discovery platform renowned for its support of emerging genres such as hip‑hop, Afrobeats, reggae, dancehall and EDM. It provides free, on‑demand streaming and offline downloads, making it popular among young audiences and artists just breaking onto the scene.
Market / Platform Focus
Audiomack targets both creators and listeners who crave new and underground music. Its trending and verified charts highlight what’s buzzing in various regions (e.g., US, Africa, Caribbean) and categories (e.g., Rising Stars, Trending Now).
Yes — LabelGrid delivers your releases to Audiomack. Distribution is included on every distribution plan, for record labels, distributors, and independent artists alike.
AUDIOMACK AT A GLANCE
- Typical go-live: delivery processes in 24–72 hours; releases are typically live on the platform within 5–7 business days, with full search indexing up to 1–2 weeks.
- Audio accepted: WAV or FLAC preferred (MP3 320 kbps minimum) — 16-bit or higher, 44.1 kHz, stereo.
- Genre strength: Hip-hop, Rap, Afrobeats, R&B, Dancehall, and Amapiano, with strong reach across Africa, US hip-hop, and the Caribbean.
- Territory: worldwide.
- Artist profile: claim and authenticate your Audiomack profile; Audiomack Pro adds verification and advanced tools.
- Royalties: tracked in LabelGrid’s royalty accounting with automated splits.
LABELGRID
LabelGrid Integration
Through LabelGrid, you can distribute your music to Audiomack’s catalog and manage royalty reporting. We ensure your tracks appear properly tagged (genres, moods, regions) to maximise discovery on trending charts.
Getting Started
Deliver your music through LabelGrid, assign accurate genres and region tags, and we’ll handle ingestion. Promote your release using Audiomack’s social embed tools and trending playlists.
LabelGrid provides the tools you need beyond distribution: catalog management for your metadata and releases, royalty accounting with automated artist statements, and promotion tools including smart links and pre-saves.
Audiomack delivery specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Audio formats accepted | WAV or FLAC preferred (MP3 320 kbps minimum) — 44.1 kHz, 16-bit or higher, stereo |
| Lossless / Hi-Res support | Verify current Audiomack support |
| Spatial audio / Dolby Atmos | Verify current Audiomack support |
| Artwork requirements | 3000×3000 px recommended (1400×1400 minimum), JPG or PNG, under 10 MB; no explicit imagery, URLs, or QR codes |
| Metadata required | ISRC per track, UPC per release, P and C copyright lines (year + rights holder), consistent artist name; no promotional text in titles |
| Territory / availability | Worldwide |
| Monetization model | Ad-supported streaming; royalties from distributor-delivered content are collected by LabelGrid and tracked in accounting with automated splits — no separate AMP enrollment required |
| Artist-profile linking | Claim and authenticate your Audiomack artist profile; Audiomack Pro adds verification and advanced analytics |
| Metadata corrections | Fix in LabelGrid and redeliver — typically 3–5 business days to update on Audiomack |
| Typical go-live after submission | Delivery processing 24–72 hours; live on platform typically within 5–7 business days; full search indexing up to 1–2 weeks |
| Delivery method | Distributor feed delivery by LabelGrid |
Verified against Audiomack’s official documentation, July 2026 — requirements change, confirm current specs.
How long until my release is live on Audiomack?
Most releases are live on Audiomack within 5–7 business days of submission. LabelGrid processes and reviews your release and delivers the feed to Audiomack, where delivery processing typically takes 24–72 hours; full search indexing can take up to 1–2 weeks. Planning a specific release date? Submit at least 1 week ahead — and at least 2 weeks ahead if you want to be considered for trending and chart placement.
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WHY AUDIOMACK
Artist Benefits
Audiomack provides artist profiles with customizable banners, fan messaging and support for direct uploads. Artists can monetize their content via Audiomack’s support programme, earn revenue from plays and access analytics on plays, downloads and playlist additions.
Key Features
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Free streaming & offline downloads – listeners can access music without paying.
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Trending & verified charts – highlight what’s popular regionally and across genres.
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Direct upload & fan messaging – artists can interact with supporters.
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Audiomack Supporters programme – monetization through tips from fans.
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Curated playlists for emerging artists – Rising Stars, Playback 9ja, etc.
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Regional focus (US, Africa, Caribbean) – targeted promotion for specific markets.
DEEP DIVE
What You Should Know About Audiomack
Platform Scale & Reach
Audiomack has grown to over 50 million monthly active users, with a strong presence in the United States, Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, and across Africa. The platform is free for all listeners, making it particularly popular in markets where paid subscriptions are less accessible.
Genre Strength
Audiomack is especially strong for hip-hop, Afrobeats, and electronic music. The platform's trending charts and genre categories help artists in these genres gain visibility. Many emerging artists use Audiomack as a launchpad before gaining traction on larger platforms.
Monetization Program
Audiomack's Audiomack Monetization Program (AMP) enables qualifying artists and uploaders to earn revenue from their streams. Revenue comes from advertising shown to free-tier listeners. The program is designed to be accessible, with lower barriers to entry than some competing platforms.
African Market Opportunity
Audiomack has invested heavily in African markets, making it one of the leading streaming platforms on the continent. For artists creating Afrobeats, Afropop, Amapiano, and other African genres, Audiomack provides direct access to a rapidly growing listener base.
Tips for Success on Audiomack
- Focus on hip-hop, Afrobeats, and electronic genres where Audiomack's audience is most engaged
- Audiomack's trending charts drive significant discovery — time your releases strategically
- The platform's free model means higher stream volumes, especially in African markets
- Use Audiomack's artist tools to track performance and audience demographics
- Cross-promote with other platforms to drive traffic from Audiomack's engaged community
- For detailed delivery guidelines, see our Audiomack distribution guide
RESOURCES
Audiomack Resources
Official tools, portals, and documentation for Audiomack.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
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