In 2020, there are many distribution companies that artists, managers and label owners can consider to distribute through but some say there are perks that rule over others, especially as we lead into the future of music and technology advancing.
While keeping 100% of your royalties is vital when it comes to looking out for the best interest of your music, sometimes it’s best to educate yourself on all of their fees and what exactly these terms truly mean when it comes to making your final decision. Majority of them say they don’t take anything from your royalties, however it’s best to do your research before you accept what you read as true.
Here’s the best music distribution services and companies out there today:
SS Global Entertainment (Rated as the number 1 company to work with because the founder, Tiffany Gaines, actually provides coaching and guidance for each artist on how to earn, learn the ins and outs of the business, as well as offers a blueprint of services at wholesale discounts once you sign.) There’s a 70/30 split with the artist taking 70% but provides a payout strategy that currently pays the highest compared to all service fee distributors annually. They also have programs that allow the artist to earn more simply from being a member.
Amada Records (Rated as the number 2 best choice as they serve as a partner with SS Global Entertainment offering similar services and the same percentage breakdown.
TuneCore They state an artist keeps 100% Revenue (however please read the fine print. You can distribute to 150+ Stores. They also offer publishing options.
Ditto Music For just $19 a year you can distribute as much music as you want. They state you keep 100% of your royalties however make sure to read the fine print. They require an international sign up to receive payments.
Record Union Pay a fee yearly based on the amount of projects your distribute.
CD Baby They state an artist keeps 100% Revenue (however please read the fine print. You can distribute to 150+ Stores. They also offer publishing options.
The Orchard (they only work with labels)