About:
A subsidiary of @slikouronlife, SOLDistro is a global music distribution company based in Johannesburg currently dedicated to supporting independent artists and labels. We help creatives monetize their music across all major streaming platforms, while providing the tools, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive independently. Our mission is to empower artists to unlock their full potential and build sustainable careers on their own terms.
Services:
Music distribution
Studio services (Music Production, Recording, Mixing & Mastering)
Audio post production
Radio and TV production
Music Clearances
Voice Over Recording
Value Proposition:
Our core value proposition lies in empowering artists through tailored consultation and A&R services to grow their musical brand and influence. We also provide brands with creative music solutions, including synchronization, voice-over recording, audio post-production, and music licensing.
Note for FAQ: A lot of artists still think distribution and publishing is the same thing.
Music Distributor
Main Role: Gets your recorded music (songs, albums) onto streaming platforms and digital stores (like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc.).
Works with: Recordings (master rights).
Services: Digital distribution, royalty collection from streams/downloads, sometimes marketing support.
Used by: Independent artists, labels.
Income Source: Master recording royalties (from streaming, downloads, etc.).
Think of a distributor as your delivery service — getting your music to listeners.
Music Publisher
Main Role: Manages your songwriting/composition rights and helps you earn money when your music is used in various ways.
Works with: Compositions (publishing rights).
Services: Collects royalties (performance, mechanical, sync), copyrights songs, pitches music for film/TV/ads (sync), and protects your intellectual property.
Used by: Songwriters, composers, producers.
Income Source: Publishing royalties (from radio play, live performances, covers, sync placements, etc.).
Think of a publisher as your business manager for your songwriting.
Quick Analogy:
If you wrote and recorded a song:
The distributor gets the recording onto Spotify.
The publisher gets you paid when that song plays on radio, is covered by someone else, or used in a film.