12 days ago
Self-distribution lets musicians release music directly to digital platforms without a label. Here are the main pros and cons:
Pros
Full control over your music, release dates, and pricing.
Keep most of the revenue instead of splitting with a label.
Direct connection with fans through platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Bandcamp.
Flexibility to experiment with styles, singles, or albums without external pressure.
Access to data and ******* ytics to understand your audience.
Low entry cost with digital distributors like DistroKid, TuneCore, or CD Baby.
Cons
You handle marketing, promotion, and networking yourself.
No upfront funding from a label for recording, videos, or tours.
Harder to get playlist placements and media coverage without industry connections.
Time-consuming to manage both music creation and business tasks.
Income can be unpredictable and low without strong promotion
Pros
Full control over your music, release dates, and pricing.
Keep most of the revenue instead of splitting with a label.
Direct connection with fans through platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Bandcamp.
Flexibility to experiment with styles, singles, or albums without external pressure.
Access to data and ******* ytics to understand your audience.
Low entry cost with digital distributors like DistroKid, TuneCore, or CD Baby.
Cons
You handle marketing, promotion, and networking yourself.
No upfront funding from a label for recording, videos, or tours.
Harder to get playlist placements and media coverage without industry connections.
Time-consuming to manage both music creation and business tasks.
Income can be unpredictable and low without strong promotion
