The ability to save an upcoming release to a user’s Apple Music library before it is officially available is a crucial feature for both artists and listeners. This process, often facilitated through a distribution service, ensures the track or album is automatically added to the library upon release. For example, a user encountering a promotional link for a new song can click the link and connect their Apple Music account, thereby adding the song to their library and receiving a notification on release day.
This pre-saving functionality offers several key benefits. For artists, it’s an effective pre-release marketing tool to build anticipation and drive initial streams, which can positively impact chart performance and visibility on the platform’s algorithms. For listeners, it provides a convenient method to discover and ensure immediate access to new music without the need to manually search for it upon release. Historically, this type of pre-save mechanism evolved from the pre-order system used for physical music releases, adapting to the digital streaming era.
