TuneCore partners with PreSonus for direct distribution

The partnership enables music creators to distribute their music directly from within PreSonus Studio One audio workstation to digital stores and streaming platforms around the world. This makes it possible for independent artists to release their music, find their audiences and build sustainable careers.

According to TuneCore CEO Andreea Gleeson, the new development forms part of an ongoing mission to “make artists’ lives easier.”

Through the new collaboration, PreSonus Studio One users will be able to set up a TuneCore artist account, verify the metadata for their recordings, and send their music to digital stores and streaming platforms, all from within Studio One. 

As a promotional offering supporting the new partnership, Studio One+ subscribers joining TuneCore will receive an exclusive code for 50% off for Rising, Breakout and Professional plans for their first year after signup. Existing TuneCore artists will receive an exclusive code for 25% off of their first year of Studio One+ Hybrid.

“We are excited to partner with PreSonus to streamline the distribution process for Studio One users, allowing them to send their music to stores and streaming platforms as soon as they finish recording in their digital audio workstations,’ Gleeson said. “By eliminating artists’ need to reupload their music on a different platform from where it was created, we are enabling them to spend less time on administrative tasks and more time making music.”

PreSonus Software general manager Arnd Kaiser added: “We’re delighted to partner with TuneCore on adding digital distribution to the Studio One production and mastering workflow. Working closely with the fantastic team at TuneCore, we were able to drastically enhance the user experience by simplifying the distribution process for self-releasing artists, songwriters, producers and small labels who want to stay independent. By combining distribution via TuneCore with the integrated mastering tools in Studio One, we are empowering our users to focus on what truly matters most: creating music.”

Meanwhile, in January, TuneCore published its inaugural report highlighting exposure and growth achieved by self-releasing artists enrolled in the TuneCore Accelerator programme which resulted in significant stream increases for participants. With over 8 000 independent artists involved and a focus on expanding resources, TuneCore aims to further develop its role as a comprehensive artist development platform.