1. What You'll Need Before Starting

• Your final audio file (WAV format recommended)
• Album artwork (high-resolution image)
• Your artist name and any featured artists
• Basic track information (title, language, genre)
• A completed AnonyxGhost account

2. Accessing the Release Module

Log into your AnonyxGhost dashboard and navigate to the releases section. You'll be greeted by the ReleaseMaker interface—this is your command center for music distribution.

3. Creating a New Release

Click the "+" button to start a new release. A modal window will appear with all the fields you need to fill out. Let's go through each section:

4. Basic Release Information

Genre Options Include:

• Pop, Hip-Hop, Rock, R&B, Electronic, Dance, House
• Techno, Jazz, Blues, Classical, Country, Folk, Reggae
• Metal, Punk, Alternative, Indie, Soul, Funk, Latin
• Ambient, Gospel, World, Soundtrack, and many more

5. Uploading Artwork

Click on the artwork section and upload your cover image. The module accepts standard image formats. Once uploaded, you'll see a preview—and interestingly, if you haven't named your release yet, it will automatically use the image filename as the release name (you can change this later).

6. Adding Artists

This is where AnonyxGhost really shines:

1. In the Artists section, click the "Create" button
2. A new artist modal will open where you can:
   • Search for existing artists in the database (real-time search)
   • Enter a new artist name
   • Add first and last names if applicable
3. As you type in the artist name field, a dropdown will show matching artists
4. Select an existing artist or create a new one
5. The artist will appear as a tag in the artists section

7. Adding Labels

Similarly, you can add record labels:

1. Click "Create" in the Labels section
2. Enter the label name
3. The system will automatically populate the ℗ and © text fields with this label name if they're empty
4. The current year will be auto-filled for ℗ and © years

8. Copyright Information

Note: The year field auto-fills to 2026—make sure to update this to the correct year!

9. Adding Tracks

Now for the most important part—your actual music:

1. In the Tracks section, click "Create"
2. A track modal will open with multiple fields:

Track Details

Adding Track Artists

Each track can have its own artist lineup:

1. Click "Create" in the track's Artists section
2. Add artists just like you did for the release
3. These can be different from the main release artists

Adding Producers

1. Click "Create" in the Producer section
2. Enter the producer name

Uploading Audio

1. Click on the file input in the Audio File section
2. Select your WAV file
3. If the track name is empty, it will auto-fill from the filename
4. Once uploaded, you'll see a preview with a play button to listen back

10. Setting Release Dates

11. Selecting Stores (Including Spotify)

This is where you choose where your music goes:

1. Scroll to the Stores section
2. You'll see a grid of available platforms including:

How to Select Stores:

• Click on each store to select it—a checkmark will appear ✓
• By default, a curated list of major stores is pre-selected
• Some stores may be hidden or disabled based on your account settings

12. Finalizing Your Release

Once all information is filled in:

1. Review all the details you've entered
2. Click the "Create" button (or "Update" if editing)
3. The system will validate all required fields
4. If anything is missing, it will highlight the field and show an error message:
   • File fields: "Upload [field]..."
   • Text fields: "Fill the [field]"
5. Upon successful validation, your release will be created

13. Managing Your Release

After creation, you'll see:

Release Status

• 📝 DRAFT: Still working on it
• ⏳ PENDING: Submitted for distribution
• 🔍 MODERATION: Under review
• ✅ APPROVED: Ready to go live
• ❌ REJECTED: Needs changes
• 📦 SHIPPED: Sent to stores

Track List

All your tracks appear with their details and can be edited by clicking on them.

Edit Options

Click on any artist, label, or track tag to reopen and edit their information.

14. Analytics (For Released Music)

Once your music is live and getting streams:

1. Open any released track
2. Click on the Analytics option
3. View streaming data across different time periods:
   • 7 days
   • 30 days
   • All Time (since release)
4. See performance broken down by store/outlet
5. Interactive charts show your streaming trends

15. Keyboard Shortcuts

When adding artists, these shortcuts will speed up your workflow:

• Arrow Keys ↓ ↑: Navigate search results
• Enter: Select highlighted result
• Escape: Close search dropdown

16. Common Pitfalls to Avoid

• Missing required fields: The validation system will catch these, but double-check everything
• Wrong release dates: Remember the 3-day minimum for distribution dates
• Audio format: Ensure you're uploading WAV files (not MP3)
• Artwork requirements: Use high-resolution images (minimum 3000x3000px recommended)
• Copyright info: Don't leave ℗ and © fields empty
• Store selection: Verify you've selected Spotify and other desired platforms

Troubleshooting Common Errors

Final Thoughts

AnonyxGhost's release module streamlines what used to be a complicated distribution process. The intuitive interface, real-time validation, and comprehensive store selection make getting your music on Spotify and other platforms accessible to independent artists and labels alike.

The modular approach—with separate components for artists, labels, and tracks—means you can build complex releases with multiple contributors while maintaining data consistency. And with built-in analytics, you can track your success once your music goes live.