Record Union review
A release-based distributor with useful promotion tools and tiered store coverage.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Record Union is a web-based music distribution platform for independent artists, bands, and labels. It brings uploads for recordings, artwork, metadata, and artist information into one dashboard, then distributes releases across music services such as Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and others. Its feature set is aimed at creators who want release-date control, performance reporting, artist access, promotional links, and royalty administration alongside distribution.
The pricing structure is organized around annual plans that vary by distribution tier and track count. Top Dog plans cover 1–2, 3–5, 6–12, or 13–99 tracks and distribute to seven popular streaming and download services. World Domination uses the same four track-count bands but distributes to 20+ global music services. There is no free plan, and the release quantities are capped by the selected band. The published plan structure suits artists who prefer paying according to release volume, while labels or catalogs with changing quantities will need to choose each tier carefully. Purchases are generally non-refundable.
Record Union’s strongest differentiator is the combination of distribution and release promotion tools. Users can select release dates, access monthly sales reports and daily streaming data, create electronic press kits, generate Linkfire smart links, and use Spotify for Artists access. Royalty splitting and recoups support collaborative releases, while YouTube Content ID and faster delivery are available as upgrades. The platform also offers an optional royalty upgrade to 92.5%. Record Union is a strong fit for independent artists and small labels that value release planning, audience links, and reporting in one service. Artists seeking a free option, uncapped releases, or included YouTube Content ID should consider alternatives.
Record Union pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Release-date selection with monthly sales reports and daily streaming data
- Smart links, electronic press kits, and Spotify for Artists access
- Royalty splitting, recoups, and an optional 92.5% royalty upgrade
- Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Release quantities are capped by the selected track-count plan
- YouTube Content ID requires an upgrade
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