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OMD vs DistroKid: Which Music Distributor Deserves Your Music in 2025?

DistroKid has long been the go-to for fast and affordable distribution. It’s quick, simple, and widely recognized. But fast and affordable does not always mean strategic — and that is where Oneofakind Music Distribution steps in.
If you are an artist looking to grow your audience, build real momentum, and get your music in front of the right people, the differences between OMD and DistroKid become too important to ignore.
Let’s break it down.

QUICK COMPARISON: OMD vs DISTROKID

Feature
OMD
DistroKid
Annual Distribution Fee
£19.99 for individuals
$22.99–$89.99 depending on plan
Royalty-Based Marketing
✅ Yes
❌ No
Playlist Pitching
✅ Human-led
❌ No
Customer Support
Personal and artist-focused
Basic ticketing system
Ideal For
Artists ready to grow strategically
DIY upload-and-go users

Distribution Alone Is Not Enough Anymore

DistroKid is fast. Upload today, go live tomorrow. That works well for many. But it often leaves artists stranded — live on streaming platforms but invisible in the industry.

OMD was designed for what comes next. We are not just a distributor. We are a partner. We work with artists based on potential, and we build royalty based campaigns that focus on discovery, storytelling, and reach.

We don’t just upload music. We move it.

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Marketing Support: The Real Difference

DistroKid’s main pitch is simple. One price. Unlimited uploads. That’s it. But when the track is live, you’re on your own. There is no hands-on support. No campaign direction. No community.

OMD does things differently. For artists on our partner and label tiers, we pitch to editors, offer strategy support, tap influencers, and run ad campaigns that drive visibility. And we do it without upfront charges. Our success is tied to yours. That’s what makes it work.

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Who Is Each Platform Best For?

Go with DistroKid if

You want quick delivery, no-frills uploading, and plan to run everything else on your own.

Go with OMD if

You want to be seen, heard, and supported. You want your music to reach beyond algorithms. You want partners who pitch, promote, and believe in your voice.

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Final Verdict

DistroKid gets your music online.

OMD gets your music discovered.

In 2025, visibility is everything. Going live is not enough. Without strategy, support, and growth, songs fade into the noise. OMD helps you rise above it. We don’t just distribute. We
deliver outcomes.

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Ready to Get Started?

Here’s how to join Oneofakind Music Distribution

  • Create an Account

    Sign up takes less than two minutes.

  • Select Your Plan

    We offer options for every kind of artist, from newcomers to partners with catalogues.

  • Create Your OMD Release

    Upload your audio, art, and info — we'll walk you through every step.

  • That's it

    Your release goes live and we get to work growing your audience.

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