Empower Your Music Distribution Business
Elevate your brand with BDM’s White Label Service. Expand effortlessly, leveraging our comprehensive infrastructure and expertise.
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Choose BDM – Where Music and Innovation Meet
Working with BDM provides access to expertise, customization, scalability, branding, flexibility, and a collaborative partnership approach, which can help you grow your business and achieve your goals
- Seamless Integration
- Tailored Solutions
- Expert Support
- User-Friendly Platform
- Global Reach
- Cost-Effective
Seamless Third-Party Integrations
Expand your reach and capabilities with BDM Network. Our platform is integrated with a variety of leading third-party services, ensuring you have all the tools you need for successful music distribution. From streaming platforms to analytics tools, we've got you covered.
Spotify For Artists
Enhance your journey with Spotify for Artists. Gain insights into listener trends, manage your artist profile, and make data-driven decisions. See how our integration facilitates a deeper connection with your Spotify audience.
Apple Music For Artists
Empower your music on Apple Music for Artists. Access detailed analytics, personalize your artist page, and understand your audience’s preferences. Our platform streamlines your experience, making it easier to engage with fans and track your success on Apple Music.
Amazon Music For Artists
Unlock the full potential of Amazon Music for Artists. Dive into in-depth analytics, tailor your artist profile, and connect with fans like never before. Discover how our integration empowers you to maximize your presence on one of the fastest-growing music platforms.
Deezer Backstage
Transform your Deezer experience with Deezer Backstage. Gain valuable insights with detailed streaming data, customize your artist profile, and connect with your audience on a deeper level. Leverage our integration to navigate and thrive in Deezer’s unique music ecosystem.
YouTube For Artists
Maximize your presence on YouTube with YouTube for Artists. Get access to comprehensive analytics, manage your content effectively, and engage with your fanbase directly. Our integration helps you harness the full power of YouTube to showcase your music and grow your audience.
Effortless Setup, Rapid Results
Experience the simplicity of launching your music distribution service with BDM. Our streamlined process ensures you're up and running in no time, with minimal hassle and maximum efficiency. Discover how BDM makes it easy to expand your business and reach a global audience, all with just a few simple steps
Tailor our services to fit your goals
Quick link-up, flawless brand alignment
Personalize for your brand’s identity.
Go live and watch your business grow.
Meet our platform
Discover the power and elegance of BDM's distribution dashboard. Designed for efficiency and loaded with features, our platform simplifies your music distribution process, giving you control and insight like never before. From real-time analytics to effortless content management, everything you need is at your fingertips.
Complete Music Distribution Suite
Empower your distribution business with BDM's all-in-one platform. Meticulously designed to handle all aspects of digital music distribution, our robust suite simplifies your workflow, consolidates your tools, and delivers unparalleled control over your entire catalog. With BDM, you're equipped to publish, manage, and analyze your music efficiently, all from one centralized hub
Master Your Metrics
Unlock the full potential of data with BDM's advanced analytics dashboard. Dive into the details with our robust filtering options, allowing you to dissect and analyze metrics by individual client, specific label, or even down to each release name. Visualize your success through interactive charts and graphs that display streaming numbers, geographic distribution, and revenue trends. Our comprehensive analytics tools are designed to help you make strategic decisions based on real-time data, optimize your releases, and maximize profitability for every track in your portfolio
Real-Time Support with Live Chat
Enhance your support capabilities with BDM's innovative live chat feature. This powerful tool serves a dual purpose - it connects you directly with our expert team for any assistance you need, and it also enables you to offer real-time support to your own clients. Whether it's a query about platform features, distribution strategies, or technical support, our live chat ensures you and your clients have access to immediate, professional help. This two-way communication channel is designed to streamline your operations, enhance client relationships, and ensure a smooth music distribution experience for everyone involved
Streamlined Collaboration with Real-Time Task Manager
Optimize your workflow with BDM's Real-Time Task Manager, a dynamic tool designed for seamless collaboration and organization. This feature allows our BDM team to assign tasks directly to distributors, enabling clear communication and efficient task management. Distributors can also utilize this tool to delegate tasks to their clients or manage their team's to-do list, ensuring everyone is aligned and up-to-date. Whether it’s updating catalogs, managing releases, or coordinating marketing efforts, the Real-Time Task Manager keeps your operations smooth and synchronized. Experience the power of enhanced visibility and control, as every member of your team stays informed and focused on their responsibilities
Effortless Payout Management & Invoicing
Streamline your financial operations with BDM's intuitive payout management system. Designed to simplify the process, our platform not only facilitates smooth payout requests from artists and labels but also automatically generates invoices for each transaction. This feature is a game-changer for tax and VAT management, ensuring you maintain accurate financial records with minimal effort. Every payout request is accompanied by a detailed invoice, providing clear and compliant financial documentation. Whether you're dealing with a handful of artists or managing a large label, our system adapts to your needs, ensuring every financial interaction is transparent, efficient, and hassle-free
Efficient Catalog Management
Manage your music with unmatched ease using BDM's comprehensive catalog management system. Our platform is designed to streamline the process of organizing, updating, and overseeing your entire music collection. Whether it's uploading new tracks, curating albums, or updating artist profiles, our intuitive interface ensures that every aspect of your catalog is just a few clicks away. Tailored for both small-scale distributors and large labels, our system simplifies complex catalog operations, allowing you to focus on what matters most - your music
Account and Contract Creation
Simplify your business operations with BDM's streamlined account and contract creation tools. Our platform empowers you to set up new accounts swiftly and generate contracts efficiently, providing a solid foundation for all your business relationships. With customizable contract templates and easy-to-manage account settings, you can ensure that every partnership is formalized and aligned with your business needs. This feature is essential for maintaining clear, legally sound relationships with artists and labels, ensuring compliance and transparency in every transaction
Powerfull API
Discover the power and elegance of BDM's white label platfrom. Designed for efficiency and loaded with features, our platform simplifies your music distribution process, giving you control and insight like never before. From real-time analytics to effortless content management, everything you need is at your fingertips.
Work with the tools
you love
"Unlock endless possibilities with BDM's API integration. Our powerful API allows you to seamlessly integrate your distribution processes into your existing systems, saving time and streamlining operations. Whether you're a tech-savvy distributor or looking to automate your music distribution, our API empowers you to connect, manage, and distribute your music effortlessly
- {
“endpoint”: “https://api.bdmusic.com/clients”,
“authentication”: “bdm-network”,
“method”: “GET”,
“description”: “Retrieve client data and earnings information.”,
“example_request”: {
“method”: “GET”,
“url”: “https://api.bdmusic.com/clients”,
“headers”: {
“Authorization”: “bdm-network”
},
“body”: {}
},
“example_response”: {
“status”: 200,
“data”: [
{
“client_id”: 123,
“client_name”: “MusicDistro Inc.”,
“earnings”: 12500.75
},
{
“client_id”: 124,
“client_name”: “SoundWave Records”,
“earnings”: 9800.25
}
]
}
}
- {
“endpoint”: “https://api.bdmusic.com/upload”,
“authentication”: “bdm-network”,
“method”: “POST”,
“description”: “Upload a new song to your catalog.”,
“example_request”: {
“method”: “POST”,
“url”: “https://api.bdmusic.com/upload”,
“headers”: {
“Authorization”: “bdm-network”
},
“body”: {
“song_name”: “New Hit Single”,
“artist_name”: “Singer Songwriter”,
“album_name”: “Fresh Vibes”,
“genre”: “Pop”,
“release_date”: “2023-04-15”,
“duration”: “3:45”
}
},
“example_response”: {
“status”: 201,
“message”: “Song successfully uploaded.”
}
}
- {
“endpoint”: “https://api.bdmusic.com/delivery”,
“authentication”: “bdm-network”,
“method”: “POST”,
“description”: “Deliver song data”,
“example_request”: {
“method”: “POST”,
“url”: “https://api.bdmusic.com/delivery”,
“headers”: {
“Authorization”: “bdm-network”
},
“body”: {
“song_id”: 12345,
“platforms”: [“Spotify”, “Apple Music”, “Amazon Music”],
“release_date”: “2023-04-15”,
“isrc”: “US1234567890”,
“upc”: “012345678901”,
“territories”: [“US”, “CA”, “UK”],
“contract”: “BDM Network”
}
},
“example_response”: {
“status”: 200,
“message”: “Song data successfully sent”
}
}
- {
“endpoint”: “https://api.bdmusic.com/update”,
“authentication”: “bdm-network”,
“method”: “PUT”,
“description”: “Update song metadata with ease.”,
“example_request”: {
“method”: “PUT”,
“url”: “https://api.bdmusic.com/update”,
“headers”: {
“Authorization”: “bdm-network”
},
“body”: {
“song_id”: 12345,
“title”: “Updated Song Title”,
“artist”: “Revised Artist Name”,
“genre”: “Pop/Rock”,
“release_date”: “2023-04-15”,
“duration”: “4:10”
}
},
“example_response”: {
“status”: 200,
“message”: “Song metadata successfully updated.”
}
}
Pricing
Startup
- Up to 2000 Releases ✓
- 5 Staff Account ✓
- 200 User Accounts ✓
- Direct Contracts with DSPs x
- 15% Contract Fee ✓
- Set Minimum Pay-out ✓
- Subscription Plans for End Users x
- Pay-Per-Release Option x
- Mix and Match Plans x
- Basic Branding ✓
- Full Branding Including x Emails
- 72-Hours Delivery ✓
- 48-Hours Delivery x
- 24-Hours Delivery x
- Bulk Import/Export Functionality x
- Artificial Streams Reports x
- Live Support Chat ✓
- Dedicated Account Manager x
Basic
- Up to 5000 Releases ✓
- 10 Staff Account ✓
- 500 User Accounts ✓
- Direct Contracts with DSPs x
- 15% Contract Fee ✓
- Set Minimum Pay-out ✓
- Subscription Plans for End Users x
- Pay-Per-Release Option x
- Mix and Match Plans x
- Basic Branding ✓
- Full Branding Including x Emails
- 72-Hours Delivery ✓
- 48-Hours Delivery x
- 24-Hours Delivery x
- Bulk Import/Export Functionality x
- Artificial Streams Reports x
- Live Support Chat ✓
- Dedicated Account Manager x
Growth
- Up to 8000 Releases ✓
- 15 Staff Accounts ✓
- Unlimited User Accounts ✓
- Your or Our Contract with DSPs ✓
- Set Minimum Pay-out ✓
- Subscription Plans for End Users ✓
- Pay-Per-Release Option ✓
- Mix and Match Plans x
- Basic Branding ✓
- Full Branding Including ✓ Emails
- 72-Hours Delivery x
- 48-Hours Delivery ✓
- 24-Hours Delivery x
- Customize Your Deals ✓
- Bulk Import/Export Functionality ✓
- Artificial Streams Reports ✓
- Live Support Chat ✓
- Dedicated Account Manager x
Premium
- Up to 10 000 Releases ✓
- Unlimited Staff Accounts ✓
- Unlimited User Accounts ✓
- Your or Our Contract with DSPs ✓
- Set Minimum Pay-out ✓
- Subscription Plans for End Users ✓
- Pay-Per-Release Option ✓
- Mix and Match Plans x
- Basic Branding ✓
- Full Branding Including ✓ Emails
- 72-Hours Delivery x
- 48-Hours Delivery x
- 24-Hours Delivery ✓
- Customize Your Deals ✓
- Bulk Import/Export Functionality ✓
- Artificial Streams Reports ✓
- Live Support Chat ✓
- Dedicated Account Manager ✓
Enterprise
- Unlimited Releases ✓
- Unlimited Staff Accounts ✓
- Unlimited User Accounts ✓
- Your or Our Contract with DSPs ✓
- Set Minimum Pay-out ✓
- Subscription Plans for End Users ✓
- Pay-Per-Release Option ✓
- Mix and Match Plans ✓
- Basic Branding ✓
- Full Branding Including ✓ Emails
- 72-Hours Delivery x
- 48-Hours Delivery x
- 24-Hours Delivery ✓
- Customize Your Deals ✓
- Bulk Import/Export Functionality ✓
- Artificial Streams Reports ✓
- Live Support Chat ✓
- Dedicated Account Manager ✓
Compare the features
Features | Startup | Basic | Growth | Premium | Enterprise |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Releases | Up to 2000 | Up to 5000 | Up to 8000 | Up to 10,000 | Unlimited |
Staff Accounts | 5 | 10 | 15 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
User Accounts | 200 | 500 | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Direct Contracts with DSPs | x | x | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Contract Fee | 15% | 15% | 15% | 0% | 15% | 0% | 15% | 0% |
Set Minimum Pay-out | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Subscription Plans for End Users | x | x | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Pay-Per-Release Option | x | x | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Mix and Match Plans | x | x | x | x | ✓ |
Basic Branding | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Full Branding Including Emails | x | x | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Delivery | 72-Hours | 72-Hours | 48-Hours | 24-Hours | 24-Hours |
Customize Your Deals | x | x | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Bulk Import/Export Functionality | x | x | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Artificial Streams Reports | x | x | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Live Support Chat | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Dedicated Account Manager | x | x | x | ✓ | ✓ |
Frequently Asked Questions
White label music distribution refers to a service provided by a music distribution company that allows other businesses or individuals to rebrand and sell their music distribution services as their own, under their own company name or brand. The company providing the white label service handles all of the behind-the-scenes work.
White label music distribution has several advantages:
- Branding Flexibility: White label music distribution allows you to distribute music under your own brand name and customize the look and feel of your platform.
- Cost-effective: White label solutions are often more cost-effective than creating your own music distribution platform from scratch, as you don’t need to invest in development, hosting, and maintenance.
- Easy Implementation: Implementing a white label music distribution solution is often quicker and easier than building your own platform from scratch.
- Access to a Wider Range of Features: White label music distribution providers typically offer a range of features such as automatic metadata tagging, royalties calculation, and reporting, which you can take advantage of.
- Technical Support: White label music distribution providers usually offer technical support to help you with any issues you may encounter.
- Access to a Global Network: Many white label music distribution providers have established partnerships with music stores, streaming platforms, and other outlets, allowing you to distribute your music to a wider audience.
There can be several reasons to work with BDM Network for your music distribution needs:
- Experience: BDM Network has extensive experience in the music industry and understands the ins and outs of music distribution.
- Global Reach: BDM Network’s global reach can help distribute your music to a large audience worldwide.
- Tailored Services: BDM Network offers tailored services to meet each artist’s specific needs and can help maximize your music’s exposure and revenue potential.
- Access to Partners: BDM Network has established partnerships with leading music platforms, providing access to the most prominent streaming and distribution channels.
- Support: BDM Network provides ongoing support to help you navigate the complex music industry and make the most of your music distribution.
- Royalty Collection: BDM Network has an effective royalty collection system in place to ensure that you get paid for the use of your music.
Overall, working with BDM Network can help simplify the music distribution process, maximize your reach and revenue potential, and provide peace of mind knowing that your brand is in good hands.
Certainly, you have complete control over your distribution service, your brand identity, and your clients.
As a music distributor, you will be responsible for selecting the artists and music you distribute. You will oversee the process of opening accounts for your clients, conduct quality control to ensure all releases meet the DSPs guidelines and be responsible for paying out your clients using the method of your choice. But don’t worry our team is always available to answer any questions and provide assistance with any tasks.
Access to multiple admin accounts is included in your monthly plan. However, the number of accounts may be limited based on the type of plan you have selected. If you require additional admin accounts, you may want to consider upgrading to our Enterprise plan.
If you choose our Basic plan, we charge 10% fee. This fee covers all the necessary costs, leaving you with most of your earnings. However, if upgrade to Premium or Enterprise plans, we do not take cut of your earnings.
If managing every aspect of music distribution seems overwhelming, BDM Network is here to simplify the process for you. Our service is designed for flexibility, allowing you to focus on what you do best, whether that’s marketing or another aspect of your business. We can take care of client management, quality checks, and artist payouts, reducing your operational workload. You maintain control over your client relationships, while we support the behind-the-scenes work for a manageable monthly fee. This way, you can concentrate on growing your business without getting bogged down in day-to-day operational details.
Working with BDM Network can open up opportunities for a Merlin deal. Because our platform allows you to run a full-fledged music distribution service with ease, providing you with the experience and resources to meet the requirements set by Merlin.
Merlin Network is an organization that focuses on digital music licensing and represents independent music labels and distributors worldwide. It was founded in 2008 and has grown into a significant player in the digital music industry, with over 20,000 members in over 60 countries.
Merlin offers various services to its members, including negotiating with digital music platforms to ensure proper licensing and fair compensation for independent music. Additionally, members have access to data and insights that can help them make informed business decisions. The organization also advocates for independent music’s interests in the broader music industry, promoting fairness and respect.
Merlin has played a crucial role in creating a fair and competitive digital music landscape for independent music. It helps to ensure that independent labels and distributors have the same opportunities and resources as significant labels, regardless of genre or artist status. The network’s diverse membership includes independent labels and distributors across all music genres, ranging from up-and-coming artists to established industry veterans.
Working with Merlin Network offers several benefits to independent music labels and distributors. Here are some of the key advantages:
Access to digital music services: Merlin negotiates deals with digital music services on behalf of its members, giving independent labels and distributors access to major streaming platforms and other distribution channels.
Fair compensation: Merlin works to ensure that independent music is appropriately licensed and that members receive fair compensation. This helps to level the playing field for independent labels and distributors in the music industry.
Data and insights: Merlin provides members with access to data and insights that can help them make informed business decisions, such as information on music consumption patterns and emerging trends.
Advocacy: Merlin advocates for the interests of independent music in the broader music industry, promoting fairness and respect for independent labels and distributors.
Support and community: Merlin provides a supportive community for independent labels and distributors, helping members connect with other industry professionals and share knowledge and resources.
Overall, working with Merlin Network can help independent labels and distributors gain access to digital music services, receive fair compensation, access valuable data and insights, and become part of a supportive and knowledgeable community.
Yes, we can deliver releases to your contracts if you are a Merlin member, and the best thing is that You will still have the option to use our platform, or if you prefer building your platform, our APIs can help you with that.
Yes, the setup fee for starting and customizing the platform to your brand is 153.75€, a one-time payment.
Let's Strategize Your Business
Schedule a discovery call to see how our powerful platform can transform your distribution services. We'll show you how our comprehensive white-label solutions are designed to streamline your operations and scale your business. Let's explore the possibilities together and chart a course for your revolutionary growth in the music industry.
Our Roadmap
We're developing a feature that will allow end users to effortlessly import their releases directly from Spotify. This new functionality will simplify the process of preparing metadata, making it easier to transfer their releases to a new distributor
We’re developing a new feature that will enable distributors to use a drag-and-drop builder to easily create and brand emails sent to their end users
We're developing a new integration that will help distributors scan and identify whether a release is AI-generated. Since we do not distribute AI-generated content, this feature will streamline the quality control process, ensuring compliance and making the review process more efficient
We’re developing a feature to ensure that creating Vevo channels and delivering Vevo music videos is super simple and effective. This will make it easier for distributors and end users to seamlessly enter the Vevo ecosystem
We're developing a new feature that will allow distributors without their own website to easily create a simple landing page for their business directly from our platform