Facebook has launched a new program that will help independent artists promote their music across several apps. Partnering with DistroKid and TuneCore, the Facebook Independent Artist Program will allow independent artists to have their artists featured on Instagram Reels, Facebook Stories and much more. Best of all, this will reportedly come at no cost to the independent artist.
“Facebook is proud to make it easier for independent artists and creators to reach new audiences on our platform and build community through music,” Chris Papaleo of Facebook said.
The program officially launched on Facebook this month. Artists who upload their music to DistroKid and TuneCore will have their music featured and they will be eligible royalties as well.
“[Indepdent artists are] no longer solely dependent on industry executives and DJs handpicking hits,” Andreea Gleeson of Tunecore said.
“[This] is a huge benefit to indie artists everywhere and we’re excited to be partnering with Facebook on this program,” Distrokid CEO Philip Kaplan added.
New! ?? DistroKid is a preferred partner for
Facebook’s new "Independent Artist Program," which makes it easy for undistributed artists to make their music available on Stories, IG Reels and more–for free. More info: https://t.co/irhGpF2NE4 ? pic.twitter.com/kopL2TV4Mg— DistroKid (@DistroKid) June 16, 2021
