DistroKid
PrivateLast Round
Buyout/LBO
Jul 6, 2026
Est. Valuation
$2B
Momentum
Top 1%
of companies Caplight tracks
Company Overview
DistroKid operates in Media, Entertainment & Gaming and is based in New York City, New York. Its latest recorded funding round was a Private Equity round in August 2021.
DistroKid is a music technology company that provides a SaaS-based platform for musicians, managers, and record labels to publish unlimited albums and songs across various stores and streaming services.
Sector
Media, Entertainment & Gaming
Verticals
Music Streaming, Creator Economy, Streaming Platforms, Subscription Commerce
Business Model
B2C
Customer Profile
Subscription SaaS, Revenue Share, Usage-Based SaaS
AI Layer
Application
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DistroKid Comparables
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DistroKid Funding Rounds
Historical fundraising activity
| Round | Date | Amount Raised | Valuation | Investors | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buyout/LBO | Jul 6, 2026 | ||||
| Private Equity | Aug 16, 2021 | ||||
| Strategic | Oct 9, 2018 |
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Key People
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DistroKid Investors
Notable investors and investment history
| Investor | Rounds |
|---|---|
| CVC Capital Partners | Buyout/LBO |
| Silversmith Capital Partners | Private Equity, Strategic |
| Insight Partners | Buyout/LBO, Private Equity |
Market signals
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- Nov 11, 2026
Launched DistroKid Publishing in partnership with Kobalt.
- Nov 11, 2026
DistroKid Publishing launched in partnership with Kobalt.
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Recent news
Latest coverage and updates
- launchesNov 12, 2026
DistroKid launches its Kobalt-powered publishing administration service on Nov 12th '26, giving eligible independent songwriters another way to collect publishing royalties with an 80% royalty share.
- partners_withNov 11, 2026
DistroKid partners with Kobalt Music on a publishing administration service for independent songwriters on Nov 12th '26.
- has_issues_withOct 12, 2026
DistroKid faces potential statutory damages of up to $150,000 per infringed work as the copyright infringement lawsuit remains pending.
- has_issues_withSep 28, 2026
UMG accuses DistroKid of violating its rights in at least 1,000 recordings, including songs by Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Drake, and The Beatles, through alleged unlicensed samples, overlaid vocals, and remixed or speed-altered versions.
- has_issues_withSep 16, 2026
In September 2026, UMG sues DistroKid over alleged illegal, deceptive, and unlawful practices, accusing it of flooding streaming services with AI-generated music and committing massive, blatant copyright infringement.
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DistroKid Filings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about DistroKid's valuation, stock price, and market status.
Is DistroKid a public or private company?
DistroKid is a private company.
What is the current stock price of DistroKid?
DistroKid is a private company, so its shares have no public market price. Caplight tracks DistroKid's secondary market activity and provides MarketPrice™ estimates of its share price to Caplight users.
How much is DistroKid worth (valuation)?
DistroKid's valuation is estimated at $2.0B based on funding round data.
Can I buy DistroKid stock?
DistroKid shares may be available on secondary markets subject to transfer restrictions. Caplight facilitates secondary market transactions for accredited investors.
When was DistroKid's last funding round?
DistroKid's most recent funding round was Buyout/LBO on July 6, 2026.
Who are the main investors in DistroKid?
Key investors in DistroKid include CVC Capital Partners, Silversmith Capital Partners, Insight Partners.
Will DistroKid IPO soon?
No public IPO plans have been announced for DistroKid.
How can I track DistroKid secondary market activity?
Caplight tracks bids, offers, and trades in DistroKid's shares on secondary markets.