On the DistroKid upload form, you'll see the "Has this single been previously released?" section. Using this section will allow you to deliver your release to services and have it display a release date in the past, instead of the date of upload or a future release date.

Any upload of an album that is a different version of another album that has been previously released must use the original album's release date.

Please keep in mind that setting a previously released date will make your upload go live in services as soon as it is delivered and processed – this will not allow you to set a preorder period or pitch your music for editorial playlists in services.

Uploading Versions of a Previously Released Album

If you're uploading a different version of an album that has been previously released, like a remastered, deluxe, or anniversary version, then the release date of the new version must match that of the original album. If you are uploading a different version of a previously released album, please use the "Has this single been previously released?" section to enter the original album's release date.

If you've rerecorded the album and it is a different fundamental recording than the original, then it does not count as previously released and does not require the same release date as the original.