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.
Music Distribution.
$3/mo. You Keep 90%.
Everything independent artists need to distribute music worldwide on major streaming platforms and digital stores.
Unlimited releases · 100+ platforms · Cancel anytime
100+
Stores
∞
Releases
$5
Min. Payout
24hr
Support
Built for Independent Artists
Upload once, reach listeners everywhere. We handle the distribution so you can focus on making music.
Global Reach, Instantly
Your music on Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, Beatport, and 100+ platforms worldwide. One upload, every store.
View All StoresYou Own Everything
Full ownership and control of your music, always. We're a distributor, not a label. Your rights stay yours.
Real Human Support
UK-based team that actually responds. No chatbots, no runaround. Typically within 24 hours.
Your Professional Link in Bio. Included Free.
One page with all your music, streaming links, merch, socials, and tour dates. Share one link, fans find everything.
Four professional templates
Smart analytics & click tracking
Custom URL: kinjari.me/yourusername
Unlimited links
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Your Music. Gone Global.
Latest Single
Spotify Profile
Merchandise
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Plan Your Release Schedule.
See all your releases in one place, plan months ahead, and never miss a release date again.
Visual timeline of all your releases
Plan months ahead
Track what's released and what's coming
YouTube Content ID. Included Free.
Automatically protect your music on YouTube. Our Content ID system detects unauthorized use and ensures you get paid for every stream.
Automatic copyright detection
Global YouTube coverage
Revenue protection & monetization
YouTube Content ID
Live
My Files
2026 Releases
12 files
new-track.wav
24 MB
final-master.mp3
8 MB
Storage Used
4.8 GB / 20 GB
24%
BETA
Store & Share Your Music Files.
Cloud storage built for musicians. Upload your tracks, organise them in folders, and share files with links that expire.
20GB included, upgradeable to 1TB
Share files with expiring links
Stream audio & video files directly
NEW
Animated Artwork for Apple Music.
Make your release stand out with motion artwork on Apple Music. Upload an animated cover and your music comes to life when listeners hit play.
1:1 square and 3:4 portrait formats
Upload directly from your dashboard
We validate everything before it goes to Apple
Included at no extra cost
Single
Stargazing
Your Artist Name
How We Compare
See why artists choose Kinjari over other distributors
Kinjari
Cost$3/month
Royalties90%
Unlimited ReleasesYes
BeatportIncluded
BiolinksIncluded
Music Stays LiveYes
DistroKid
Cost$22.99/year
Royalties100%
Beatport$9.99/mo extra
BiolinksBasic only
Music Stays LiveNo (unless $29-49)
TuneCore
Cost$22.99/year
Royalties100%
Beatport$95.88/yr extra
BiolinksNot included
Music Stays LiveNo
| 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 |
Why Artists Choose Kinjari
Simple pricing, maximum reach, artist-first approach
$3/month. That's It.
Unlimited releases, all features included. No per-release fees, no hidden costs.
Keep 90% of Royalties
We take 10%. You keep the rest. Transparent reporting so you always know what you've earned.
Free Beatport Distribution
Competitors charge $9.99/mo extra. We include it free. That's $120/year saved.
Music Stays Live Forever
Cancel anytime and your music stays on every platform. We never take it down.
Biolinks Included
Professional link-in-bio page with analytics. No extra charge, no separate tool needed.
YouTube Content ID Free
Protect and monetize your music on YouTube. Included with every plan at no extra cost.
Ready to Get Your Music Out There?
Just $3/month. You keep 90% of the royalties.
Unlimited releases. Cancel anytime. Music stays live forever.
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