How to Properly Submit Slowed-Down or Sped-Up Versions of Tracks
By Motiva Groove Team
When creating and distributing slowed-down or sped-up versions of a track, it is important to understand that these versions are considered remixes. To ensure your release is accepted by platforms like Apple Music and others, please follow the guidelines below.
Key Point
Slowed-down or sped-up versions of tracks must be submitted as remixes, not as original tracks.
1. Treat the Track as a Remix
When you create a slowed-down or sped-up version of an original track, you are essentially remixing the track. As such, this version should be treated as a remix in all metadata and submission forms.
Why this matters:
Music platforms categorize content based on metadata. If a slowed or sped-up version is not properly identified as a remix, it may be flagged as duplicate content or rejected entirely.
2. Credit the Main Artist
It is crucial to credit the original artist of the track as the Main Artist. This ensures that the original creator of the work is properly recognized and credited across all platforms.
Example
Original Track: "Summer Nights" by DJ Producer
Your Version: "Summer Nights (Slowed + Reverb)" by DJ Producer
Main Artist: DJ Producer
3. Credit Yourself as the Remixer
In addition to crediting the original artist, you must also credit yourself (or the entity responsible for the remix) as the Remixer. This helps distinguish your version from the original and appropriately categorizes it as a remix.
Metadata Format
Main Artist
Original Track Creator
Remixer
Your Name / Studio Name
Track Title
Original Title (Slowed/Sped-Up/Slowed + Reverb Remix)
4. Adhering to Platform Guidelines
Failure to adhere to these guidelines can result in your submission being rejected by major music platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, and others. By correctly crediting the Main Artist and identifying yourself as the Remixer, you can avoid delays and ensure that your release is processed smoothly.
Warning
Platforms may permanently block or flag accounts that repeatedly submit incorrectly labeled content. Always ensure your metadata is accurate before submission.
Summary
Slowed-down or sped-up versions of tracks must be submitted as remixes
Credit the original artist as the Main Artist
Credit yourself as the Remixer
Ensure these guidelines are followed to avoid rejection by music platforms
By following these steps, you'll help ensure that your music is distributed successfully across all major platforms. If you have any questions about submitting remixes or slowed/sped-up versions, don't hesitate to contact our support team.