EmuBands
Glasgow distributor that sells single releases for a flat fee or unlimited distribution on a monthly Premium plan
Quick Overview
| Company | EmuBands Ltd |
|---|---|
| Category | Music Distribution Services |
| Headquarters | Glasgow, United Kingdom |
| Founded | 2005 |
| EU Presence | Yes - United Kingdom (UK) |
| Data Location | Not stated on pages checked |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | No |
| Main Features | Pay per release, Premium unlimited distribution, daily royalty payouts, custom release dates, Content ID features, playlist pitching, no takedown fees |
| Pricing | Single £15, bundle of 2 to 20 tracks £30, Premium £7.50 per month billed annually; support packages £0 to £90 per year |
| Best For | Artists who want to pick between single-release fees and a subscription |
| Replaces | DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby |
Detailed Review
EmuBands offers two routes side by side: pay a one-time fee for a single or a bundle of up to 20 tracks, or take the Premium subscription for unlimited releases. The prices are listed in pounds, euros and dollars.
The terms identify EmuBands as a trading name of EmuBands Ltd, registered in Scotland under number SC290161, with its office in Glasgow.
Release fees and support packages
A single costs £15 and a bundle of 2 to 20 tracks £30, and a release paid this way stays on stores permanently. A separate support package adds features: Basic is free, Plus costs £30 per year, Pro £60 and Premium £90.
Features such as chart registration, compilations and custom price tiers arrive from Plus, and hi-res audio, live chat and royalty payment splitting from Pro.
Payout rules
Royalties can be requested at any time with no minimum threshold, and daily royalty payouts are listed across all four packages. The site also states there are no takedown fees and that you keep 100% of royalties.
Premium users who cancel can choose to switch releases to a forever release by paying a one-time fee.
Control over where music goes
You can pick your own stores, set custom release dates and request instant Spotify verification on every package. Top packages add playlist pitching, video call support and a personal account manager.
The company states it was formed in 2005, which gives it a long record compared with the newer subscription services.
Limitations to Consider
The advanced features sit in the paid support tiers, so a Basic account lacks chart registration and compilations. Premium is a subscription, and cancelling means paying again to keep releases live. The company is in the UK, which counts as European for this directory but is outside the EU, so UK data law applies. See Horus Music for another UK option.
Who Should Use EmuBands
Artists and labels who want to mix single-release purchases with an optional unlimited plan and who value quick, threshold-free payouts.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Per-release fees from £15
- Premium for unlimited distribution
- No minimum payout threshold
- Daily payouts and no takedown fees
- Prices in GBP, EUR and USD
Cons
- Advanced features need a paid package
- Premium lapse requires a fee to keep releases live
- UK entity, outside the EU
- No store count stated on the pricing page
Alternatives to EmuBands
Other European music distribution services worth comparing before you decide:
RecordJet
Switzerland · Lucerne distributor with one-time or yearly per-release fees
Record Union
Sweden · Stockholm distributor with team workspaces and royalty recoups
Amuse
Sweden · Stockholm subscription distributor with 120+ stores and royalty advances
iMusician
Switzerland · Zurich distributor with 200+ platforms and a mastering tool
See all European music distribution services or compare them directly against DistroKid on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The terms name EmuBands Ltd, registered in Scotland under company number SC290161, with a Glasgow office.
The pricing page lists £15 (€17.50) for a one-track release paid once.
The homepage says royalties can be requested at any time with no minimum threshold.