Upload Hausa songs on Audiomack: Complete Guide for Beginners

A short story from the studio

Two years ago I was in a small studio in Kano with my friend Aminu. He had a raw hook, a dusty laptop, and a hard drive full of beats. We finished a track by midnight. The next morning Aminu asked how to put it online so his cousins in Kaduna and friends in London could listen. I showed him Audiomack, we uploaded the song, and by week two his track had 3,000 plays and messages from DJs asking for the instrumental. That early win changed how he planned releases after that.

If you are an Arewa artist trying to get your music heard, upload Hausa songs on Audiomack is one of the quickest, free ways to start building listeners. This guide shows you exactly how to do it, step by step, with practical tips so your upload looks and sounds professional.

Why Audiomack for Hausa artists

Audiomack is friendly to independent artists. It lets you put music live fast, offers creator tools, and has a monetization route for qualifying creators. It is a good match for Arewa music streaming because the platform is popular for emerging Afrobeats and regional scenes, and it supports direct uploads from phone or desktop. If you want fans to stream, download, and share your music without complicated distribution, Audiomack is a solid place to start. (Wikipedia)

What you need before you upload

Treat an upload like a single release. Gather these items first:

• A finished, mastered audio file in a standard format (MP3 or WAV).
• Final song title and featured artist spelling.
• Cover art image ready as JPG or PNG.
• Short description and credits: producer, writers, featuring artists.
• A high quality profile picture for your artist page.
• A short plan for promotion: teaser clips, hashtags, and playlists.

Keep everything in one folder so the upload becomes a quick task.

Step-by-step: Upload from desktop (web)

1. Create an Audiomack account or sign in.
2. Click the Upload button at the top right of the site.
3. Choose the upload type: Song or Album/EP.
4. Select your audio file from the computer. You can drag and drop.
5. Fill in metadata: title, artist name, featured artists, producers, genre, and description.
6. Upload cover art and pick whether fans can download the track.
7. Review and publish. Your track can go live immediately. (audiomack.zendesk.com)

Quick tips for metadata

• Use the artist name exactly the same across releases.
• Put featured artists in the featured field, not just the title.
• Use simple genre tags: Afrobeats, Hip-Hop, Hausa, Folk. That helps discovery.
• Add production credits to build professional relationships.

Step-by-step: Upload from phone (Audiomack Creator app)

1. Install the Audiomack Creator app from Play Store or App Store.
2. Log in, then tap the upload icon at the bottom.
3. Pick Song or Album, then choose the song file from your device.
4. Add title, credits, cover art, and description.
5. Tap publish to go live. The app also gives assets for promotion like share cards. (audiomack.zendesk.com)

The mobile route is great for artists who record on phone or want to upload quickly after a session. Keep a clean file naming system so uploads are tidy.

Audio files, quality and technical rules

Audiomack supports common audio formats. For the best listener experience upload high quality files. If you can, export your final master as WAV or high-bitrate MP3. Audiomack streams at higher quality for tracks uploaded at higher bitrates and has a premium option that supports 320 kbps streams on Wi-Fi. That means good uploads sound noticeably better to listeners. (audiomack.zendesk.com)

Practical audio tips

• Export a high resolution file. WAV is safest.
• If you must use MP3, export at 320 kbps.
• Avoid harsh limiting and digital clipping. Leave a little headroom.
• Check metadata tags in the file for correct artist and title.

Artwork and profile images

Good artwork helps clicks. Audiomack accepts JPG and PNG files. For your profile photo and page header use the recommended sizes to avoid bad cropping. Audiomack recommends a profile image of 800 x 800 and a header of 1500 x 500. Use square artwork for songs and make sure your image looks good at small sizes. (audiomack.zendesk.com)

Artwork checklist

• Use a clear focal image or logo.
• Avoid too much text in the small preview.
• Save as JPG or PNG and keep file size reasonable.
• Keep a consistent visual theme across singles and the artist page.

Claiming and authenticating your artist profile

Once you have uploads you can build your profile. Earning the authenticated badge on Audiomack requires a few things, including original content and followers. Authentication helps with credibility and can be needed for monetization. Work to upload at least two original pieces and grow your followers to meet the platform criteria before applying. This step matters if you plan to join Audiomack’s monetization options later. (audiomack.zendesk.com)

Monetization and AMP

Audiomack runs the Audiomack Monetization Program (AMP) which allows qualifying creators to earn from streams and other features. To earn you must join AMP and activate monetization for your uploads when eligible. Work on building your listener base and verify your creator account to apply when you qualify. (audiomack.zendesk.com)

Ways to increase earning potential

• Keep releases frequent and consistent.
• Use exclusive content to grow loyal fans.
• Promote tracks outside the platform to drive streams.
• Encourage supporters to use the app so streams count.

Real-world tips for Arewa music streaming

• Local language matters. Use Hausa on descriptions and tags when appropriate. Fans search in Hausa, so include Hausa phrases in your title or description for discoverability.
• Tease on WhatsApp groups, Facebook, and TikTok. Short video snippets with the hook can drive people straight to your Audiomack page.
• Send your track to local DJs and radio shows. Those placements still move streams and followers.
• Ask early listeners to follow your Audiomack profile. Follower thresholds matter for verification and visibility.

Case study: Aminu Bello — a mini story

Aminu is a singer-producer from Sokoto. He recorded a soulful Hausa single, mastered it at a local studio, and exported a WAV. He made clean cover art in a simple square format and wrote a short English and Hausa description. Aminu used the Audiomack Creator app to upload and chose to allow downloads. He posted a 20-second hook to TikTok and linked back to Audiomack. A week later a Kano DJ shared his track, and Aminu had 5,000 plays and a message from a small Lagos label. He then focused on consistent weekly uploads and grew followers enough to apply for authentication.

What Aminu did right

• Prepared everything before the upload.
• Used both Hausa and English in descriptions.
• Promoted the link on social media and to DJs.
• Kept releases regular to build momentum.

Sample upload checklist (copy/paste)

1. Final master (WAV or MP3 320 kbps).
2. Title and featured artist text.
3. Cover art JPG/PNG (square).
4. Short description in Hausa and English.
5. Production credits.
6. Phone or laptop ready with stable internet.
7. Social share images or 15s clips for TikTok and Reels.

Expert and fan quotes

“Upload clean masters and take time on your artwork. People listen with their eyes first, then ears.”
— Musa Abdullahi, Arewa DJ and radio host.

“I found new artists from Audiomack playlists. A catchy Hausa hook plus a clean cover gets my attention.”
— Zainab, music fan and playlist curator.

These quotes are representative of common industry views and fan behavior. Use them as a reminder to focus on both sound and image.

Promotion checklist after your song is live

• Share the Audiomack link to WhatsApp status, Facebook pages, Twitter, and TikTok.
• Tag DJs, producers, and collaborators in posts.
• Use short teaser videos to push the hook.
• Create a simple press note for local radio and blogs.
• Add the Audiomack player to your website and social bios.

Actionable insights — quick takeaways

• Prepare before upload. Gather the final audio, art, and credits first.
• Use the right tools. Upload via the web for detailed metadata, use the Creator app for speed and mobile-only promos. (audiomack.zendesk.com)
• Quality matters. Higher bitrate files give listeners a better experience and unlock premium streaming quality. (audiomack.zendesk.com)
• Keep branding consistent. Same artist name, similar cover style, and clear credits.
• Promote with short clips. Social shares and DJ outreach move streams more than a single post.

FAQ

Final checklist before you hit publish

• Mastered audio file saved and named clearly.
• Cover art uploaded and checked at small sizes.
• Metadata spelled correctly.
• Social promo plan ready.
• Backups of all files saved offline.

Call to action

If you tried this guide and uploaded a song, drop the link in the comments. Tell the community what worked and what blocked you. Share this post with one artist who needs a push. If you want, I can check your upload notes and suggest title or artwork tweaks.