Over the last 30 years, music distribution has shifted from physical to digital to algorithmic. From vinyl records to Spotify playlists, from retail shelves to real-time royalties. The industry is transforming fast—and artists, labels, and distributors need tech partners that move just as quickly.
At InterSpace Distribution, we’re not just keeping up, we’re building the infrastructure for what comes next in music.
Once upon a time, releasing music meant:
- Pressing physical records
- Securing retail shelf space
- Navigating industry gatekeepers
That era gave way to iTunes era downloads, and now, a fully streaming-first world dominated by platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Boomplay, Audiomack, Deezer, and Amazon Music.
But while access increased, challenges multiplied: metadata management, delayed royalties, fragmented analytics, and rising DSP compliance rules.
Platforms like TuneCore and DistroKid helped simplify self-service distribution. Companies like InterSpace Distribution, Revelator, SonoSuite, and AudioSalad developed APIs and white-label platforms for aggregators and rights holders.
But the African music ecosystem has its own realities:
- Multi-artist, cross-territory releases
- Local payment barriers
- Metadata inconsistencies
- Fraud risk on regional platforms
- Limited label tech infrastructure
That’s why we built InterSpace Distribution a tech-powered, artist-and-label-focused platform combining distribution, royalties, catalog management, and automated workflows in one seamless dashboard.
InterSpace empowers:
- 🎤 Independent artists with intuitive self-service tools
- 🏷️ Labels with multi-user dashboards & advanced royalty management
- 🌍 Distributors with direct-to-DSP integrations and API flexibility
Just like how Revelator Pro powers B2B distributors with white-label tech, or Vydia offers rights management to content owners, InterSpace gives African creators global tools with local understanding.
🔍 Key Platform Features You Need in 2025:
| Feature | InterSpace | TuneCore | DistroKid | UnitedMasters | Revelator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty Split Automation | ✅ Built-in | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (Pro) | ✅ Yes |
| Multi-Artist Accounts | ✅ Yes | ✅ (Plus Plan) | ✅ | ✅ (Select Plan) | ✅ |
| Custom Label Dashboards | ✅ Yes | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Fraud & Metadata Compliance | ✅ Yes | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Africa-Friendly Payments (Naira, Payoneer, Wire) | ✅ Yes | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Release Timeline, Ticketing & Metadata Tools | ✅ Native | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Branding Flexibility | ✅ Theme-based | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ White-label |
The Distribution Landscape is Crowded. But Most Are Fragmented.
Let’s break it down:
Artist Distributors (DIY Platforms)
- TuneCore, DistroKid, CD Baby, Amuse, Ditto, TooLost
- Pros: Easy to use, low entry barrier, good for solo artists
- Cons: Limited control, no dashboard customization, basic royalty tools
Label-Focused Tech Platforms
- Revelator, FUGA, Vydia, SonoSuite, AudioSalad, LabelCamp
- Pros: Advanced tools, white-label options, API access
- Cons: High entry requirements, not optimized for developing markets
Hybrid Models
- UnitedMasters, AWAL, Venice Music
- Pros: Distribution + artist services + sync + data
- Cons: Gatekeeping, invite-only or equity/royalty-based deals
Why InterSpace Is Different
We don’t just copy what’s out there. We build what Africa needs:
Custom Distribution Pipelines
Built to handle both Afrobeat and Alté catalogs, and fine-tuned for local release cycles and emerging genres.
Royalties That Just Work
Multi-currency payouts via PayPal, Payoneer, Naira bank transfers, and soon, blockchain-based streaming audits.
Metadata Guardrails
Real-time metadata error detection, reducing rejection risks and maximizing playlist visibility.
Label & Distributor Tools
Split dashboards, multi-artist support, release calendars, support ticketing, and onboarding automation—just like what the majors use.
Education & Intelligence
We don’t just distribute your music—we teach you how to build a business around it. Through tools, insights, and community support.
Whether You’re a Label, Artist, or Aggregator—InterSpace Fits.
Need to upload, pitch, and track your next release?
→ Use our artist dashboard with release timeline tracking and smart links.
Running a label with 20 artists?
→ Use our Label Plus plan to manage multiple rosters, automate royalty splits, and generate financial statements.
Building a local distribution service?
→ Use our white-label stack to run your own distribution business powered by InterSpace infrastructure.
The global shift is undeniable.
- Universal owns FUGA, InGrooves, and Virgin Music.
- Sony owns The Orchard and AWAL.
- Believe owns TuneCore.
- Big tech is consolidating.
But InterSpace is pushing in the other direction.
We believe:
Independence should mean more control, not more complexity.
Distribution should be a launchpad, not a limitation.
Music-tech should be built for creators, not just corporations.
InterSpace isn’t just a distributor.
It’s an operating system for music businesses across Africa and beyond.
We’re helping artists release better, labels move faster, and the entire ecosystem evolve.
Ready to take control of your music supply chain?
Join the next generation of artists, labels, and distributors building the future with InterSpace.
