Question 1

Is Project AV/L better than DistroKid?

Accepted Answer

Project AV/L offers premium features that DistroKid doesn't provide, including dedicated artist management, copyright protection services, sample clearance, and a 90% royalty share. While DistroKid focuses on volume, AV/L focuses on quality and artist development.

Question 2

How does Project AV/L compare to TuneCore?

Accepted Answer

Unlike TuneCore's per-release pricing model, Project AV/L's Elite tier is free for accepted artists and includes premium features like marketing automation, AI-powered tools, and white-glove artist management that TuneCore charges extra for.

Question 3

What royalty percentage does Project AV/L offer?

Accepted Answer

Project AV/L offers 90% royalty share to artists on the Elite tier, which is higher than many competitors including TuneCore and CD Baby. Artists keep the majority of what they earn with transparent monthly payouts.

Question 4

Why is Project AV/L application-only?

Accepted Answer

Project AV/L is selective to ensure quality and provide dedicated support to each artist. This allows us to offer premium services like personal artist management and copyright protection that wouldn't be possible at scale.

Question 5

What platforms does Project AV/L distribute to?

Accepted Answer

Project AV/L distributes to all major streaming platforms and digital stores worldwide including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Tidal, Deezer, Pandora, and more.

Question 6

Is Project AV/L free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Project AV/L's Elite tier is completely free for accepted artists. There are no subscription fees, per-release fees, or hidden costs. We take a 10% commission on royalties, meaning artists keep 90% of their earnings.

Question 7

How long does it take to get music on Spotify with Project AV/L?

Accepted Answer

Once accepted and your release is submitted, music typically appears on Spotify and other major platforms within 2-5 business days. We recommend submitting releases at least 2 weeks before your desired release date to ensure proper playlist pitching and pre-save setup.

Question 8

Will my music stay live if I leave Project AV/L?

Accepted Answer

Unlike subscription-based distributors, your music stays live even if you decide to leave. We believe artists should own their careers. You can also transfer your catalog to another distributor using your existing ISRC codes.

Music Distribution Blog

Music Distribution Problems in 2026: Why Artists Are Leaving Major Distributors

Stay Updated