DistroKid An Artist’s Terms of Service Analysis
Update: 2025-07-28
Description
The source examines the terms of service for the music distribution platform DistroKid, offering a critical analysis from a legal perspective. It highlights key clauses within the distribution agreement, such as DistroKid's non-exclusive rights to distribute music and their sole discretion regarding refunds or deductions from artists' earnings. The analysis also points out concerning aspects, like the unclear definitions of "fraud" or "inappropriate conduct" which could lead to forfeiture of royalties, and the limitation on artists' ability to audit financial records. Ultimately, the video aims to educate artists on what they are agreeing to when using such platforms, contrasting DistroKid's terms with those of other distributors like TuneCore.
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