We recommend using EmuBands VideoSuite (powered by Rotor Videos) as the fastest and most reliable way to create Apple Music Album Motion artwork that meets Apple’s specifications.
VideoSuite is an artist-friendly motion artwork creation tool built to simplify the process from start to finish. When you use VideoSuite, your final video is created to meet Apple Music’s technical and aesthetic requirements. This saves time and reduces the risk of rejection or hidden releases.
By choosing VideoSuite, you also avoid common issues such as incorrect resolution, file size limits, or looping errors.
When and Where to Opt In
You have several options to add Apple Music Album Motion artwork to your release:
- New / Unconfirmed Releases: Opt in on the ‘Optional Extras’ page of your release.
- During Checkout: Next, you have the option to opt in at the ‘Payment’ page.
- Paid/Live Releases: For releases that have already been paid, including live releases, you can opt in from the release review page.
Note: You do not need to have your Apple Music Album Motion artwork ready for your release to go live. EmuBands prioritises music distribution while giving you flexibility to submit motion artwork later.
As long as your WAV files and static front cover artwork are submitted, distribution can proceed while you work on your Apple Music Album Motion artwork.
For New Releases
When you upload your audio and standard artwork for a new release, you will be directed to the Apple Music Album Motion artwork page.
If you upload the motion artwork files and confirm, processing will begin immediately. If you choose not to upload files at this stage, the release will still be processed and delivered to all services without delay.
Submitting Files Later
If you choose to submit the files after the release is processed, or if you add this extra to an existing release, you will see a clear reminder on the Releases page, showing the progress of the release but also that the user still needs to upload their files. When you access the release, you can upload the files at any time.
Processing and Approval
Once the files are uploaded, they’ll be sent to our team for processing. When the Apple Music Album Motion artwork is approved by our team, we’ll deliver the artwork file directly to Apple.
Apple will then review your Apple Music Album Motion artwork against their guidelines. This process typically takes 48 hours from the time EmuBands sends the update. If changes are required, EmuBands will notify you with specific feedback.
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