Other Record Labels How to Switch Digital Distributors
Switching digital distributors can feel terrifying — what if you lose your Spotify streams, your playlists, or your hard-earned momentum? In this episode, I walk you through exactly how I safely transferred one of my own tracks (with over 200,000 streams and dozens of playlist placements) from CD Baby to LANDR… without losing a single play.
I’ll share the simple 4-step process to move your release to a new distributor while keeping your existing ISRCs, metadata, and playlists intact. It’s easier than you think — and yes, I tested it myself so you don’t have to.
🎧 In this episode:
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Why artists and labels might switch digital distributors
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What actually happens to your stream counts and playlists when you do
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The exact step-by-step transfer process (CD Baby → LANDR)
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How to know it worked (and when to delete your old release)
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Common mistakes to avoid during the switch
🔗 Resources & Links:
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Watch the video walkthrough + download the checklist: otherrecordlabels.com/transfer
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Get 20% off LANDR: landr.com/otherrecordlabels
If you’ve been thinking about switching distributors but you’re scared of losing your stats, this episode will show you how to do it confidently — and keep your streams safe.