Big news for our electronic music artists! We've just added Juno Download to our distribution network. If you're making electronic music and you haven't heard of Juno Download yet, you're missing out on one of the most important platforms in the scene.
But before I get carried away, let me explain exactly why this matters so much for your music career!
What Makes Juno Download Special?
Juno Download isn't your typical streaming platform. Think of it as the underground king of electronic music distribution. We're talking about one of the world's largest independent dance music stores that's been around since 2006, with over 5 million tracks in their catalogue.
Similar to Beatport, it is built specifically for electronic music lovers, DJs, and producers. When a DJ in Berlin needs that perfect tech house track for their 2am set, or a producer in Manchester is hunting for an obscure breakbeat gem, they're heading straight to Juno Download.
The platform offers music in all the formats that actually matter to electronic artists. High-quality MP3s, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, and ALAC files. No compromises on audio quality here, which is exactly what you need when your music might end up pumping through massive club sound systems.
Why Electronic Artists Should Care
Now, you might be thinking, "That's great, but I'm already on Spotify and Apple Music. Why do I need another platform?" Juno Download isn't competing with those streaming giants. It's serving a completely different (and incredibly valuable) market.
It's Where DJs Actually Shop
Let's be honest about how electronic music really works. Your success isn't just about casual listeners hitting play on their morning commute. It's about getting your tracks into the hands of DJs who'll play them in clubs, at festivals, and in their own sets.
Juno Download is where professional DJs go to actually buy music. Not stream it, not add it to a playlist – actually purchase it and add it to their permanent collections. When a DJ buys your track from Juno Download, they're making a commitment. They're saying, "This is good enough that I'm willing to spend my own money on it and add it in to my next set."
Quality Actually Matters
Electronic music demands high audio quality. When your track is being played through a festival sound system, every bit of quality counts. Juno Download specialises in providing the lossless formats that DJs and producers actually need – something streaming platforms often can't match.
You're Reaching Music Professionals
The audience on Juno Download isn't casual. These are people who live and breathe electronic music. We're talking about DJs who spend hours digging through releases to find their next big track, producers looking for inspiration, and electronic music enthusiasts who know the difference between a good track and a great one.
How This Benefits You as a Kinjari Member
Adding Juno Download to your distribution used to mean working with specialised distributors that charge extra fees or have complicated approval processes. Some distributors charge $10+ per month extra just for Beatport access, and getting onto Juno Download often required separate applications and additional costs.
But as a Kinjari member? You get access to Juno Download as part of your standard $3 monthly membership. No extra fees, no complicated applications, no additional hoops to jump through.
Professional Presentation
When your tracks appear on Juno Download, they sit alongside releases from major electronic music labels. Your independent release gets the same professional treatment as tracks from established imprints. That's powerful for building credibility in the electronic music scene.
Real Money Opportunities
While streaming payouts can be frustratingly small, digital downloads still provide meaningful revenue. When someone buys your track from Juno Download, you're earning significantly more than you would from hundreds of streams elsewhere. And with Kinjari's transparent 90% royalty split, you keep most of that revenue.
Chart Potential
Juno Download's chart system is closely watched by the electronic music industry. Getting into their genre-specific charts can open doors to booking agencies, labels, and collaboration opportunities. It's the kind of exposure that can genuinely move your career forward.
The Electronic Music Ecosystem
What I love about this opportunity for our artists is how it fits into the bigger picture of electronic music distribution. You're not just getting another platform to tick off your list – you're getting access to a crucial part of the electronic music ecosystem.
Electronic music has always been different from other genres. It's built on DJ culture, club culture, and a community of people who are genuinely passionate about the music. Platforms like Juno Download understand this culture in a way that general streaming services never could.
Success in electronic music often comes from building relationships within the community. When DJs start buying and playing your tracks from Juno Download, you're not just getting plays – you're building a network of supporters who believe in your music enough to invest in it.
What Happens Next?
If you're already a Kinjari member, there's nothing extra you need to do. Your future releases will automatically be eligible for Juno Download distribution as part of your standard membership, just tick the Juno Download box when uploading your next release. Any existing releases have already been sent to Juno.
This new addition represents something I'm genuinely excited about. It's not just about adding another platform to our list – it's about making sure electronic music artists have access to the tools and opportunities they need to build real, sustainable careers.
For just $3 a month, you're now getting access to the platforms that can genuinely make a difference to your electronic music career. Not because we think these platforms are "nice to have," but because we understand they're essential parts of the electronic music ecosystem.
Your music deserves to be heard by the people who'll truly appreciate it. With Juno Download now part of your Kinjari membership, that's exactly what's going to happen.
