Label tools.
Artist price.
Everything DistroKid charges extra for — or doesn't offer at all — comes standard. Real product, built for artists and labels running six-figure catalogs.
Vee runs your catalog
A tool-aware agent that validates metadata, pushes releases to every DSP, and answers questions about your royalties in plain English.
See every dollar, across every platform
Real-time dashboards break down earnings by DSP, track, and territory. 0% commission — you keep what you earn.
Pay collaborators automatically
Configure splits once. Producers, co-writers, and features get paid direct — no spreadsheets, no chasing.
Pitch editorial on every major DSP
Submit releases for Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, and YouTube editorial — something most distributors don't offer.
FEATURE COMPARISON
See how Velveteen stacks up against DistroKid, feature by feature.
THE REAL COST
Solo artist, 4 singles per year, Musician Plus features
Velveteen Basic ($19/yr) undercuts DistroKid's base plan ($22.99/yr) and keeps 0% commission. Upgrade to Pro ($59.88/yr) for DSP pitching, smartlinks, and your music stays live if you cancel — still cheaper than DistroKid Musician Plus with add-ons.
WHAT ARTISTS SAY
“It's been an absolute pleasure working with the Velveteen team, complete night and day experience. Highly recommend for artists looking to take their music to the next level!”
“I built Velveteen because independent artists deserve label-level tools without the label deal. Every feature exists because I needed it myself.”
FAQ
Common questions about switching from DistroKid to Velveteen.
Does DistroKid remove my music if I cancel?
Yes. If you stop paying your annual DistroKid subscription, your music is taken down from all platforms. With Velveteen, your music stays live even if you cancel. Royalties earned during inactive months are held until you reactivate and settle the balance.
Is Velveteen cheaper than DistroKid?
Velveteen's Basic annual plan ($19/yr) undercuts DistroKid's base plan ($22.99/yr) while keeping 0% commission. Velveteen's Pro plan ($4.99/month) includes features that require DistroKid's Musician Plus ($35.99/year) or separate add-on purchases.
Can I switch from DistroKid to Velveteen?
Yes. You can keep your existing releases on DistroKid while starting new releases on Velveteen, or transfer everything over. Your ISRCs and UPCs transfer with you.
How is Velveteen's support compared to DistroKid?
DistroKid is widely criticized for slow or non-existent support responses. Velveteen offers a built-in ticket system with tracked response times, plus email support on all plans and dedicated support for Label subscribers.