Amuse is a Stockholm-based music distributor that started as a free, mobile-first service. It ended its free plan in March 2024, and in 2026 it offers three yearly plans for unlimited releases, starting at $23.99. All plans send your music to the same stores, and you keep your earnings after currency conversion and service fees. Amuse also offers royalty advances.
At a glance
| What it is | Music distributor with yearly plans |
| Artist | $23.99 a year |
| Artist Plus | $39.99 a year |
| Artist Pro | From $59.99 a year |
| Free plan | Ended in March 2024 |
| Extras | Royalty advances, daily insights, fast release option |
How it works
You sign up through the Amuse app or website, choose a plan and upload your releases. Amuse sends them to streaming services and stores. Every plan includes unlimited releases to the same store list and a fast release option.
What it costs
Amuse’s plans cost $23.99, $39.99 and from $59.99 a year, all billed yearly. Higher plans add more artist profiles and free collaborator splits. Amuse also sells music video distribution as an add-on.
What you earn
You keep your royalties from streams and downloads, after currency conversion and service fees. Amuse also offers royalty advances, where you receive money upfront against future earnings.
Royalty advances
Advances can help fund a release or campaign, but you repay them from future royalties. Read the terms carefully and compare them with what you expect your music to earn.
Getting started
Choose the plan that matches how many artist names you manage and whether you work with collaborators. Upload finished, mastered music with clean metadata.
Common mistakes
Some artists still expect the old free plan. Others take an advance without understanding the repayment terms. A third mistake is paying for a higher plan when the entry plan covers their needs.
The mobile app
Amuse started as a mobile app and still lets you upload and manage releases from your phone. That suits artists who make and release music on the go.
Collaborator splits
On Artist Plus and Artist Pro, Amuse handles collaborator splits for free, sending each person their share automatically. That avoids the most common arguments between collaborators.
Keeping track
Amuse’s daily streaming insights show how each release is doing. Use them to see which songs to promote and when listeners are most active.
Is it worth it?
For artists who want simple, low-cost distribution, yes. Compare the entry plan with DistroKid and TuneCore before deciding.
Before you upload
Check your audio, artwork and credits, and make sure collaborators agree on splits before release.
Getting heard
Distribution only gets your music into stores. Pitch releases to playlist editors, share pre-save links and keep posting about your music for weeks after release.
Choosing a plan
Start on the Artist plan if you release music under one name. Move up only when you need more profiles or free collaborator splits.
Leaving Amuse
If you switch distributors later, plan the move so your releases don’t drop off streaming services in between, and keep the same ISRC codes to preserve play counts.
Owen’s take
Amuse is a reasonable low-cost distributor, with its entry plan a dollar under DistroKid’s. The free plan that made it famous is gone, so compare features rather than choosing it on price alone.
Who it suits
It suits independent artists who want simple, unlimited distribution with a mobile app. It suits less well artists who need advanced label tools or publishing.
Similar options
- DistroKid offers unlimited uploads from $24.99 a year.
- TuneCore includes publishing options.
- CD Baby charges once per release.
- Bandcamp lets you sell directly to fans.
More options are in Music & Audio.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Low entry price
- Unlimited releases on every plan
- Royalty advances available
Cons
- Free plan ended
- Yearly billing only
- Fewer features than some rivals
FAQ
Is Amuse still free?
No, it ended its free plan in March 2024.
How much does Amuse cost?
From $23.99 a year.
Do I keep my royalties with Amuse?
Yes, after currency conversion and service fees.
Does Amuse offer monthly plans?
No, plans are billed yearly.
What are Amuse royalty advances?
Upfront payments repaid from future royalties.
