Music Distribution
Reimagined
Stop renting your legacy. Own 85% of your master rights, distribute to 150+ platforms, and earn up to 10x more per stream on Artyfile Stream—all for a single payment of €59.90.
Beyond Streaming: Why Artists Are Switching
Traditional distribution is broken. You upload, they profit. Here’s what the industry doesn’t tell you—and how Artyfile changes the equation.
⚠ Algorithmic Obscurity
Upload to Spotify via aggregators, get zero streams. You become a ghost in the machine—one of 100,000 new tracks per day, fighting for algorithmic favor that never comes.
✓ Curated Marketplace Exposure
Artyfile distributes to streaming platforms AND a premium sync marketplace. Plus, your music is featured on Artyfile Stream—where every play pays 10x more.
⚠ Financial Stagnation
1,000 Spotify streams earn approximately €3–4. For 99% of artists, it’s mathematically impossible to sustain a career on streaming alone.
✓ High-Yield Revenue Streams
Artyfile Stream pays €0.03–€0.20 per stream. A single sync license (€96.90) equals roughly 25,000 Spotify streams. Real income, not pocket change.
⚠ No Ownership, No Liquidity
Traditional distribution offers no mechanism to sell equity. You’re asset-rich (songs) but cash-poor—unable to convert your catalog into capital.
✓ Fractional Ownership via NFTs
Sell any percentage of your master rights to investors or fans. Convert static music files into liquid financial assets on the Ethereum blockchain.
⚠ Subscription Anxiety
Annual fees to DistroKid or TuneCore mean you’re renting your own legacy. Stop paying? Your music vanishes from platforms.
✓ One-Time Payment Model
Pay €59.90 once for minting and worldwide distribution. No recurring rent. Your digital footprint is permanent.
How Artyfile Distribution Works
Three steps from submission to global release. No gatekeepers. No hidden fees. Complete transparency.
Submit Your Track
Send your original song (MP3 for review), artist bio, and contact details. Our A&R team evaluates quality and originality. Active online presence required.
NFT Minting
Upon acceptance, submit your studio-quality WAV, metadata, and artwork. We mint 100 Music NFTs on Ethereum—you receive 85 instantly in your wallet.
Global Release
Your music goes live on 150+ streaming platforms, Artyfile Stream (with 10x payouts), and our sync licensing marketplace. Quarterly transparent payouts.
Artyfile Stream: 10x Higher Payouts
Distribute with Artyfile and your music automatically enters Artyfile Stream—our Hi-Fi streaming app where artists earn what they deserve. Not €0.003 per stream. Up to €0.20.
Our Patronage system allocates each subscriber’s full €12 artist pool to the tracks they actually listen to. Fewer plays doesn’t mean less money—it means more per stream.
- Uncompressed WAV streaming (Hi-Fi quality)
- €0.03 minimum guaranteed per stream (10x Spotify)
- Patronage payouts up to €0.20 per stream
- “Listen-to-Own” NFT marketplace integration
- Curated collections, not algorithmic playlists
Per-Stream Payout Comparison
Stream Fair. Music Matters.
Join a World-Class Catalog
Your music sits alongside recordings from Abbey Road Studios and performances by the London Symphony Orchestra. Artyfile isn’t volume-driven distribution—it’s quality curation.
Every track in our catalog is hand-selected for superior production value. When filmmakers and advertising agencies browse Artyfile, they find music worthy of cinema—not bedroom MIDI.
- Recorded at legendary studios worldwide
- Real orchestras, real instruments, real musicians
- Premium positioning for sync opportunities
- Featured on Artyfile Stream with 10x payouts
Compare Music Distribution Services
See how Artyfile’s ownership-first model compares to traditional aggregators.
| Feature | Artyfile | DistroKid | TuneCore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | €59.90 One-Time | $22.99/year Subscription | $29.99/year per Album |
| Revenue Retention | 85% | 100% (but you pay yearly) | 100% (with annual fees) |
| True Ownership (NFT) | Yes – Blockchain Verified | No | No |
| Proprietary Hi-Fi Streaming | Artyfile Stream (10x Payouts) | No | No |
| Per-Stream Payout | €0.03–€0.20 (Artyfile Stream) | ~€0.003 (Spotify Average) | ~€0.003 (Spotify Average) |
| Sell Shares to Investors | Yes – Any % of Your 85 | Not Possible | Not Possible |
| Integrated Sync Marketplace | Yes – Film, TV, Ads | Third-Party Only | Third-Party Only |
| Quality Curation | A&R Review Required | Anyone Can Upload | Anyone Can Upload |
| Music Stops if You Stop Paying? | No – Permanent | Yes | Yes |
Estimate Your Distribution Revenue
See what your music could earn through Artyfile Stream, external streaming, and sync licensing.
Disclaimer: Non-binding estimation. Actual revenues depend on platform, territory, and buyer demand.
The Ethereum Advantage
Traditional distribution operates as a black box. Royalty statements arrive late, are often inaccurate, and “black box” royalties disappear into corporate bureaucracy. Artists are left guessing.
Artyfile mints every ownership stake on Ethereum—the world’s most trusted public blockchain. Your master rights are cryptographically secured and publicly verifiable. No intermediaries. No opacity.
- Immutable proof of ownership
- Real-time, verifiable transaction history
- Smart contract enforcement of revenue splits
- Trade or transfer shares on OpenSea and Rarible
Why Serious Artists Choose Artyfile
No Subscription Tax
Pay once, distribute forever. Unlike aggregators that charge annually, Artyfile’s €59.90 fee is a single investment—not a perpetual rent on your own music.
True Ownership
Receive 85 Music NFTs representing your master rights. Sell shares to fans, investors, or bandmates. Create liquidity from your catalog without selling out completely.
Artyfile Stream Access
Your music automatically enters our Hi-Fi streaming platform with 10x–66x higher per-stream payouts. The Patronage system rewards quality over quantity.
Sync-First Strategy
Your music enters a curated marketplace where filmmakers and agencies actively license. One sync placement can equal years of streaming revenue.
Premium Positioning
Quality curation means your work sits alongside Abbey Road recordings and London Symphony Orchestra performances—not buried in algorithmic noise.
Global Reach
Distribute to 150+ platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, YouTube Music, Deezer, TikTok, Instagram—plus exclusive Artyfile Stream access.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Artyfile music distribution cost?
Artyfile charges a one-time fee of €59.90 per track for minting and worldwide distribution. There are no recurring subscriptions, no hidden fees, and no advance recoupments. You retain 85% of all net revenues from streaming, sync licensing, and Artyfile Stream.
What percentage of royalties do artists keep?
Artists retain 85% of all net revenues. This is represented through 100 Music NFTs per track—you receive 85 NFTs (85% ownership) and Artyfile holds 15 NFTs for distribution infrastructure. Unlike subscription models, your share never decreases.
How much does Artyfile Stream pay per stream?
Artyfile Stream guarantees a minimum of €0.03 per stream—10x higher than Spotify’s average of €0.003. Through our unique Patronage system, payouts can reach up to €0.20 per stream. When a subscriber listens to fewer tracks, their full €12 monthly artist pool is distributed across their actual listening, dramatically increasing per-stream value.
What is the Artyfile Stream Patronage system?
The Patronage system allocates each subscriber’s full €12 artist pool to the tracks they actually listen to. Heavy listeners (400 streams/month) receive the €0.03 minimum per stream. Connoisseur listeners (60 streams/month) generate €0.20 per stream. Your music earns based on genuine engagement, not algorithmic manipulation.
How do Music NFTs work in Artyfile distribution?
Each distributed track is tokenized into 100 Music NFTs on the Ethereum blockchain. These NFTs represent ownership stakes in your master rights. You can hold all 85 of your shares, or sell any portion to fans, investors, or collaborators. All transactions are transparent and publicly verifiable on-chain via OpenSea or Rarible.
Which streaming platforms does Artyfile distribute to?
Artyfile distributes to over 150 leading platforms worldwide, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Deezer, TikTok, Instagram, Tidal, and Pandora. Your music also enters Artyfile Stream (our proprietary Hi-Fi app with 10x payouts) and our premium sync licensing marketplace.
Can I sell shares of my music to investors or fans?
Yes. With Artyfile’s NFT-based ownership model, you can sell any portion of your 85 NFT shares. This creates immediate liquidity from your catalog and allows supporters to earn alongside you from streaming, Artyfile Stream, and sync revenues. Transfers are logged on the Ethereum blockchain for complete provenance.
Is Artyfile distribution better than DistroKid or TuneCore?
Artyfile offers unique advantages traditional aggregators cannot match: true ownership via blockchain-verified NFTs, an integrated sync licensing marketplace, 85% revenue share with no recurring fees, exclusive access to Artyfile Stream with 10x–66x higher payouts, and quality curation alongside Abbey Road and London Symphony Orchestra recordings.
What happens if I stop paying? Will my music be removed?
Unlike subscription-based distributors, Artyfile uses a one-time payment model. Your €59.90 covers permanent distribution. There are no annual renewals required to keep your music live. Your catalog remains on all platforms—including Artyfile Stream—indefinitely.
How do I get accepted into Artyfile distribution?
Artyfile maintains quality curation through an A&R review process. Submit your original song (MP3 for initial review), artist biography, and contact information. We evaluate quality and originality. An active online presence (website, Instagram) is required. Upon acceptance, submit your studio-quality WAV for minting.
How can listeners access Artyfile Stream?
Artyfile Stream is available as a mobile app on iOS (App Store). Listeners subscribe at €19.90/month via the Artyfile website, then log in to the app for uncompressed WAV Hi-Fi streaming. The “Listen-to-Own” feature allows fans to purchase NFT shares directly from the player.
Ready to Own Your Legacy?
Join artists worldwide who have discovered that distribution can be an investment—not just an expense. Submit your track today and unlock Artyfile Stream, sync licensing, and NFT ownership.
Questions? You an artist/label and want to distribute more music?
Read our FAQ or contact our team.