PHDistroKid has not shut down, but the platform is actively removing thousands of independent artist releases and taking down songs from streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. [You do not have permission to view the full content of this post.
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Why This Is Happening
Why This Is Happening
- Universal Music Group (UMG) Lawsuit: UMG filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against DistroKid over allegedly fraudulent streams, AI-generated "slop," and unvetted music.
- Preemptive Takedowns: In response to legal pressure and strict new industry guidelines from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), DistroKid has begun aggressively purging content and freezing or graying out catalogs.
- False Positives: Many independent musicians with legitimate streams and catalogs have been caught in the crossfire and had their music deleted without direct explanation or warning