2026 holiday music release deadlines: when to deliver for November, December and New Year
A practical calendar for artists planning late-2026 releases, plus why the store cutoff should never be your NORTH submission date.
NORTH Journal
Music distribution, explained clearly.
Platform changes, rights updates, release planning, and the details independent artists actually need.
Release Planning
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How early should you submit music for distribution?
A practical release-planning timeline for independent artists who want enough room for review, store processing, profile setup and promotion.