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DistroKid is a service for musicians that puts their music into online stores so that people can buy it

San Francisco, United StatesFounded 2013Consumer Services
Valuation $1–2.5B Latest valuation · 2021
Revenue $50–100M Latest reported FY
Headcount 1–2k Current team size
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About DistroKid

DistroKid operates as a digital music distribution platform that simplifies the process for musicians to get their music onto major streaming services such as Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, TikTok, and Google Play. The company serves independent artists, bands, and music producers who seek to distribute their music globally without the complexities and costs associated with traditional music distribution channels. DistroKid's business model is subscription-based, allowing users to upload an unlimited number of songs for a fixed annual fee. This model contrasts with traditional distributors that often charge per release or take a percentage of the earnings. By keeping 100% of their earnings, artists can maximize their revenue from streaming platforms. The company operates in the global digital music market, which has seen significant growth due to the increasing popularity of streaming services. DistroKid's value proposition includes faster distribution times, ease of use, and affordability, making it an attractive option for independent musicians looking to reach a wider audience. Revenue is generated primarily through subscription fees, with additional income from optional services such as YouTube monetization, store maximizer, and Shazam & iPhone Siri integration. Keywords: digital distribution, independent artists, streaming services, unlimited uploads, subscription model, music revenue, global reach, fast distribution, affordable, user-friendly.

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At a glance

Founded
2013
Headquarters
San Francisco, United States
Sector
Consumer Services
Power Law
Unicorn$1–10B valuation tierThoroughbred$100M+ revenue

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Investors

3 investors on the cap table

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Series B and later3 investors entered at this stage

Employees mapped 1,988 incl. 7 AI specialists
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
52 countries with
team presence
🇺🇸 United States60.9%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom4.4%
🇳🇬 Nigeria3.6%
🇨🇦 Canada3.2%
🇿🇦 South Africa3%
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Web traffic by country
10M monthly visits
across markets
🇺🇸 United States39.8%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom5.8%
🇨🇦 Canada3.4%
🇩🇪 Germany3.3%
🇫🇷 France3.2%
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