Ultimate Indie Artist's Guide: Tools You Need, Lies You Don't

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Music Distribution: Top 3 Choices 

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Keep Music in Stores

When it comes to picking the best music distribution service, our methodology is guided by certain features. One of the most important is the ability to keep your music in stores. With most digital distributors, the moment you stop paying is the moment they take your music down from all stores. If you don’t want that to happen, you need a distributor that allows your music to stay up even if you cancel or can no longer afford to pay. Ideally, you can pay annually; however, if you ever stop, you can switch to paying a percentage of your revenue. 

 

Amuse - Keeps music in stores by switching you to a revenue share model, taking 25%. 

Landr - Keeps music in stores by switching you to a revenue share model, taking 15%. 

Venice Music - Will remove music from all stores upon payment lapses or cancellation. 

 

Unlimited Stores

 

Another key feature is the ability to distribute your music to an unlimited number of stores. There are a lot of stores out there, not all of them matter, but you do want your music everywhere that does. A large, uncapped inventory of stores is essential. On top of that, you want automatic distribution to new stores. Platforms like TikTok, Rezo, and others keep popping up, and you shouldn’t have to manually check a box for every past release each time a new store comes online. Automation saves time and ensures your music keeps reaching new markets.

 

Landr and Venice Music have an unlimited inventory of stores.

Amuse has a large inventory of stores, but not as extensive as Landr and Venice Music. 

Revenue Split

 

Next is royalties. You want to keep 100% of your royalties from all sources. Some distributors let you keep 100% from iTunes and Spotify but take 20–30% from YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, or Facebook. That’s unacceptable. We look for distributors that let you keep 100% of everything.

 

Amuse - allows you to keep 100% from all sources, starting with their Artist Plus plan. 

Venice Music - allows you to keep 100% from all sources. 

Landr - Takes 20% of Content ID revenue, but allows you to keep 100% from all other sources. 

 

Transaction Fees

 

Transaction fees are another consideration. Typically, they’re 2.9% plus 30¢ per withdrawal. Some distributors cap fees (e.g., TuneCore caps at 25¢, others at $1–2), while some don’t cap them at all. But the catch is that distributors who cover transaction fees often take higher cuts elsewhere - like 30% of Content ID revenue. In most cases, it’s better to pay the 2.9% than lose 30%.

 

Landr - caps transaction fees at $1. 

Amuse - Implies a cap, but doesn’t clearly state whether there is one. 

Venice Music - Doesn’t cap transaction fees. You pay the full amount. 

Audio Types 

 

Audio types also matter - specifically Dolby Atmos. Apple Music pays 10% more for Dolby Atmos mixes, but not every distributor supports it. Some charge extra. The ideal distributor includes Dolby Atmos distribution without added costs.

 

Landr and Venice Music distribute Dolby Atmos at no additional cost. 

Amuse plans to add support for Dolby Atmos, but doesn’t yet support it. 

 

For specialty stores like Beatport, which is huge for EDM artists, some distributors charge extra or don’t distribute there at all. The best distributors include Beatport at no extra cost.

 

Venice Music and Landr distribute to Beatport at no additional cost. 

Amuse only offers Beatport for artists on their Artists and Label Services plan, which is by application. 

 

Tax Treaties

 

Tax treaties are critical for international artists. If your country doesn’t have a tax treaty with the U.S., you face a 30% withholding. For example, many African countries (outside of South Africa) lack a treaty, so artists in Nigeria or Ghana lose 30% of revenue. We prioritize distributors that help you avoid this.

 

Amuse is a Swedish company, so it’s not required to pay US taxes. 

Music Video Distribution

 

Music video distribution is rare, but valuable. We look for distributors that offer it. Direct deals are another big factor. Many distributors piggyback on middlemen with licenses, which means extra costs that get passed on to you. Distributors with direct DSP deals are better, as you avoid losing a percentage of royalties.

 

Venice Music does music video distribution as part of its service package and has direct deals with DSPs. 

Amuse offers music video distribution, but only for artists on its Artists and Label Services plan. It operates through the partnerships of the Merlin Indie Label union but has some direct deals with DSPs. 

Landr - doesn’t have direct deals. 

 

Customer Support 

 

Customer support is also huge. Many distributors promise 24-hour responses, but that could just mean an automated “we got your ticket” email. Real support means access to responsive staff, ideally with assigned contacts or interactive teams.

 

Venice Music offers White Glove support with an attentive and engaged staff of representatives. 

Amuse offers the typical level of support you find with entry-level distributors. 

Landr was once celebrated for its support, but is showing signs of scaling issues as its client base has grown. 

 

MusixMatch Lyrics Integration 

 

Then there’s integration with Musixmatch. All distributors claim to deliver lyrics, but many only provide static text. What you really want is synced, dynamic lyrics that support karaoke-style displays. This adds value to your music and engagement for listeners.

 

Amuse offers dynamic lyric integration through a partnership with MusixMatch. It also includes the ability to generate lyric videos. 

 

Artists Looking to Become Major Brands 

 

Of course, not every artist has the same needs. Some are fine just uploading music, running a few ads, and collecting checks. Recording artists who rely on visibility and brand awareness need more support. While distributors aren’t labels, some offer infrastructure that helps.

 

Venice Music is a standout here. They provide community - a social platform with live chat rooms, social feeds, and active staff. Artists can post music, ask questions, and get feedback. The transparency is valuable because you can see how responsive the staff really are.

They also run weekly workshops with industry professionals, plus feedback sessions where artists get actionable advice on their music. Sometimes these even lead to collaborations or opportunities. Their support staff also offers white-glove treatment, with video chats and instant responses.

 

Because Venice is a premium option, it attracts serious artists with teams, stylists, and photographers. Networking in that community is far more valuable than random online connections. They also offer a “village release strategy” tool and a built-in AI assistant called Co-Manager that helps with planning, marketing, and creative ideas. Unlike services like AWAL or Symphonic, which may offer these perks only to top earners, Venice includes them in its core package.

 

Other distributors like Amuse also have label-services tiers, but those deals are less transparent, often with exclusive terms and revenue share models that eat into an artist’s profits. 

KYC/KYA and Music Fights Fraud 

 

KYC - Know-Your-Customer and KYA - Know-Your-Artist are the same thing under different names. They require you to upload a form of photo ID to verify your identity. Some will claim it’s to protect your account, but that can be done with two-factor authentication. What this is about is streaming fraud and protecting corporate interests at the expense of your privacy. 

 

The Music Fights Fraud alliance is a network of distributors, DSPs, and other entities that have come together to form a global database that logs streaming fraud tactics and bad actors. Being added to this database could result in a global ban on distribution and a permanent mark on your personal record. Essentially, you’re being branded as a thief. Music Fights Fraud states that its database can be connected to other databases, which means this can impact things like your ability to rent an apartment or get a job.  We wholeheartedly stand against the implementation of KYC/KYA in connection with Music Fights Fraud and do not support any distributor that allows the identities of artists to be stored in any database.  

Comparison Chart

 

 

What and Why

 

Venice Music is the best option if you’re the type of artist to take advantage of what it has to offer. If you’re inclined to operate independently with little involvement from outside voices, it probably won’t work. You have to participate in the workshops, feedback sessions, come to IRL events, and engage the staff and team to get the most out of it. It’s not a layback distribution option. It’s also expensive at $200 annually. It’s worth it, but I can see artists being apprehensive about making that type of investment without the confidence that they’ll be able to recoup the cost. 

 

Amuse is a great option if you have the above concerns or personality type. You get your music in stores, keep all of your revenue, along with some pretty cool features that make your music more attractive and engaging on streaming platforms. You get all of this with limited involvement. 

 

Landr is a great option if you want your music in the most stores and have music mixed for spatial audio (Dobly Atmos). It’s also great if you’re a Producer or self-recording artist who can make use of its packages that include unlimited audio mastering, sample libraries, and plugins. Its plans, including its software and tools, start at $143 annually. 

 

Distributors I Prefer But Wouldn’t Use, and Why 

 

Tunecore 

 

• Professional plan $50 annually to be eligible to add more artists to your plan 

• + $14.99 per artist annually. Co-releases are treated as if the collaborating artist is an additional Primary artist, where you’re charged $14.99 annually for distribution for an artist you’re not distributing music for. 

• Extra charge for Discovery Mode - Discovery mode costs 30% of your revenue from Discovery mode sources while you have an active campaign. This isn’t limited to streams earned over what you’d normally get; it includes 100% of streams from these sources. Tunecore takes an additional 20% of revenue to activate the feature. 

• Content ID+ - Distribution to Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, etc. costs 20% of your revenue 

• Has announced plans to implement KYC/KYA

• A member of Music Fights Fraud 

• Charges for Beatport - $8/Month 

• Charges for Dolby Atmos - $16 per track 

• No streaming fraud protection

 

CD Baby 

 

• Charges $10 per release, which limits flexibility. One release could be broken into multiple releases: Original Mix, Dance Mix, Instrumental, Vocals, dirty and clean versions, which would have you paying over $100 if not released as an album. You can’t add tracks to a release once it’s been distributed. 

• Takes 9% of revenue. If you earn $10K annually, you end up paying $900 for distribution. 

• Takes 30% of YouTube Content ID revenue. 

• Doesn’t distribute to Beatport 

• No Dolby Atmos/Spatial audio support

• No streaming fraud protection 

 

Distrokid 

 

• Limited stores 

• Content ID - $4.99 per single or $14.95 per album annually 

• Audio recognition - $2 per track annually 

• Store Automator (Automatically send releases to new stores) - $8 per release annually 

• Charges for Beatport - $9.99/Month 

• Charges for Dolby Atmos - $26.99 per track 

Too Lost

 

• KYC & Music Fights Fraud Member - Fully intends to sell you out to DSPs with no resistance or support for streaming fraud accusations. 

• Scale issues - allows unlimited distribution for unlimited artists for just $35 annually. This sounds great, but it results in overload that degrades service performance and customer support across the board. 

• Leveraged for funding - The impression I’ve gotten from a conversation with its founder is a disregard for artists on the DIY tier. They’ll accept your payments, but don’t feel any obligation to provide quality service because of the low price they charge. 

Advertising - Top Picks 

 

Spotify Showcase 

Most artists spin their wheels and their dollars running Facebook ads to drive traffic to Spotify in the hopes of gaining listeners. The flaw in the logic there is that Facebook ads can’t be optimized for the objective of driving Spotify listeners, only clicks. There are really harmful blind spots, like the fact that Facebook doesn’t know if anyone listens, skips, or dislikes the music. All of these things have a profound impact on your performance on the platform. 

 

You drive traffic that takes negative actions, and you end up digging your own grave blind folded. Generating clicks that lead to bounces where people don’t even make it to Spotify, get there only to find they need an account, or couldn’t stream on-demand because they were on the ad-supported tier, you might as well light money on fire like Grant Cardone. The only plausible reason to use Facebook for Spotify was the possibility of reaching Spotify Premium users. Guess what, Spotify Showcase ads target all Spotify users: Ad-supported and Premium. 

 

Showcase ads are optimized to find Super listeners driven by engagement with your music. The focus is on who streams, saves, playlists, and returns to stream again, and not clicks. It cost me $0.42 to get a listener in the US using Spotify Showcase ads vs. $2 or more with Facebook ads. 

 

If your goal is to build an audience on Spotify, it’s foolish not to use Showcase. 

 

Road Block 

 

Unfortunately, Spotify restricts access to Showcase to artists with at least 1,000 streams. The justification for the threshold is likely data. That’s the number of streams it needs to find matching listeners. 

 

Alternatively, there’s Spotify Ad Studio. Spotify Ad Studio exclusively shows to users on the Ad-supported tier. 

 

Tip: Users on the ad-supported tier can’t stream on-demand on mobile, so you have to target Desktop users. The same optimization focus of Showcase ads extends to Ad Studio, and there are no roadblocks; any artist can use it. 

 

Summary 

 

Spotify is a top music platform used by active music fans. Other advertising options have a broader reach but cannot hone in on music fans. Free listeners use the service to discover new music and its personalized radio features. There’s evidence that implies music streamers spend more money on concert tickets, merchandise, and experiences. 

YouTube 

YouTube ads won’t have the same long-term impact as Spotify’s nor the potential for extended reach. In fact, YouTube doesn’t even recognize videos viewed as ads as authentic views, so they have zero algorithmic benefit and aren’t logged to the user’s watch history. Why is it here? EXPOSURE! 

 

YouTube ads charge you for listens. You don’t end up paying to be ignored the way you do with Facebook ads. There are two main ad options for video: Instream and Discovery. In-stream ads are commercials that air before, during, or after a video’s launch. Viewers are required to watch for at least 5 seconds before being allowed to skip, but you don’t pay unless they watch for at least 30 seconds. No matter what action the viewer takes, you’ve gained brand awareness and a warm lead. 

 

Discovery ads only charge when a user clicks to watch, which activates a view, so you pay to be heard and not ignored. YouTube ads run through Google Ads, which extend to all Google properties: Apps, YouTube, Gmail, Google, websites running AdSense, etc. This allows you to build an entire marketing funnel through YouTube ads where you can advertise to users to raise awareness and follow up with ads to reinforce your brand message, then run more ads to drive them toward a sale. If the music sticks and they follow up on their own, you get fans you can sell to organically by uploading content to your channel and Community tab. 

TikTok 

TikTok ads can drive Earned Media. I would call TikTok a music-centered social media platform. Its users speak through music, using it to express sentiments on various things. That’s the nature of the platform. You can get exposure just the same on Instagram, but an Instagram user is extremely unlikely to incorporate your video in any of their media, whereas with TikTok, it’s far more likely. I have an old song called Good Job I found being used on TikTok by parents to celebrate their kids’ graduations, new jobs, finishing a project, all kinds of stuff. You advertise, get exposure, that exposure leads to earned media, where the music gets used in user content, leading to organic exposure. Facebook, Spotify, and YouTube ads, I can say, are more in line with advertising for direct sales, and TikTok ads are marketing. You’re planting a seed, not necessarily looking for a direct line back to Spotify, Apple Music, etc. The results, however, can be explosive. 

 

The challenge with TikTok is narrative. Its users need a directive, and not providing one can lead to your music having the same kind of impact on TikTok as it would on Instagram. Dance trends and challenges provide directives for users to follow. Using a song to talk about a breakup can inspire users to use the song to talk about their own breakups. It’s more of a communicative platform where static music videos and dressed-up promos fall flat. A gorilla-style video of an artist having random people stop and listen to their music, recording their reactions, would do far better. 

 

Optimization 

 

Look for people who enjoy your music. You’ll find that by optimizing campaigns around on-platform engagement. If the music doesn’t spill out, it implies a lack of interest and is a sign the song isn’t worth investment. You’ll have bigger wins if listeners are inspired to take action and not coerced. 

Promotion - Top Picks 

SoundCloud 

You pay $99 annually and get free advertising within its ecosystem. Your song is placed in the rotations of up to 1,000 listeners. At least 100 listeners are guaranteed. Depending on listener response, it will continue to promote the release through algorithmic playlists. Artists can use the service to promote up to 30 songs per day. That’s a value of at least $300 per song. 

 

SoundCloud is a platform that services tastemakers. It’s used by DJs, radio stations, and music fans interested in music outside of the mainstream. 

 

Drawbacks 

 

You don’t control targeting with SoundCloud’s promotion. They blast your music out to a secret group of users with no insight into Demographics, location, genre, or anything. You can see who streamed if the user allows that information to be public and investigate independently. 

Playlist Push 

Playlist Push offers trustworthy playlist promotion. Keep in mind, there’s no way to make these types of things completely foolproof, so it’s a matter of putting forth the best effort. Here you’ll find a thorough vetting process and an automated system that routinely validates the playlists in its inventory. It checks for fake followers and whether there’s any bot activity. If anything fishy is discovered, the playlist is removed. 

Spotify’s Fans Also Like is heavily relied on by Playlist Push for playlist matching. If you don’t have the data or the data you have is inaccurate, it turns into a guessing game. You can select genres and artists to find matching playlists as an alternative. 

 

Tip

 

Quality over quantity. Big things have small beginnings. It’s not about generating massive streaming numbers from placements. It’s about reaching the right audience. Some of the smallest playlists have the most impactful listeners. Look for close matches and only apply to those matches. 

 

Music video distribution 

 

The crown jewels of music video distribution are VEVO, Apple Music, and now Spotify. VEVO allows you to skip the whole song and dance of meeting YouTube’s Partner Program requirements for monetization. VEVO videos are YouTube videos, but they’re monetized, so you earn from every view. Apple Music features prominently on Apple TVs and is served to Apple Music users. Again, immediate monetization for your music videos. 

 

How Spotify and Apple Music add value to their users’ music video consumption: 

• Offline playback 

• Ad-free listening 

• Higher audio quality 

• Centralization 

Best Music Video Distribution Options 

 

Distrovid

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Distrovid is Distrokid’s standalone music video distribution service. It’s not bundled with music distribution. There’s a separate annual fee for it. You pay $99 a year and get to distribute unlimited music videos. The revenue earned from your videos is all yours; you keep 100% of what you earn. My opinion on whether Distrovid is worth it comes down to the objective. The model provides an opportunity for a side business where you can operate as a reseller.  Paying $99 annually exclusively for music video distribution for one artist… how many videos do you release a year? The value can’t be assessed without context, so let’s add some. 

 

Symphonic charges at least $95 per video and retains 30% of revenue. Releasing at least two videos annually makes Symphonic more expensive than Distrovid, and so does earning over $300 a year. 

Labels, artist collectives, and enterprising artists will find a lot of value in Distrovid. 

 

Where Distrovid Sends Your Music

• VEVO

• Spotify

• Apple Music

• Tidal

• Boomplay 

 

Full music video requirements can be found here: https://support.distrokid.com/hc/en-us/articles/4665244163091-Requirements-for-Uploading-a-Music-Video-to-DistroVid

• File Type: .mov or .mp4 only

• Compression Type/Codec: ProRes 422 or 422 HQ, MPEG-2 or H.264

• File Size: Up to 30GB

• Resolution: 1920 x 1080 or higher (up to 3840x2160)

• Duration: 30 seconds or longer

• Video Encoding: Variable Bit Rate (VBR) only

• Frame Rate is one of 23.976, 24, 25, or 30 (so we can distribute your video everywhere!)

• Video Scan Type: Progressive only

• Audio Format: 44.1 kHz or higher, Stereo only

Streaming services will not accept videos that include the following:

• Watermarks: Streaming services will not accept videos with watermarks, logos, static text/images, subtitles, or other graphic overlays.

• Social media references: Streaming services will not accept videos with URLs, contact information, QR codes, or social media handles/logos.

• Ads: Streaming services don't accept release dates, logos, or advertisements in videos. This includes messages like "Streaming everywhere" or "Coming soon."

• Still images or promos: Streaming services will not accept videos that display a still frame of the album artwork or other photo slideshows. The file must be a music video.

Venice Music 

 

Venice Music bundles music distribution and music video distribution into a single service. You pay $200 annually for both. White glove support and community are two things Venice Music hangs its hat on, which separates it from all other options. There is no standalone music video offer; it’s all or nothing with Venice Music. 

 

Where Venice Music Sends Your Music Videos

 

• Vevo

• Apple Music

• TIDAL

• Tencent

• JOOX

 

Full music video requirements 

• File type: MP4 or MOV

• Video length: >30 secs

• Aspect Ratio: 720x480, 1920x1080, 3840x2160 resolutions are supported.

• Frame rate: 25, 29.97x, 30

• Audio: 48kHz or higher.

• Video scan type: progressive

Publishing Administration 

 

This is something you need to collect Mechanical royalties. SongTrust was once the go-to service provider for the collection of Mechanical royalties. In the United States, there was only the Harry Fox Agency that collected Mechanical royalties, and they were exclusive to songwriters who were signed to major publishing deals or had record deals. Independent artists were shut out. Songtrust changed that with its pioneering technology. Now, there is the MLC (Mechanical Licensing Collective) - a body formed by the United States government for the purpose of collecting mechanical royalties. The MLC is free to join and doesn't take a percentage of your revenue. Songtrust charges a one-time fee of $100 and takes 15% of the Publisher’s share of your Mechanical royalties. 

 

Why You Still Need Songtrust 

 

Each country has its own collection societies, like SOCAN in Canada and PRS for the EU. If your music isn't registered with them, then your Mechanical royalties go uncollected. Songtrust registers your works with these entities. We know these companies exist, but we don’t know if they’re any good at their job. Whatever flaws plague their service get passed on because Songtrust collects from them. If their collection is poor, if there's corruption, your royalties suffer the consequence. 

 

Amra is a new company that directly registers works with DSPs globally, outside of the United States, and collects Mechanical and digital performance royalties. The ideal setup is to be registered with Amra and the MLC, which will allow you to avoid fees and keep more of your royalties. Unfortunately, Amra lacks transparency and doesn’t disclose the terms of using its service, so we don’t know what percentages artists are subject to pay. Songtrust collects from Amra, the MLC, and all other entities that exist to collect royalties, operating as a catch-all.

Publishing Administration 

 

SESAC 

 

SESAC (originally the Society of European Stage Authors and Composers) is one of the three main performing rights organizations in the United States, alongside ASCAP and BMI. It collects performance royalties on behalf of songwriters, composers, and publishers when their music is publicly performed. Unlike ASCAP and BMI, SESAC operates on an invitation-only basis, which allows it to offer more personalized service and often faster royalty payments to its members. It's known for being selective, boutique, and artist-focused, attracting successful creators across genres, including Bob Dylan, Adele, and Kesha. SESAC collects both performance and mechanical royalties and owns various companies that enhance its ability to collect. 

 

Harry Fox Agency - Agency responsible for collecting Mechanical royalties 

Audiam - Collects YouTube Content ID and Mechanicals + sources that are blind spots for most collection societies like SoundCloud. 

Audio Salad - Music distribution and artist services 

HAAWK - Copyright monitoring and monetization 

 

How to Get an Invite

 

Join songwriting workshops, follow SESAC on social media, and go to events to meet employees and members. Network online by engaging with its content and communicating with existing members. 

Top Features

 

• Invitation-Only Membership - SESAC only accepts members through invitation, ensuring a curated and personalized experience.

• Global Royalty Collection - Through partnerships with international PROs, SESAC collects royalties for performances worldwide.

• Direct Licensing Deals - SESAC is recognized for negotiating direct deals with broadcasters and streaming services, which can result in higher payouts for its members.

• Customized Client Support - Members receive dedicated support from SESAC reps, offering individualized attention and guidance in royalty management.

• Film/TV and Commercial Placement Assistance - SESAC actively works to get its members’ music placed in TV shows, films, commercials, and games.

 

View our PRO comparison charts to see how SESAC stacks up to competitors head-to-head:

 

All Track 

 

AllTrack is a newer, digital-first performing rights organization created to serve today's independent musicians, songwriters, and producers - especially those distributing their music globally via

online platforms like Spotify, YouTube, and Instagram. It was built to be simple, accessible, and international, offering free membership with global royalty collection. Unlike legacy PROs, AllTrack doesn’t charge a sign-up or annual fee, doesn’t require an invitation, and allows artists to keep 100%

ownership of their music rights. It's an ideal choice for indie artists who want a streamlined and modern approach to collecting performance royalties worldwide.

 

Top Features

 

• Free to Join - AllTrack charges no sign-up fees or annual dues, making it highly accessible for independent artists.

• Global Royalty Collection - AllTrack collects performance royalties from over 120 countries through international partnerships with other PROs and societies.

• Digital-First Infrastructure - Designed for the streaming era, AllTrack tracks performances on platforms like Spotify, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and more.

• One Account for Writers & Publishers - AllTrack automatically acts as both your writer and publisher PRO, so you don’t need to register a separate publishing entity to collect full royalties.

• No Exclusivity Requirement - You’re free to leave if you choose, with non-exclusive terms that don't trap you in long contracts.

 

Why Not ASCAP or BMI? 

 

All rights holders share the same royalty pie. Major PROs face pressure to ensure the lion’s share of the pie goes to the owners of the most popular catalogs. Systems are in place to keep clients with those catalogs satisfied. 

 

Weighted plays - Each play on a major radio station counts as multiple plays. 

Bonuses - Top earners receive a bonus that is taken from the revenue pool. 

Blind collections - They collect from small stations that aren’t tracked to identify what actually receives airtime. Instead, money collected from these stations is paid out based on Top 40 radio. 

Live performance royalties - revenue collected from bars, nightclubs, etc., is paid out based on Top 40 radio and not on what gets played at the establishment. 

 

Simply put, major PROs are looking to put more money into the pockets of owners of major catalogs, not indie artists. 

 

View our PRO comparison charts to see how AllTrack stacks up to

competitors head-to-head

 

Data-Tracking 

 

Chartmetric 

 

Chartmetric is a data goldmine. The platform tracks everything from activity on streaming platforms to social media, blog mentions, radio airplay, and more. You can add events to view how they impacted

the performance of your music overall or on specific platforms. It will match you with other artists at different levels, from Developing to Legendary, taking something like Spotify’s Similar Artists to a whole other level. This information can be used for collaborations, remixes, and covers by informing you of who it would be most beneficial to work with.

 

ChartMetric is free for artists. All you have to do is claim your Artist profile. Lots of services have popped up providing access to a limited view of Chartmetric’s data, but nothing beats the source. 

 

Join Chartmetric Free

 

Top Features

 

• Cross-Platform Artist Analytics - Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across major streaming and social platforms. 

• Playlist Tracking -Track playlist placements across platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Amazon Music, Tidal, and YouTube.

• Analyze playlist adds, follower counts, and growth trends to optimize promotional strategies.

• Audience Demographics & Market Insights - Gain detailed insights into listener demographics, including age, gender, location, and platform preferences. This information aids in targeted marketing and identifying new market opportunities.

• Chart Monitoring - Access global and regional charts from over 15 music streaming and social media platforms, plus radio airplay. Monitor chart performance by country and date to spot trends and measure success.

• Neighboring Artists & Similarity Analysis - Identify artists with similar metrics to find a potential collaborator

Discounts

 

• Landr: 20% Off

• Amuse: 10% - 30% Off with Promo Code PAYUSNOMIND 

• Venice Music: 20% Off

• Distrovid: 10% Off