How to Release Music Independently: 10 Things Every New Artist Needs to Know
Everything first-time artists need to know about releasing music: distributors, artwork specs, ISRCs, PROs, and how to actually get streams in 2026.
Everything independent artists need to distribute music worldwide on major streaming platforms and digital stores.
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Automatically protect your music on YouTube. Our Content ID system detects unauthorized use and ensures you get paid for every stream.
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See why artists choose Kinjari over other distributors
| Service | Cost | Royalties | Beatport | Biolinks | Stays Live |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinjari | $3/month | 90% | |||
| DistroKid | $22.99/year | 100% | +$9.99/mo | Basic | +$29.99/yr |
| TuneCore | $22.99/year | 100% | $95.88/yr | ||
| CD Baby | $9.99/release | 91% | $2.95/release |
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We take 10%. You keep the rest. Transparent reporting so you always know what you've earned.
Competitors charge $9.99/mo extra. We include it free. That's $120/year saved.
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