makewaves.fm

3.3
3.3 Based on 13 reviews

The music distribution and promotion platform for independent artists releasing good music. Release and promote your music on all the major platforms such as Spotify, Apple, YouTube, TikTok, TIDAL and many more. Make use of all our pro features (for free...

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DP32
Poor service with hidden fees

The service is disappointing. They impose a fee that you must pay if you don't meet the quota of 2,000 streams. For an artist with only a handful of monthly listeners, this target is unattainable. This was not clearly communicated during the sign-up or upload process. It's utterly absurd. While I have funds, many others do not, and they will struggle with this fee. I won't be using this service again and cannot recommend it. I regret not heeding the warnings from others about their negative experiences. I will ensure to share my experience with fellow artists to help them avoid similar issues. Goodbye.

1
Date of experience: Jan 15, 2026
Bridger
Avoid this distributor; they impose unexpected fees.

Extremely disappointing service. They impose a fee if you don't achieve a minimum of 2,000 streams, which is nearly impossible for artists with limited listeners. This condition wasn't clearly communicated during the sign-up or uploading process. It's outrageous. For those without financial means, this is a significant burden. Although I can afford it, many cannot, and they will still be charged. I won't use this service again and do not recommend it. I wish I had heeded the warnings about negative experiences with this distributor. I will definitely share my experience with other artists to help them avoid similar issues.

1
Date of experience: Jan 15, 2026
Fantastic platform for music distribution

An excellent platform for distributing music with exceptional support!

5
Date of experience: Dec 16, 2025
Garrett Taylor
Efficient service with quick releases!

I switched from another distributor after a recommendation and have been very pleased! I submitted an album today, and within an hour, it was live on 14 platforms, prompting me to write this review! Thank you for being such a great platform; I will continue using it.

5
Date of experience: Nov 21, 2025
WABINGO24
Simple process for song distribution

Distributing songs is straightforward. The approval time is very quick, and they distribute to major platforms efficiently.

5
Date of experience: Nov 15, 2025
AM24
The easiest platform I've worked with!

This is the simplest platform I've encountered. Excellent support from real people!

5
Date of experience: Oct 07, 2025
Impressive service for distribution!

This service has proven to be quite reliable for music distribution! Although it caters to a specific niche, my experience has been nothing short of excellent. I was searching for a platform that allows my songs to remain accessible while keeping costs low, and they've exceeded my expectations! Initially, I was doubtful as it seemed too good to be true, but I decided to wait and see if I would receive my royalties. The distribution is swift, and unlike other services that charge more for quicker distribution, this one is entirely free. Furthermore, the customer service is outstanding—quick responses from real people, not automated messages. They do take a fee from the first 2,000 streams per release each year, but once you meet that quota, you keep 95% of the earnings and 100% of the royalties! A little tip: it's better to release albums instead of singles since singles can be risky for hitting quotas. If you don't meet the quota, the fee is minimal, and you have a whole year to achieve it! This service is very consumer-friendly, and I'm excited about what lies ahead for this platform! (If things change, I’ll be sure to update my review.) Also, I’m skeptical about some of the one-star reviews; they seem like bots or users who don’t know how to navigate the service properly.

5
Date of experience: Sep 12, 2025
Nolan Long
Fraudulent practices. Avoid this service!

After a bad experience with another distributor, we tried several options simultaneously, and this service ended up mirroring that negative experience. They deleted our account and kept approximately $1,200 without any explanation or proof. We were aware of the risks given their poor reviews, but we hoped they might be different. Unfortunately, they are not; they seem to exploit artists and their royalties. They operate under the assumption that their Terms of Service supersede the law, but they will soon face consequences for their actions. Our advice is to steer clear of distributors without a label or contract, as many follow similar unethical practices if your music gains traction.

1
Date of experience: Sep 01, 2025
Giselle
Unreliable business. No royalty payments.

They fail to pay royalties. Once they delete your account, they cease all communication. If you expect royalties after a few months, know that you will receive nothing, and they will keep the funds. This is essentially fraud, and they should be held accountable. We will never use a distribution company from this region again. Update: Their claims about account deletions lack credibility. This behavior is indicative of scammers, and I hope others recognize this before using their services. Deleting accounts with significant balances is fraudulent, regardless of their claims.

1
Date of experience: Aug 10, 2025
Armand
Dishonest company

This company is dishonest and should not be used. They will not provide any royalties.

1
Date of experience: Jun 07, 2025

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  • The music distribution and promotion platform for independent artists releasing good music.

    Release and promote your music on all the major platforms such as Spotify, Apple, YouTube, TikTok, TIDAL and many more. Make use of all our pro features (for free!), our knowledge base and seamless payouts. The Make Waves support team is always on standby to answer your questions.

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