How do I switch from another DistroKid distributor?
Table of Contents
- 1 How do I switch from another DistroKid distributor?
- 2 Can you change music distributors?
- 3 Which is better DistroKid or ditto?
- 4 Which is better DistroKid or United Masters?
- 5 How do you know you have a bad distributor?
- 6 Can I use two digital distributors?
- 7 How do I transfer music from DistroKid to Ditto?
- 8 How do I switch from my distributor to DistroKid?
- 9 Do I need a new UPC number when I change distributors?
- 10 How do I change the Order of my discography?
How do I switch from another DistroKid distributor?
I’m Switching from a Different Distribution Company to DistroKid. What’s the Process?
- Upload your releases to DistroKid.
- The next day, go to your old distributor and remove those releases.
Can you change music distributors?
In order to switch to TuneCore from another distributor, you will need to contact your current distributor and request that they take your content down from stores, and then you can re-upload and distribute it again through your TuneCore account.
Can I use different distributors?
You can use two different music distributors. However you can not distribute a single track or album with different music distributors. For instance you can have a distribute a track through a record label, but you won’t be able to distribute this track through for example an aggregate service.
Which is better DistroKid or ditto?
DistroKid is a better music distributor when compared to Ditto Music, due to DistroKid’s reputation, track-record, and customer service. Although Ditto is easily the better music distributor on paper, it is just too hard to recommend them due to their poor reputation in the music community.
Which is better DistroKid or United Masters?
Between DistroKid and UnitedMasters, DistroKid is better because their membership fees are less and they do not take a share of your royalty money. UnitedMasters does have a “free” option; however, they take 10\% of your streaming money and give you very limited features.
Can two artists upload the same song?
If you are two separate artists working together on a project or two, you need to list your artist name as the primary artist and list the second artist name on the release as a featured artist. This will ensure that the release is seen on both artist profiles in the music stores.
How do you know you have a bad distributor?
Your vehicle may make some very strange noises if the distributor rotor and cap are malfunctioning – specifically because the cylinders will try to fire but fail. You might hear a tapping, clicking, or sputtering sound when the distributor rotor and cap are failing.
Can I use two digital distributors?
You are able to use multiple distribution companies at once, but please make sure that your content is not being distributed to the same partner more than once.
Can I use both amuse and DistroKid?
So, the bottom line is that DistroKid provides much more value than Amuse (Free) and Amuse (Pro). In terms of quality of service, they both get the job done but DistroKid is MUCH faster….Amuse (Pro) vs DistroKid.
| Features | Amuse (Pro) | DistroKid (Musician Plus/Label) |
|---|---|---|
| Shazam | YES | Extra |
How do I transfer music from DistroKid to Ditto?
Log into the account you have with your current distributor and ask them to remove your music from stores. There is usually a ‘takedown request’ button you can click to make this happen. 3. Reupload your music to Ditto.
How do I switch from my distributor to DistroKid?
It’s easy to switch to DistroKid. Here’s how: Upload your releases to DistroKid. The next day, go to your old distributor and remove those releases. DistroKid is fast so there’s a chance that your albums appear in streaming s ervices twice, before your old distributor takes them down. This brief overlap is okay.
How do I take down a release from an old distributor?
If it is, you’re good to take down the release from your old distributor. Most distributors have a button to take down a release. Some require you to write in and request it.
Do I need a new UPC number when I change distributors?
Yes. If you’re distributing a new release – like a deluxe edition with additional tracks, you’ll need to use a new UPC number. Your new distributor will assign this for you. As long as the audio files, track length and titles of the individual tracks are the same, the play counts will link.
How do I change the Order of my discography?
Stores typically list your discography from newest to oldest. If you need to edit a release date to update the order of your discography, you can head to your album page, and click “Edit Release” to update the listed release date.