Music distribution for independent artists

Distribution plus release rollout support, built for indie artists.

Get your music delivered to major stores with $0/year distribution, an 85% artist royalty split, and optional paid rollout services when you want a real team around the release.

$0/year distribution access
85% artist royalty split
150+ store delivery
Human release review
Why SRS

Distribution is the start. The rollout is where artists feel the difference.

The May 2026 competitive read is clear: distribution access is crowded, while hands-on release support is becoming the premium lane. Signal Room Society makes that lane visible from the first page.

Built for the part most distributors leave out

Getting a song into stores is only one piece of a release. Signal Room Society pairs distribution setup with metadata checks, release readiness, private review rooms, order tracking, and optional paid services for mastering, artwork, video, marketing, and rollout support. Most self-serve distributors stop at delivery. We treat distribution as the starting point, not the finish line. Independent artists deserve a team that stays engaged through the entire release cycle — from first draft to store delivery to post-release analytics.

A clear model before you upload

The distribution lane is $0/year and uses an 85% artist royalty split. Paid services are optional, so artists can choose hands-on help only when they need deeper creative, marketing, rights, or admin support. There are no hidden annual fees, no forced subscription tiers, and no surprises on your first royalty statement. You keep ownership of your masters. The relationship is built on service quality, not on locking you into a contract before you know whether the platform is right for you.

A release workspace, not just an upload portal

Artists can track orders, review files in the Session Room, keep delivered files in one library, and use readiness checks before the release goes out. The client dashboard shows where every order stands — from intake to delivery — so you are never guessing what is happening with your project. Release notes, invoice history, and delivered assets all live in the same place, organized by release rather than scattered across email threads and file-sharing links.

Who this is best for

Signal Room Society is designed for independent artists, small labels, and producer-led teams who want more than a self-serve upload form. If you are managing multiple releases per year, working with collaborators who need transparent split tracking, or building a catalog that requires consistent metadata quality and professional release prep, SRS gives you the infrastructure to do that without hiring a full label team. Artists who release once a year with straightforward needs can still use SRS — the $0/year distribution lane has no minimum release volume.

The Booth: service savings for artists who release often

The Booth is the paid membership lane for artists who plan multiple releases and want consistent access to discounted services and priority turnaround. Booth members save 20% on eligible fixed-price services in the catalog — mastering, artwork, video production, marketing, pitch preparation, and more. The membership is designed to pay for itself after two or three service orders. It is month-to-month with no long-term commitment, and it does not change how your distribution split works.

Frequently asked

Clear before the first upload.

Is Signal Room Society a music distributor?

Yes. SRS provides $0/year distribution with an 85% artist royalty split. Paid services are optional. Distribution goes to Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, and 150+ other stores.

What does the artist keep?

The current distribution model is $0/year with an 85% artist royalty split. Artists keep full ownership of their masters and publishing rights. SRS does not claim any ownership stake in your music — the relationship is a service relationship, not a label deal.

Who is this best for?

Independent artists who want more than a self-serve upload form: cleaner metadata, release planning, review tools, and a team available for service work. It is also a good fit for small labels and producer-led teams managing multiple artists or catalog projects.

Can I use SRS without buying any paid services?

Yes. The distribution lane is $0/year with an 85% artist royalty split. Paid services are optional and available when you want professional help — they are never required.

How long does distribution take?

After submission and review, releases typically reach major stores within 3–7 business days depending on the store's processing time. SRS performs a release readiness check before submitting, which can catch metadata issues that would otherwise delay or reject a release at the distributor level.