TGetting a song onto Spotify is relatively straightforward once you understand one important detail: artists do not normally upload commercial music releases directly to Spotify. The release first goes through a music distributor, which delivers the audio, artwork and metadata to Spotify on the artist's behalf. The good news is that this does not necessarily... Continue Reading →
Free Alternatives to DistroKid and TuneCore (2025 Guide for Independent Artists)
DistroKid and TuneCore are two of the best-known music distributors used by independent artists, but their pricing models are not ideal for everyone. For an artist who releases frequently and already earns from streaming, an annual distribution subscription may be a relatively small expense. For someone preparing a first single, building several projects at once,... Continue Reading →
