What distributor do you use? What do you like about your distributor and what do you wish was different? I want to know! And if you haven't picked yet, use the "assessment tool" to help you decide if you're still unsure (link in description). Just leave a comment and I'll do my best to reply!

@megafricah

2 жыл бұрын

I wish to join awal 😅one day

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

@@megafricah That's a good goal! AWAL is awesome, but nowadays there are TONS of great options that don't require an application.

@elbizmusic

Жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy how can I apply for Awal?

@stefski1

Жыл бұрын

Aloaded checks in with a LOT on the list tbh. Playlist pitching, awesome DSP editorial relations, synch (!), human label managers + support, TikTok including major Asian/Middle Eastern DSPs, KZread content ID, DSP direct deals. Independent and Stockholm based.

@Lokkiey

Жыл бұрын

I need a distribution with playlist pitching on KZread and Spotify and more.. When you can say it to me?

I would love to see a straight up comparison/breakdown listing very specifically the name of the distributor and if they do fill in the blank or not. You mentioned several different options but only mentioned 2-3 times if this distributor or that one does a certain thing or not. It would just be super helpful if see side by sides. Hope that makes sense. Thanks though for all the helpful content you’re putting out!

I find this thoroughly useful and informative..the only knowledge I had prior to listening to this is writing lyrics, copyright, but no idea to get my works off the ground. Thanks for holding my hands to make my first baby step

I'm so freaking glad i came across this channel. This is amazing, thank you thank you so so much, dude!!

@Lenkadu

2 ай бұрын

I second that. THANK YOU for supporting independent artists by sharing what you know!!! What's the best way to support you? (besides the obvious subscribing to your channel)?

I am literally debating this decision now! I would love if you keep going on this topic. Keep up the good work!

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Will do, what would you like the next video to be?

@allenhayesmusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy pros and cons and extras of each along with pricing would be great!

@wildherbsslicesco.9123

2 жыл бұрын

Made a decision yet?

@allenhayesmusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@wildherbsslicesco.9123 not yet…

@BdeJJG

Жыл бұрын

@@allenhayesmusic update?

Thank you for uploading these videos. I appreciate at it. Cheers

Thank you so much for this information. I need so much help. This is a great start!

I was thinking about using Distrokid, but after this video I change my mind! I really need to reconsider it.

So nice video. Thank you, its really helpful and thoughtful. And would be even better (imo) if you said list of services in general about territory of the distribution. Like which is largest and etc. Anyway have a good day 💫

Very helpful, thanks

Had so much troubles with Distrokid, with Amuse too but now I distribute mu music to GetSoundset and I've never been so happy

@GoodgirlLisa

Жыл бұрын

I uploaded to distrokid but I’m not happy with them. I signed up with Sound Cloud today but I’m wondering if that was the right thing to do

@christ_inspire_daily

Жыл бұрын

How is the pricing?

Thank you so much

this was a very informative video (as are many of yours), and are extremely clear. I wish I would have found these before my song registrations hit the public. I am believing now, 4 years later and alot wiser, that previous songs were registered wrong and I missed or am still missing out on royalties. How does one back track and piece together the mess? Where do Project managers/songwriters start?

THANK YOU

If you're the producer for another artist what is the first steps to take on a final product or single? Where to copyright or do they do that service as well? Does any of the service and for example you mentioned at 5:45 details, which one of these platforms would have the best of these services? How does Landr work?

What distrobutor would you recommend out of all of them?

You kinda look like a young Arthur in Peaky Blinders:) thanks for this video:)

Need a detailed video of ForeVision Digital.

I highly recommend Believe Digital for distribution.

Thanks for the advice, me and my friend already started something called LT7 Music, and now were looking into uploading to Spotify and such.

Hey, what's up, are you going to do the new TuneCore low price? similar to distrokid low price.

A lot of you in the comments are really overlooking landr and I'm kinda shocked service is good for unlimited distribution during for all year. Yhea it's pricier but it's once a year. You got a lot of options for your plan, you can master, you have credit that you can use to get sample packs, they got distribution

@chrisfofficial

Жыл бұрын

Online mastering services are terrible. You can create far greater result with little training and a few plugins (say Pro-Q 3, Pro-MB, Saturn 2 and Pro-L 2 or smart:limit)

Thank you 💯💯 TL Jones

Now that Tunecore incorporated their unlimited plan, would you say it's the best option as of now? (Comparing with other subscription distributors as Ditto or Distrokid)

@IndieMusicAcademy

Жыл бұрын

I'd say that Tunecore and Landr have the most enticing unlimited plans. I really like the included song mastering that Landr includes in their plan!

@thesultryprincess3120

Жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy Do you know about Routenote?

Im using Symphonic 🤙

I have used CD Baby Pro in the past however with recent releases I am seeing a massive delay in registration with BMI. I cannot find out what the issue is from either CD Baby or BMI.

At 4:20 you mention "Analytics". Briefly, what is that? And thank you for this and all your presentations.

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Analytics are the stats from your fanbase, i.e. how many streams from which countries and from what platforms.

@yassinabidi7961

2 жыл бұрын

4:20 nice

Does CD Baby offer sound scan recordings?

*How about getting my music to be used in TV commercials and in TV shows like if I make a piece of music and its sound would fit best in an advertising commercial for children? Is there a difference in distribution here?

What do you think about (Sonomo)

Totally unhappy with Distrokid and looking for a distributor that will be more involved, where I can direct my time elsewhere. One that will take a higher percentage of my earnings and less cash upfront . Any suggestions?

I'm thinking of starting off with amuse it's free and gives you 100% royalties and then take the money I make and invest into the paid plan or going to another distribution service or use two at once. I don't know this is my first time doing this.

@Singwithmeltaylor

Жыл бұрын

Any update with amuse? Did you like it?

Is CD baby a good choice for a video-heavy songwriter? I always perform w visuals so I put most effort into having fans to listen to songs on my KZread. This is a Q about your point on You TUbe content ID - and whether CD baby does this already. THANK YOU

So which ones do what again? Did you say or am I faded?

Are there any companies or distributors that will compute how much you owe for publishing royalties for covers or co-writers?

Please tell me from which music distributor I can get good money and tax is also less

What are you meaning when you say "cover song licensing"? Are you talking about obtaining the necessary permissions to record another artist's songs?

What do you think about Songtrust

I am a newbie, already joined distrokid for my first single. Is it possible, advisable to change now?

You should check out the new guys…”Indie Advance” .

(ASCAP) I messed up and I couldn't ignore the tab where I have to mention if the song was for a specific work (TV, Multimedia, Theater, ect...) I wrote "General Usage" and wrote a tv show that I thought would like it/I just like tbh. Is this end all be all? If you could please let me know if this tab is super important and will only show my song in one section or not that would be super helpful! Thank you, sorry I could not find this info on reddit or anywhere else :(...

I’m trying to figure out why I needed a contract for my already uploaded music on to DSP’s

What about the ability to release as multiple artists, like what OneRPM and SongFlowr do

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Totally. I would consider this an important feature if you are looking for a "Record Label" style of account. I know that AWAL (my distributor) does this as well as Distrokid (for a higher subscription fee). Lots of distributors are allowing multiple artists nowadays even without a "Record Label" account like Soundrop, Symphonic, Tunecore, CD Baby, and more!

If I’m a featured artist on a song is Soundexchange all I need to collect my royalties/publishing?

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, as long as you're not a songwriter or master rights holder.

Can you tell me your opinion about boomkit

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Never used them personally.

Currently leaning toward CD Baby due to no yearly subscription costs. Any downsides to it?

@IndieMusicAcademy

Жыл бұрын

No downsides at all!

I can't find anything about Worldstar Distro

So landr master the song for u when u release the song ? 🤔

Do a video on United masters

AWAL now The Orchard, woohoo!

Have you heard of amuse? I’m starting a label. Do you think this is a good option?

Can I Put my Music on Multiple Distributors? Awal, CD Baby, and Distrokid?

I tried using United Masters and i now think its a scam but im not sure, can you give me some thoughts?

What doesnt anyone like about DistroKid ? Suggestions thx

Please does anyone one have an idea how music distributors are able to send your music to all these streaming platforms at once? How do they create a code or software to make sure it is uploads automatically to all these platforms

Have you had any experience with LevelMusic Distribution ?

How do I benefit from the KZread content ID? And how do I know if I'm the one benefitting from it and not my distributor? Thanks

@Travelplaces369

2 жыл бұрын

no need youtube content id for new artist , just make it free and people will know you

@epiesco3334

2 жыл бұрын

@@Travelplaces369 thanks

@squaredupstudios

2 жыл бұрын

you don’t need youtube content id? as a new artist especially?

@Travelplaces369

2 жыл бұрын

@@squaredupstudios yes because if a youtuber mostly that using adsense they dont earn if using your song (because content id). thats why your song never heard lot people

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

You're going to want to collect from KZread just in case other channels use your music on their videos. For your own channel, you'll want to enter into the KZread partner program where you earn ad revenue from your views. You'll need a minimum of 1000 subscribers and 4000 watch hours on your channel to qualify.

Im looking for a free distributor that ships to all stores including social media and that also have yt content id in exchange for royalties is routenote the only one or are there better alternatives ?

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

You should check out ONErpm that would fit everything you're saying. Routenote takes less of a cut but has less features on their free plan. You'll have to decide if the tradeoffs are worth it!

What distributor would you recommend for an Independent Music Artist to get the 100% of all their of everything and puts you on the most different platforms.

@kayjaykush1

Жыл бұрын

@@merkurart facts. Distrokid has the most good reviews. But I’ve seen several vids about them blocking artists from signing in under the guise of streaming fraud and stealing all their revenue without notice, same thing with tunecore

I have a question

I’m new what is mastering?

Please do what others won’t ; Do a 10hr video; I will promote it like messs!!!

@mr-rendom

2 жыл бұрын

Or maybe like a series of videos

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, maybe a livestream. 10000 hours of video editing doesn't sound fun lol

@mr-rendom

2 жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy that's true though, I agree with you

@Ncognitomusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy 😳😅oooo, I felt that one 😅

💕💕

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being the first comment!

I would like the coupon to get discounted for CD baby. Can somebody please give me the coupon because if it's in the video description I can't see it if it's visual as I'm totally blind.

would soundcloud repost be a bad option? i am looking for something that has unlimited posting, and gets me to all the social medias, i also want to be able to integrate my music without losing it if i ever go to a major label or just whatever my next step would be. i don’t mind the subscription based, cause i want to post a lot. i already am paying for soundcloud pro so i might take advantage of it.

@squaredupstudios

2 жыл бұрын

oh i’m also looking for something that releases relatively fast but ik soundcloud repost is like a week i think?

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Most distributors ask for a 4 week lead time, so one week is very fast. The fastest I've seen is a couple of days though. Soundcloud Repost as a whole is one of my favorite options!

Hello! I am about to release rock music as an unknown solo artist and make the most of it. I am close to choosing Amuse but they might fail according to a site, so Tune Core or Distrokid is my second choice. Which one should I go for? -Peter

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Tunecore and Distrokid are both solid, but each have completely different pricing models. Tunecore you pay yearly per release while at Distrokid, you pay yearly for your account (huge difference). Let me know what you decide!

@BdeJJG

Жыл бұрын

Update?

@latotheukrecording9220

Жыл бұрын

I had universal music group, release my music without an artist attached to it, and it never made any money. If you’re gonna release some music, you should have an artist connected to it.

what about united masters??

what is an isrc? 2:43

first I distributed the song on spotify and then uploaded it on youtube.. BUt the video on my youtube channel got copyright claim from the same distributor who published my song on spotify. Can anyone explain?

@BdeJJG

Жыл бұрын

Update?

Are there any Free distributors that you would recommend?

What is the best distribution for music

@mr.houston1043

Ай бұрын

At this point nothing smh they still seem to dig in your pockets one way or another I use distrokid and amuse but I’m not 100% satisfied do to subscription and add on services

Have you (or anyone) heard much about IndieMassive?

I would appreciate if you would elaborate more on this topic. Looking at the comments, it seems many of your subscribers would appreciate it. You did a very good video, but it seems you only scratch the surface. More info please.

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

What would you like the next video to be?

@Jawncan

Жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy this is really late but it looks like everyone was wanting you to tell them what you think is the best distribution service.

Tunecore doesn't distribute to all stores

What about RouteNote? That’s what I use…

Ok, regardless of price, which one has all or most features?

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

I’d say that SoundCloud Repost has my attention right now for having one of the most feature-rich offerings!

@georgymusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy thank you for replying!!!

@4ynn

2 жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy I heard that that they take a percentage of royalties from every other platform you post on. True?

@Juliano_DJOL

2 жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy that's actually what I've been looking into today, mainly cause the repost deal! Only thing I'm a little worried about is what happens after a year of the starting/promo price?

awal is getting 30% of the earnings not 15% i use awal for 2 years now and the support is so slow and they release your music after 1 month and they don't offer KZread Content ID are you getting paid to say all the lies??

what distributor do YOU use???????????????

Vydia and Symphonic are possibilities

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Symphonic is awesome. Never heard of Vydia.

@NirajPundir

2 жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy How to get and apply for Symphonic please make a video

broseph....ur makiN my head spin😵‍💫 I just wanna jam & not get jacked

united masters?

I dont like the percentage system because if you was to make a hit and make $100,000 in one year that means they taking away $15,000

Is onerpm goood

putting KZread content id and other royalty programs is a big mistake. easy access of your song should be allowed and available to the oldest man to the youngest baby at all times. even the uploaders. shouldn't have to have an ad because your song is being used

You're so amazing, I pray Jesus blesses you tremendously in His name I pray. Awesome 💯

Is united masters A good distributor?

@YUNGBOSSAP

10 ай бұрын

Yes I use them never had a problem just pay fee it’s best one time only

Please I don't know if tunecore has unlimited plan that allows you to release as many song you want a yr

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

They do not :(

@ngidiemmanuel8309

Жыл бұрын

They do now.check again

Is awal provide music publishing also?

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

No, publishing royalties are collected via your Performing Rights Organization (BMI or ASCAP) and not through your distributor.

How does soundrop distribution add up?

@BdeJJG

Жыл бұрын

@@merkurart who do you use?

@IndieMusicAcademy

Жыл бұрын

I tried soundrop and ended up abandoning and asking for a refund

@michellenoirstudios

9 ай бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademyWhat made you abandon and ask for a refund?

AWAL Really Good

Distrokid all the way

What if the publisher didn't tell the singer about the real downloads count ? let say My song real downloads are 20000 times and they tell me that it was only 1000 times ...How could someone knows the real Downloaded times ?

does anyone have experience with amuse?

Looking for distributor that reaches State and Federal prisons worldwide. Currently with Tunecore and they do not.

whatever you do NEVER CHOOSE the Harry Fox Agency, Audiam, etc

@BdeJJG

Жыл бұрын

Why

@mikehunt576

Жыл бұрын

@@BdeJJG they got caught and in a lawsuit for millions for defrauding artists, they actually signed documents in behalf of artists to release mechanicals with out their knowledge or consent.

I would love to know what’s the best distributor that gives you 100% of the royalties but that can COLLAB with multiple artists for free Cuz with DistrKid if you wanna collaborate it you’re only able to do one extra artist and even then it take up as an artist on your distrokid account So who can I use to upload collaborate with multiple artist and won’t cost an additional fee? Thank you

@Qgee6ix

Жыл бұрын

You have to set up the splits in distrokid. They dont get 100 percent unless they dont cut you in or you didnt do the splits.

@Lasrymusic

Жыл бұрын

@@Qgee6ix nah I know that thanks. But that wasn’t my question. I’m looking for a distributor that number 1 let’s you keep 100% of the royalties and the distributor doesn’t take any. Number 2 they don’t charge you for when you wanna collab or have multiple main/primary artist on the track.

Distrokid is killing us with tax😭🙏🏼

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, distrokid has a lot of add on fees sometimes.

@MustafizurRahman-dp5xk

2 жыл бұрын

hey bro...does distrokid withdraw federal tax from your whole earning or just from US source income?

@mistermusicenterprise3148

Жыл бұрын

Same here. Distrokid sucks only for that..

@BdeJJG

Жыл бұрын

@@IndieMusicAcademy could you register as an llc to help being hit with personal tax?

United Masters

@IndieMusicAcademy

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!

Id watch the 10 hr video....

There's a lot of posts recently, which indicates a paid advertising campaign, and so be well educated and do your homework... This seems like a social influencer paid post