Once a release has been uploaded and distributed to the streaming platforms, there is no guarantee that all stores will implement any requested changes thereafter. It's important, then, to thoroughly check all the details of your release before submitting.
If you do find you need to make changes to your release after delivery, you have two options.
Option 1: Take down your release and re-upload a new and corrected version
Option 2: Request a metadata update
This option does not guarantee any requested changes will be implemented by all stores
Spotify will implement your changes within 2 business days
Apple, Google, and Amazon generally implement any requested updates, this process can take up to 2-weeks
Other stores can take up to several months and may not implement changes at all
Before requesting a takedown, it’s good to know what can and cannot be edited on your release with a metadata update. Knowing the guidelines can save you time and keep your release active and working for you.
What CAN be edited:
Please be sure to email us at, massivemusic@the-source.eu, with the subject line "Distribution - Release Edit" for the following edits:
Artist Name:
Genre
Song Titles
Artist contributions
Pricing tiers
P & C lines
What CANNOT be edited:
If you do have an updated audio file, we recommend not deleting the original release. Leave as is and upload your new version as “My Song Remastered” or “My Song Remixed”. This means you get to keep any data accumulated so far.
Notes:
If you choose to adjust your Artist Name, you will also need to provide updated artwork that reflects the artist name change.
Please be meticulous when checking the details of your release before submitting, as not every platform will guarantee metadata updates.
Again, it is important to note we cannot make any corrections, i.e., takedowns or edits, to a release within 14 days of the release date.
For instructions on how to request a takedown,
see here.
Article ID: 249, Created: 9/30/2026 at 10:51 AM, Modified: 10/8/2026 at 8:30 PM