Music Distribution is Changing (5 things to look for)

[@studiomacleod]

This feels like a Landr advertisement

[@hazexo1131]

I mean objectively it seems like the best option

[@bououdenahmed779]

It does

[@davidkifasi]

Maybe it's just that good, a lot of people speak highly of Landr

[@kellanklav]

it is

[@MatthJenks]

It's because Tunecore and Distrokid have been around long enough to have high-profile cases of screwing over their artists, including taking down music from paid-up "leave a legacy" users. Give it another year or 2 and I'm sure Landr will get bought out and become just as corrupt as Tunecore and Distrokid.

[@ReeceRyans]

I use LANDR and find it absolutely excellent. The mastering is exceptionally good and distribution is easy and fair.

[@KNIGHTTRIXX]

I think I’m going to use them

[@Asiacares4000]

Do they distribute the music evenly through all platforms like Spotify apple and social media?

[@jasonengberg1583]

Thank you for this well paced insightful and easy to understand review. Clearly you are Landr leaning and likely will be what I choose.

[@FredLynch]

I just heard about Landr and I’d love to get more information on it. Please make more! This is good stuff.

[@gothjim325]

Great episode.. it reinspired to check my CDBaby account, which they now call a 'Legacy Account'. - The lack of a human with phone support really kills it, it's tough trying to be inspired anymore.

[@elainelucia]

I've been emailing CDBaby for almost two months now trying to straighten out my "Legacy Account!" it's insane how many emails it took to get a clear, concise solution to the issue. That's why I am watching this video....I think I may be done with CD Baby (which is a bummer because Ive been with them for many years).

[@BoominGame]

@@elainelucia Have you been making good money so far? I would tend to believe that they give priority to artists that rake a lot of money?

[@elainelucia]

@@BoominGame customer service should be equal opportunity....regardless of the revenue amount of your account. That being said, I recently tried out LANDR, based on many KZbin videos like this one, and much comparison and research. LANDR released my single with the wrong date (2017!) as another poster on this thread also describes. I have another pending issue that needs to be corrected. Note: there is only chat bot and email support. Auto response states: "We’re reviewing your request (xxxxx) and will get back to you as soon as we can. Depending on your request, it may take 1-7 business days for a response." It took four days for them to fix the metadata on my single release, which was pretty upsetting. I'm just stating my experience with LANDR so far. I hope it is an anomaly but I am nervous now about releasing more singles and my album with LANDR.

[@jayc5756]

Last I tried to contact CDBaby, but couldn't get a hold of them. Years ago, their CS was good. Now, there almost like nonexistent. But that was a year and a half ago. Idk what they are right now.

[@CarloPontevolpe_Music]

11:03 this is enough to go for LANDR, unfortunately I subscribed to Distrokid cause I was not aware, but that "Leave a Legacy" fee is outrageous so I will immediately switch to LANDR, luckily I'm just starting releasing my music. Thanks!

[@Tyrell_Corp2019]

I have buyer's remorse with Distrokid too. The worst customer service on the planet.

[@05_incubus]

i agree

[@surya-of8yd]

🎵 Distributing music has never been easier-thank you, SecretStar! 🌟

[@wo-and-lo-yinz]

i just read bad reviews about most of these.

[@prodsirsiah]

Don't worry about the bad reviews. For the most part that's just unhappy and underachieving customers but for the most part only the unhappy ones will ever leave a review. Decide what you want distribution or label services or a full label deal and pursue what’s best for you.

[@hazexo1131]

@@prodsirsiah not true at all, you obviously haven’t look into all the scam stories of TuneCore

[@DonTheking]

@@prodsirsiahI wouldn’t take the negative reviews with a grain of salt because if so many people have negative experiences with the platform and barely any positive reviews, you will mostly likely have the same experience. It’s best to take warnings from the people that have been there and can’t say they never warned you

[@BDWN.64]

Dedicated video of landr PLEASE I know if they stay on track with what they’re doing they’ll b the #1 distributors

[@mwillmusicsoul]

I'm team CD Baby. The whole one time payment thing for everything is just what makes the most sense to me. And it's not even close.

[@ActionDouble]

Distro contacts are through email ONLY. Right after you put in a request with live chat bot.

[@gdown3]

Would like to see a detailed dedicated video for LANDR when you have a chance. By the way you did a great job, appreciate your works 👍

[@dragonboymusic2752]

Do a complete Landr

[@NoDaysOff-oz2zl]

You should look at the Trust Pilot reviews of these companies. All are mostly negative. And go through the Terms of Service like how Miss Krystle, the Top Music Attorney does.

[@DonTheking]

For real

[@dudeskidude8376]

I like her videos. Really opens ones eyes to the realities of distributors and how they try to scam money from the little guys.

[@larrygiles8556]

A lot of artists have been having problems with Tunecore.

[@SvenDoes]

Yep, I had those too. Tried to cancel my plan with them for days, but their customer service s*cks. Only when I directly e-mailed one of there people saying they where scamming me, that they actually anwsered me. In the end they did cancel it for me, but the overall experience was so demoralizing.

[@simplyb.8959]

Like what kind?

[@SvenDoes]

@@simplyb.8959 Trying to cancel is a hell. Their website in general is a pain to work with. Costumer service is awfull, getting to talk to a real person is next to impossible. And much more. I released my music through TuneCore for a while and these problems only got worse over time..

[@fiikuri]

Yes, I experienced it. My problem is with the artist's name, where my artist's name is always rejected on the grounds that the name is already indicated on the label. I always send emails to them to get the best solution, but it doesn't produce any results. The only way I would have to buy additional artists by paying them, but I don't want to. when the music has been released in stores, my music does not appear in some stores.

[@music-lf4vj]

@@simplyb.8959 its usually customer service with distributors nowadays. There's a few good indies and some new upcoming ones like BlinkDistro which seems to be making a strong stance on supporting independent music

[@uzidiagonal]

the distrokid extras are optional though, i don’t click on any of those nowadays

[@mamasabrinaherlittlerascal2819]

Why do you choose AWAL? Also please do a video comparing Lander and CD baby.

[@martinsquare]

It is just scam because most artists don't even make $12 per month of royalty & they know it.

[@SamuelWaipaKealohapauole]

You are a great point of reference for music distribution and studio works when needed. But what interest me the most is a real life example of payments of Royalties to the artists. Can you give examples of your experiences of collecting monies from your muscial works via LANDr's as an example? Some of the points to cover are; How often are sales statements issued?, When sales are made, when do an artist receive their royalty check(s)? If an artist is registered with PRO ( publishing co.-BMI or ASCAP) is that area covered also?, What if I created the music and possible lyrics with an Ai platform but can monetize the works due to the platforms Terms of Service Agreement, are there any legal restrictions of roadblock hindering monetizing the ownership of those works? I know it's alot of questions but these are very important one to consider using LANDr distribution or any other distributors. Please respond. I'd appreciate it ! swkiii

[@pimplove]

Exactly, which one gets the job done? Cause honestly if distrokid is the best at making me money |I would go with them regardless. I'm just saying.. that's the info I wanna know about.

[@jeffreymarshall2875]

Thank you for the excellent video. Very spoken, clear, concise, and informative.

[@11amandaleeann11]

This helps SO MUCH!!! Thanks man

[@larrygiles8556]

I'd like to see a video about LandR. I'm looking to replace Distrokid and what are your thoughts on Priam Digital?

[@nigerianprincess777]

Cn you do a dedicated video comparing cd baby to awal and landr about services and pricing overtime?

[@GlennGutierrez]

No oneRPM or INgrooves/Virgin? We just left the latter after many years and many layoffs, but I'd love to see someone tear into them.

[@mr-gentalfreakadem6959]

HEY I LIKE YOUR VIDEO MAY I ASK WHY YOU DIDNT PUT DITTO IN IT ? GREETINGS BLESS

[@paulgrooveside2803]

Please can you do in-depth videos on Landr, Distrokid and CD Baby?

[@Profartiste]

Very well explained... great analysis !

[@GianpaoloGallianOfficial]

If you made a dedicated video on CDBaby, you would be very welcome. Thank you so much, Ryan! ❤

[@KenDonMusicYT]

I'm already paying LANDR for the production side of things, I'll probably start using their distrobution services and ditch distrokid's fees

[@victorsmith6429]

How it’s going so far ?

[@KenDonMusicYT]

@@victorsmith6429 Their production stuff is great. I've gotten a lot of mileage out of the plugins, samples and mastering. I'll probably use their distribution in a month or two for my next singles

[@omagnomusic]

Thank u so much, i made my decision, and you help me found was i was looking for

[@IamELJohnson]

Great info in this vid, thank you

[@freefireyoutube4354]

🌟 Loving the seamless experience with SecretStar Distribution! 🎉

[@altermoremusic]

I switched to LANDR after CD Baby. At least im trying something new and cheaper. I'm buying subscription on Distribution Pro pack. And I'm releases couple releases through them. Now its a month past and some tracks atill not available on KZbin and TikTok 😤 Half of my questions to support team just ignored. And one thing you should know, its actualy FUGA do all the distribution, not the LANDR directly and like I see now thats may be a real problem cause if FUGA don't do something for any reason, so LANDR can't do nothing. I'm so disappointed because of this just at start of cooperation with LANDR 😤

[@elainelucia]

I'm having very similar problems with LANDR Pro Distribution support, after moving away from CDBaby. My one release still not on KZbin after multiple emails. I did not know that FUGA does the distribution for LANDR...FUGA is owned by Downtown Music Holdings, which owns CDBaby!!...so really, seems more and more like there is only ONE giant corporation doing music distribution so it seems it basically doesn't matter which 'platform' you use....they all use the same backend and it's just a matter of Luck whether you have a good experience or not with them. Maybe will go back to CDBaby, at least they never messed up my releases.

[@altermoremusic]

@@elainelucia my latest releases is fine so I'm staying with LANDR. I can't get my money now from CDBaby so. I solved all my problems with LANDR for now. I made a video about CDBaby and LANDR on my channel.

[@SonicDruid1]

Curious why you switched?? What was it about CDbaby that you didn’t like?

[@piano_jpg]

What about Amuse? I think they are good.

[@NewtonRobertT]

Thank you for this. Very informative. I was leaning towards DistroKid but now I'll dig a little deeper before committing. I'm a songwriter, but definitely no singer! To the songwriters out there, which platform would you recommend for songwriters? Thanks.

[@music-lf4vj]

BlinkDistro is the only one that seems to be prioritising independent artists... i'm going to be very interested to see what its like when they launch

[@Bashanvibe]

I’ll be using LANDR moving forward because of the cover tune licensing feature

[@indegruv]

Mastering software video would be great, preferably a non subscription based option. Personally I make electronic music and just need a very basic "finalizer" polishing with some "background noise removal" capabilities.

[@IndieMusicAcademy]

I can work on that!

[@theminotaurs]

@@IndieMusicAcademy I don't focus on fully electronic, and I don't think Logic is a fave for that genre(s); for more trad songwriting their built-in mastering seems pretty good. $200 for for ever is nice too. Not as good handling of loop based composition.

[@TheFayVillain]

Distrokid has no support anymore. Been locked out of my account for 6 months and looks like I'm going to Landr.

[@LukeVanGeest]

Never heard of LANDR before. Is the standard price $12/month and Studio Pro $16?

[@bevvoice]

Great video! Thank you so much

[@borisvillar]

I use Distrokid but I decided to give LANDR a try hopefully it works out

[@kwarrenmusik]

How is it going so far? I'm looking for a new distributor and never considered LANDR until now.

[@redanm3609]

@@kwarrenmusikSame

[@J-Pi]

how is it going so far @borisvillar ? i got distrokid right now, but i hear about many people who got banned from there or tunecore

[@CurtisBooker]

Yo IA- very resourseful vid--I was honestly leaning toward Landr also, but I would like a Pub deal--whats your take on that as far as best or is publishing needed right away once you distribute-- & yes -make some more vids on Landr - they seem to offer a lot ---Thanks bro

[@afrodabs]

Can you do symphonic deep dive please

[@victorsmith6429]

facts

[@LiantsoaFinaritraRANAIVOARIMAN]

Ouahh...it's great to hear it❤ thanks

[@MissJnet]

Can you distribute a cover on landr without a subscription?

[@waxzy]

pls I want to learn more about landr

[@therandomhamster0076]

Go learn more then

[@infinityangel22]

Can anyone tell me what distribution is best when I just want to sing Cover Songs legally ? I don’t care about getting paid

[@mortenlauritsen9781]

Landr

[@AlanLopesEnter]

Went for Landr. Nice support, nice pricing

[@barkings.]

Is LANDR worth it? I have 3 musical projects and going thru a nightmare with Distrokid - but it's impossible to solve, and impossible to get in touch with anyone to help

[@Neil.oneHaley]

Its bad that they dont have Paypal

[@Neil.oneHaley]

cause now i dont know how i do the payment. i only have paypal.

[@AlanLopesEnter]

Really? I'm not aware about it.

[@Neil.oneHaley]

@@AlanLopesEnter yeah. so i can use it. but i want to use LANDR. Can you help with that?

[@elusivepassages]

Thanks for the info!

[@joetorres1161]

Definitely would like to see a video dedicated to Landr. I'm gonna release my music soon and was originally going to use CD Baby, but Landr seems appealing

[@iamJoyStix]

Hey man, im thinking the same… did you get it?

[@victorsmith6429]

@@iamJoyStixwhich one u went ?

[@iamJoyStix]

@@victorsmith6429 I went for LANDR distribution pack.. the UI made it super easy for me so it's the best deal 😀

[@FederatedNorth]

The distributor Amuse will block you If you use ai in any way of your release if it’s use when creating/mastering your release.

[@wccorona]

Why should you have to upload your music without an agreement? There is no accountability that you will be paid royalties for your music,and that's wrong!

[@veras0900]

Can you do cd baby and cd baby boost also Landr, I was leaning towards cd baby but now Landr is giving me good vibes

[@Lenextran]

Some great info 💯 thank u

[@FirdausYuna]

Where can distribute music ai?

[@anaheimbrv]

wow wow this guy is good really good I feel he is natural in explaining things master at it that makes me want to go and check his other videos good good job very happy

[@cobusprinsloo]

Thank you very much for this useful information. What about Ditto? I thought they were quite big.Can someone what a “cover song license” is? Also, a “custom label name”?

[@foxburroughs9149]

Fair assessments!

[@larrygiles8556]

Hey Ryan, do you know anything about Priam Digital? There's not a lot of information about them online. If you know anything, can you make a video about them?

[@ObscurelyTitled]

sounds like cdbaby vs landr win

[@countuppodcast]

Not every artist on the free tiers, for these distribution platforms are utilizing bots for promotion. That is a false assumption, and a disrespect to the thousands of artists who are getting started, and or utilizing this type of distribution.

[@ValeCardonaH]

Hey Ryan, I got a question for you. Is it still worth to release music to Spotify I've been very disappointed everyone saying is not anymore. Have a nice day.

[@theminotaurs]

Not real knowledgeable but I read 100,000 streams gets you $400. Pretty much hopeless for making a meaningful amount of money unless you are a genius, spectacularly gorgeous, or very, very lucky. I have a niche indie repertoire I doubt will ever make me significant money, and only am trying to get on streaming platforms to get gigs that will draw maybe 30-70 people .

[@MelodyCrowson]

hey man love the videos, so helpful & informative. im not clear on one thing tho: if i select for my distribtor to handle the youtube content id collection, do i still use songtrust to collect royalties from youtube (since distributor & songtrust collect different types of royalties) or do i need to have songtrust not collect? and what happens if i already selected them both to collect from youtube thinking i was doing the right thing??:/

[@moe_joe_man]

Awesome video, thank you.

[@retrothepharoah]

distrokid banned me for no reason!

[@lilelvinjmusic]

That's too bad 😕😔

[@thegamingasteroid3141]

Same

[@elijahtrenton8351]

Please make a video about Landr

[@Yungbamz777]

How about collabhouse

[@alexWanji]

whats your thoughts on VERSEONE disribution

[@LuckyFilmsEntertainment]

How to Get Awal Distributor Dashboard Please help me

[@strangnet]

Almost 15 minutes and no mention of some of the questionable practices by Tunecore and Distrokid? You just quickly mentioned being banned from Distrokid, and yet you affiliate link them!?!?

[@theminotaurs]

Distrokid led/founded by fast-takling marketing type, "take the money and run", as evidenced by the upsell BS the reviewer pointed out....upsells are so deceptive, manipulate buyers by using the sunk-cost fallacy... dishonest.

[@scotteepunk]

Ryan, do you like Priam Digital for music distribution?

[@peacelounge]

NEWM Studio is onto something

[@jorgaridya7085]

Distrokid flag me for no reason. I requested Distrokid to remove all my music catalog.

[@tonywilliambrady1870]

Most serious independent artists will spend their money in the studio producing the highest quality output while at the same time be savvy enough to take the cheapest route to market. For you to state that Artists that use an upfront free option are"lower quality artists" is a clueless mass generalisation which undermines whatever commercial credibility you thought you were displaying.

[@karmaone27]

I just recorded my first song and signed up for unchained music distributor. Are they a good company or should I cancel and get another distributor?

[@hlqa7938]

Thank u chief! Please cover Ditto Music and Level?!?!

[@gregoryamadeus2235]

Looks like you got a nice check from Landr to promote them.

[@Erajamesmusic]

We want Landr

[@foodforthemoodsounds]

Be very cautious with Symphonic Distribution

[@LilSniiper]

The are good. I'm a partner.

[@foodforthemoodsounds]

@@LilSniiper Experience varies

[@violetshades]

@@LilSniiper How did you get partner with them if I may ask? I'm on starter and the experience has been amazing (nothing has been gatekept from me) but the only reason why I chose them is because when I get my name out there I want to eventually upgrade to Partner through the form you fill out. Are you willing to share this experience? If not it's all good! Keep making music, you are already going places if you were able to get partner.

[@johnnorthtribe]

How is Ditto Music? They are cheap compared to many, but how do they hold up compare to the others?

[@SonOfUnagi]

search their common issues and weigh the risks. A lot of people feel slighted by them

[@vigilant545]

Landr looks the best. Will use them this year. Thanks for this important information!

[@theprezenz]

Cd baby offers live chat in the browser which has been helpful for me

[@fxandmeow]

I'm looking for someone that will sync my music. i have been to cd baby and distrokid already. maby i need a sync company in addition?

[@elxarproductions]

I would love you to look at "Too Lost", even if you did not mention it in this video.

[@DonTheking]

Stay far away from them

[@Nalpha]

Fantastic vid

[@donnaanderson5669]

I signed with CD baby

[@kenrothacker]

Wonderful content. Would be great to see a LANDR video.

[@sanjaysharma4655]

📈 Smooth distribution and monthly payments-what more could you ask for? 🎵

[@Crazysteve0017]

Can I clear a sample with easy song licensing website ?

[@Jeffsguitargroove]

Does DistroKid have sync licensing offers?

[@SvenDoes]

Now make a video about the reviews...

[@musicwitharijit]

TuneCore video !😊

[@satyakisengupta1381]

Awesome Review 🔥👾ThankYou💌

[@samtay4360]

I recommend DraikoTune Music; they upload very quickly, their customer support is very responsive, and it's free to use. 👋

[@most-ghosty]

what about DITTO?

[@dzintarsvitols3764]

RouteNote please!

[@PersieDoxMuszic]

Make a dedicated video about lander distribution👍🏾.

[@sonythabeast]

You forgot SoundCloud distributor

[@ItsBrookLive]

its way too expensive and they take a lot of your royalties I've been using it for the past 2 years and now I would love to change distributors its $150 per year

[@fusion8379]

@@ItsBrookLive yeah they take 20% and then they took MY 80% and locked me out lol

[@dudeskidude8376]

@@fusion8379bruh wtf

[@Azwad]

Artists that use free services don't automatically would use bot as well.

[@cloudbloodmusic]

What about priam digital?

[@mikey002]

Thoughts on antijoy?

[@jcmacmusic]

What happens if you get signed to a lable and your music is up on Landr as a indie artist?

[@samtay4360]

I recommend DraikoTune Music; they upload very quickly, their customer support is very responsive, and it's free to use. ❤