How to Use
New Release Hub.
Everything you need to know — from creating your first account to running a live broadcast and managing your merch store.
Getting Started
3 sections
A Network Built for Independent Artists
New Release Hub (NRH) is a music network that lets independent artists release, distribute, monetize, and market their music — all in one place. Fans discover music, support their favourite artists directly, and unlock exclusive content.
Revenue Sharing at the Core
NRH operates a transparent revenue-sharing model. Every stream, every supporter subscription, every merch sale — a portion flows back to artists. You can see exactly how it works on the Revenue Sharing page.
View Revenue Sharing DetailsTwo Account Types
Artist accounts access the full Studio dashboard: releases, analytics, live broadcasting, merch, governance, and more. Fan accounts let listeners follow artists, build libraries, subscribe for exclusive content, and earn Fan XP.
Governance by the Community
NRH is governed by its members. Artists can submit proposals to shape platform policy, vote on network decisions, and participate in the Network Treasury — especially at higher plan tiers.
Tip: Fill in every field in Settings before your first release. Complete profiles rank higher in Discover and appear in the Verified Discovery section once you hit key milestones.
Create Your Artist Account
Go to /register and choose "I'm an Artist". Fill in your name, email, and password. You'll receive a verification email — click the link to activate your account.
Complete Your Public Profile
Head to Studio → Settings. Set your Artist Name, upload a profile photo (click the avatar circle), write a Public Bio, and add your City and Country. This is what fans see on your public artist page.
Upload Your First Release
Go to Studio → Releases → New Release. Choose your release type (Single, EP, or Album), upload your audio file (MP3 or WAV), add cover art, set a release date, and hit Publish.
Set Up Supporter Tiers
Go to Studio → Supporters. Create at least one tier with a name, monthly price, and description of what supporters get (early access, exclusive tracks, merch discounts, etc.).
Connect Your Payout Method
Go to Studio → Earnings → Payouts. Connect your Stripe account to receive direct payouts. This is required before any earned revenue can be transferred to your bank.
Customize Your Artist Page
Go to Studio → Customize Page to set your header image, color theme, and featured releases. Your public artist page is at nrh.com/your-slug.
Share Your Profile
Use Studio → Share Hub to generate social cards, copy your profile link, and push your music across all your social channels.
Fan XP: You earn experience points every time you stream a track, support an artist, or leave a review. Higher Fan Levels unlock exclusive merch, vault access, and early release drops.
Create Your Fan Account
Go to /register and choose "I'm a Fan". Enter your display name, email, and password. Verify your email to unlock all features.
Discover Music
Head to /discover to browse new releases, trending tracks, and featured artists. Use /network/charts to see what's climbing the charts this week.
Follow an Artist
On any artist's profile page (/{artist-slug}), click Follow. Their new releases will appear in your Feed at /fan/me.
Support an Artist
On an artist's profile, click "Support". Choose a supporter tier, enter your payment details, and your monthly subscription activates. You'll unlock their exclusive content immediately.
Build Your Library
Go to /fan/me/library to save tracks and create crates (playlists). Add any track from any artist page directly to your library.
Unlock the Vault
Visit /vault to access exclusive NRH network content. Some content requires a supporter subscription or minimum Fan Level.
Still need help?
Our support team is reachable through the contact page. Include your account email and a description of the issue.