Best Music Distributor for Indie Artists in 2025: DistroKid vs. TuneCore, CD Baby, & Symphonic 🎤💰

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  • Опубліковано 28 лис 2024

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  • @geryahdinglemusic
    @geryahdinglemusic  Місяць тому +2

    🎵 OVERWHELMED BY MUSIC DISTRIBUTION CHOICES? 🎵 You’re not alone! In this video, I’m diving into the pros and cons of DistroKid-including their recent price hike 📈-and comparing them with other platforms like Symphonic, TuneCore, and CD Baby.
    💡 Whether you’re just starting out or looking for long-term solutions, I’ve got insights to help you make the best choice for your music career. And if you’re producing music videos, don’t miss info on DistroVid for video distribution! 🎥
    👉 Watch now for all the details, and don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE! 🌟
    #MusicDistribution #DistroKid #IndieArtists #MusicTips

  • @BigMucci
    @BigMucci 8 днів тому +1

    Tunecore is the best for me. I have Reverbnation, CD Baby, Distrokid and Tunecore. I might try United Masters on my next Maxi Single. But not sure.

    • @geryahdinglemusic
      @geryahdinglemusic  8 днів тому +1

      @@BigMucci That’s awesome. I’ve heard really good things about folks who use Tunecore’s mid-tier plan. Glad to have another data point for first-hand experiences. And well wishes for your new single!

  • @sieh79
    @sieh79 Місяць тому +1

    Yours is a Better review than most others reviews on yt.

    • @geryahdinglemusic
      @geryahdinglemusic  Місяць тому +1

      @@sieh79 Thank you so much! 😊 My goal with this review was just to share my personal roadmap as an indie artist and give insight based on my own experiences navigating these platforms. I’m really glad it could help! 🙌🏽 If there’s anything else you’d like to hear about, feel free to drop a comment. Here’s to making the indie journey a little smoother! 🎶🚀

  • @keiththomas111
    @keiththomas111 27 днів тому +1

    I'm looking towards symphonic

    • @geryahdinglemusic
      @geryahdinglemusic  27 днів тому +2

      That’s great. It really has a lot of included features.

  • @yanx447
    @yanx447 13 днів тому +1

    What about landr? What do you think?

    • @geryahdinglemusic
      @geryahdinglemusic  6 днів тому +1

      Great question! LANDR is an excellent option for indie artists who want more than just distribution. While DistroKid and TuneCore focus heavily on distribution, LANDR offers a full suite of tools tailored for music creation and promotion. For $19/month, you get unlimited music distribution, AI mastering, access to royalty-free sample libraries, plugins, collaboration tools, and even a marketplace for connecting with professionals.
      The value is clear if you’re looking for an all-in-one solution to cover production, distribution, and professional services without juggling multiple subscriptions. That said, LANDR might not be the best fit if you’re only after distribution and prefer to mix and master your tracks manually or use other specialized tools.
      Ultimately, LANDR is a solid choice if you’re an artist or producer wanting a comprehensive toolset at an affordable price. It simplifies the process and helps indie musicians focus more on their art. Hope that helps!

  • @sieh79
    @sieh79 Місяць тому +1

    Im torn between cdbaby diskro landr and symphonic for a first time user 😢

    • @geryahdinglemusic
      @geryahdinglemusic  Місяць тому +2

      @@sieh79 Hey @sieh79, I totally get where you’re coming from-choosing a distribution platform as a first-time user can be a bit overwhelming! 😅 I actually think LANDR is a solid option too, even though I didn’t dive into it in this video. It might be worth covering in the future!
      When it comes to picking the right platform, I think it really comes down to the business model you’re most comfortable with. Some platforms take a share of royalties, while others have a one-time fee, so the question is: which model fits best with where you’re at in your indie journey? There’s also the matter of ease of use and whether you’re looking for a “set it and forget it” approach or something more flexible, where you could start with one platform and potentially switch later as your needs evolve.
      I’d love to know-what’s the biggest consideration for you in comparing all these options? Is there something specific that’s holding you back or that you’re looking for in a distributor? Let me know, and I’ll do my best to help! 😊

    • @sieh79
      @sieh79 Місяць тому

      @geryahdinglemusic I'm more of a set it forget it. Because I'm so brand new online... I do have a lot of unreleased studio quality songs that I want to release slowly. One time payment or yearly I don't mind as long transparency is transparent lol.. too many horror story from all distributors. I'm literally 6months into this research and still no where closer than I was 6 months ago.
      I'm just very afraid of my music going through a lot of hoops and unexpected legal issues that requires endless emails and chasing invisible people. I'm very simple and laid back.

  • @Fjayjizzo
    @Fjayjizzo 28 днів тому +1

    Customer service is crap on Distrokid

    • @geryahdinglemusic
      @geryahdinglemusic  28 днів тому +1

      @@Fjayjizzo Can you tell us about your personal experience (what was your issue about) and what the hang ups were? This would provide more insight to the team on what they can expect in a similar instance. Thanks for tuning 📺 in to the channel!

  • @ceespinz
    @ceespinz 12 днів тому +1

    Stop paying your distrokid subscription, your music will be taken off all streaming services

    • @geryahdinglemusic
      @geryahdinglemusic  12 днів тому +1

      @@ceespinz yeah, that’s true for many distribution services. Granted, DistroKid does have the leave a legacy optional add-on, but one would have to pay 💰 It’s best to understand the terms of service for any provider before you sign-up and see what’s important to your strategy, your wallet, and the long term publication of your intellectual property.