Track tips
How to present your tracks
Industry listeners hear one upload at a time, so every track has to stand on its own. These tips cover what FirstListen accepts and how to present your music well.
Formats and length
- MP3, M4A, AAC and AMR files are accepted, up to 30 MB each.
- WAV files are not accepted. Export your track as a high-quality MP3 instead.
- Each track can run up to 10 minutes.
- You can share up to three tracks.
Demos are welcome
You do not need a polished master. Some of the best ideas start as simple recordings, so share demos, rough recordings or finished tracks: whatever best represents your sound. A good listener can recognize potential at any stage.
Originals and covers
Label each track as an original or a cover, and give it a clear title of up to 100 characters. Industry listeners can filter by track type, so the label helps your music reach the people looking for it.
Each track stands alone
Each track appears on its own in the feed. If one is passed over, your other tracks still get their own listen, so choose three that each show a different side of your sound.
Cover art and bio
Your profile shows a cover image and a short bio beside your music. Use an image you have the rights to, and keep the bio to a few plain sentences: who you are, where you are based and what you make. Add your genres and location too; industry listeners filter by both.
Your music stays yours
Uploading does not transfer ownership. Your work remains your property and cannot be used without your authorization.
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