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Package & Release Type Video Package & Status

Choose your release package, then tell Daystar whether this is new or previously distributed. Confirm the Daystar video package, then tell us whether this video is new or already live.

Nova path selected. This is the pay-per-release upload flow.

Upload package

Choose the paid music release package for this submission. Music video submissions use one paid Nova checkout package.

Included with every package

  • Delivery to the major streaming platforms you select.
  • UPC and ISRC options during upload.
  • Release review before your music is sent out.
  • Email support for release updates and fixes.
  • Video delivery review for Vevo, Apple Music, Spotify, and TIDAL.
  • Linked audio release matching before submission.
  • Rights and credits review for the video asset.
  • Email support for video delivery updates and fixes.

Release status Video status

The exact date this was previously released.
Enter your existing 12, 13, or 14-digit UPC/EAN code for this exact release.

Release Information Video Information

Enter the main details for this single, EP, or album. Confirm the title, artist mapping, and partner profile details for this music video.

Artist profile fields are managed in Account Settings. This release uses your saved artist profile.
Use the exact title you want delivered to stores.Video title only. Do not include the artist name unless it is part of the title.
e.g., Deluxe Edition, Remastered, ExpandedUse only if the video title needs a version marker.
Auto-filled from Account Settings.Pulled from your Daystar artist profile; add featured artists in the video details below.

Video Info

Confirm the artist mapping and video-facing title details for Daystar review.

Genre & Rights Video Rights & AI

Choose your genre, copyright info, and release language. Confirm genre, rights, credits, publishing status, and AI disclosure for this video.

Who owns the recording rights (usually the releasing artist or label).
C line auto-fills from P line unless you override it.

Video Rights, Credits & AI

Add video-specific rights details, credits, publishing status, and AI disclosure.

Release Setup Video Setup

A quick checkpoint before artwork, audio, and track details. A quick checkpoint before thumbnail, video master, delivery details, and promotion.

If your release details do not match, Daystar may ask for edits before sending it to stores.
Upload your cover art, audio, and track details.
Choose release date/time and platforms in the Release & Platforms section. Daystar reviews video submissions before partner delivery.
Add the video rights, AI disclosure, thumbnail direction, video master, promotion notes, release timing, and partner choices before checkout.

Cover Art Video Thumbnail

Upload high-quality artwork for your release. Upload thumbnail artwork and tell Daystar where to pull the best frame from the video.

Artwork specs
Minimum: 3000x3000 px or higher
Format: JPG or PNG in RGB color space
No pricing, URLs, or third-party platform logos on cover art
If content is explicit, please make sure the parental advisory label is applied to your cover art; releases missing the required label may be rejected. Video thumbnail specs
Upload a clean JPG or PNG thumbnail reference when available.
Daystar will also use your timestamp cue to review a frame pull from the video.

Drag & drop artwork hereDrag & drop thumbnail artwork here

or click to browse

1:1 cover art preview Video thumbnail preview Upload artwork to replace this placeholder.Upload a thumbnail reference or continue with a video frame cue.
Was this artwork created with AI?
Required disclosure for Apple Music & other platforms

Video Thumbnail Direction

Tell Daystar which moment in the video should be reviewed for thumbnail selection.

Audio Upload Video Upload

Upload your tracks in WAV or FLAC. You can match each audio file to its track in Track Details. Upload the final music video master for Daystar review.

Video Master

Upload the final video file Daystar should review for partner delivery.

Drag & drop video master here

or click to browse

Video master guidance: Use the final, clean export whenever possible. Daystar will review metadata, rights, thumbnail direction, and partner eligibility before delivery.
Audio specs: WAV or FLAC only (no MP3)
Minimum: 16-bit / 44.1 kHz | Recommended: 24-bit / 48 kHz or higher

Drag & drop audio files here

or click to browse

Track Details Video Details

Add track details and credits for each song. Add the video metadata and rights details Daystar needs for delivery review.

Video Delivery Check

Confirm identifiers, matching audio, explicit status, and release history before review.

Music Video Metadata

Daystar review
Using your selected Daystar artist profile.
Artist name, location, Apple Music, Spotify, and social links are pulled from Account Settings when available. Add only the video-specific details below.

AI Disclosure

Tell Daystar how AI was used in the video and matching audio so the submission can be reviewed accurately before platform delivery.

Defaults to your artist name if you release independently.
Spotify delivery review currently centers on official music videos.
Separate multiple primary artists with commas.
Do not repeat the primary artist here.
Use full names and roles, such as songwriter, composer, or lyricist.
Use full names and roles, such as producer, remixer, mixing engineer, or director if applicable.

Video Credits & Rights

Add the credits and ownership text tied to this video asset.

Use this for director, editor, composer, production studio, choreographer, or other video-specific credits.
If unsure, use the artist name or label/imprint.
If unsure, use the artist name or label/imprint.
Required for Spotify music video matching when eligible.
Daystar will use this to verify Spotify video eligibility.
For U.S. Spotify delivery, publishing rights must be cleared before the video can go live.
Includes both audio and visual content.
Has this video already gone live anywhere? *
Video UPC *
Video ISRC *
Tell Daystar where to pull the best thumbnail frame from the video.

Release & Platforms Video Partners & Release

Set launch details, then choose your delivery services. Set video timing, territories, promotion details, and partner delivery choices.

Video Promotion

Share the marketing drivers Daystar should review for video pitching eligibility.

Whole numbers only.
Whole numbers only.
Whole numbers only.
0/1000 characters

Store pricing

Most tracks are priced around $0.99-$1.29.

Most albums are priced around $9.99-$12.99.

iTunes and other stores may still adjust final pricing, including setting higher pricing for singles longer than 10 minutes.

If pricing looks incorrect, contact support.

Video Release Timing

Video delivery needs more lead time for review, pitch evaluation, edits, and artist-side promotion. Daystar recommends sending the video 4-5 weeks before the go-live date.

Use Eastern Time if you need a specific Vevo/YouTube-style premiere time. Most DSP video releases default to midnight by territory.
Territories *

Video Partner Selection

Select the video partners for this $120 Daystar music video delivery review.

Only list Vevo channels that are connected to official artist channels.
Choose the go-live date. For standard delivery, submit 7-14 days in advance.Choose the date you want the video live online. Daystar recommends submitting 4-5 weeks ahead.
Set your preferred release time (Standard: 12:00 AM EST).
Nova releases and re-releases require at least 14 days of lead time. Choose any available date from that point forward, or upgrade to Orion if you need an earlier date.
Confirm if this release is mastered for Apple Digital Masters (ADM).
Name of the mastering engineer for ADM verification.
Contact email for ADM verification.
Your release will be sent to the platforms you select below. Most go live on your scheduled date, but some may appear later depending on the platform. On release day, search your artist name and release title on each platform to confirm it’s live.

Streaming, Download and UGC Platforms

Song Discovery Platforms

Review & Submit

Review your release before payment and final submit.

Release SummaryVideo Summary

Confirm your rights before you submit.

Review your UPC and ISRC values. Any missing codes will be assigned for you when you submit.
This release requires payment on Nova. Payment is completed on the next screen.

Payment

Complete payment to continue.

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Release SubmittedVideo Submitted

Your release was sent to Daystar for review.Your music video was sent to Daystar for review.

What happens next:

Within 24-48 hours: Daystar will check your releasevideo submission.
7-14 days: Your music will go live on all selected platforms4-5 weeks: Daystar will review eligibility, rights, video asset quality, and partner delivery timing.
Check your email: Confirmation sent to your inbox

Questions? Contact us at support@daystardistro.com

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