Feiyr

What Feiyr does

Feiyr, operating under the legal entity Dance All Day Musicvertriebs GmbH, is a German digital content distribution platform headquartered in Seeon-Seebruck, Bavaria. Founded in 2005 as an international digital distributor, the company enables independent artists, authors, and publishers to distribute music, eBooks, audiobooks, and printed books to over 300 download and streaming portals globally, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, TikTok, YouTube, Audible, Beatport, and Kobo. The self-serve platform serves international creators across six languages (German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, and Russian) and targets the long-tail independent creator segment that lacks traditional label or publisher representation. The company is co-managed by Christian Nowak and Bárbara Schuhböck as Managing Directors.

Name

Feiyr

Legal name

Dance All Day Musicvertriebs GmbH

Website

https://feiyr.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Feiyr is a German digital distribution platform enabling independent artists, authors, and publishers to distribute music, eBooks, audiobooks, and printed books to 300+ global platforms and online stores via a self-serve portal operating on an 80/20 revenue share model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Content Distribution

NAICS

Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (516210), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (5162)

akta.pro primary industry

Self-Publishing Distribution Aggregators (Wide E-book/Audiobook/Print) (MPAJAJAC)

Keywords

• Music distribution platform
• Ebook self-publishing
• Audiobook distribution
• Independent artist services
• Digital content aggregation

Headquarters

HQ city

Stuttgart

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Revenue Share (80/20 Split): FEIYR retains 20% of net proceeds from third-portal sales/distributions while content creators receive 80%. Net proceeds are defined as amounts actually received from third-portals minus any deductions for false billing or artificial streaming
2. Account Activation Fee: One-time fee for account activation (minimum 12.00 EUR credit required). Manual account reset with new user data costs 50 EUR. A 9.90 EUR activation fee is mentioned for first publication
3. Service Fees: Fees for file upload and placement, additional options for listing and display, YouTube Partner Channel integration (36-month term), and Label promotion on platforms like Beatport. Processing fee of 29.99 EUR per affected bundle and 199.99 EUR per affected compilation for takedowns

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Feiyr operates a self-service digital distribution platform that lets independent artists, authors, and publishers upload music, eBooks, audiobooks, and printed books once and have them delivered to more than 300 global streaming and download portals, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, TikTok, Audible, and Beatport. Creators keep 80% of net revenue, pay a small one-time activation fee, and can add promotional services such as radio promotion, YouTube monetization, Beatport promotion, AI mastering, and FEIYR Link-it! smart links.

Product overview

Feiyr is an international digital content distribution platform and self-service portal operated by Dance All Day Musicvertriebs GmbH. The platform enables independent artists, authors, and publishers to distribute and promote music, eBooks, audiobooks, and printed books across major global platforms without requiring a traditional label or publisher. The core offering consists of Musikvertrieb (music distribution), eBook-Vertrieb (eBook distribution), and Hörbuchvertrieb (audiobook distribution), each supported by corresponding promotional tools. Additional products include Buchvertrieb (physical book distribution via partner Nova MD), CD Vertrieb (physical CD distribution), Radio Promotion, YouTube Promotion, Beatport Promotion, and FEIYR Link-it! (link management). The AI Mastering service provides automated audio enhancement. The platform operates on a revenue-share model where creators retain 80% of net earnings. The service is available in multiple languages including German, English, French, Spanish, and Italian.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Musikvertrieb (Music Distribution) Digital music distribution service that delivers artists' audio masters to 300+ streaming and download platforms worldwide for individual musicians, bands, and labels.
• eBook-Vertrieb (eBook Distribution) Digital distribution service that delivers self-published authors' eBooks to global reading platforms, retailers, and library systems.
• Hörbuchvertrieb (Audiobook Distribution) Digital distribution service that delivers audiobook and radio play content to global audiobook streaming and download platforms for authors and publishers.
• Buchvertrieb (Physical Book Distribution via Nova MD) Physical print book distribution service operated in partnership with Nova MD to deliver printed books to bookstores and online retailers.
• CD Vertrieb (CD Distribution) Physical CD distribution service that brings artists' music on compact discs to retail outlets.
• AI Mastering AI-powered audio mastering service that automatically enhances the sound quality of uploaded music tracks for independent artists.
• FEIYR Link-it! Smart-link generator tool for music promotion that lets artists route fans to their preferred streaming platforms from a single destination URL.
• Radio Promotion Radio promotion and airplay service that helps independent artists secure broadcast exposure on radio stations.
• YouTube Promotion (YouTube Partner Channel & Content ID) YouTube monetization service that enables artists to earn revenue from their music videos via YouTube Content ID and a 36-month Partner Channel agreement, including Audio-Swap recording capabilities.
• Beatport Promotion Specialized promotion service for electronic dance music on Beatport, including exclusive label listings on 24-month terms to help artists sell and market their tracks.
• eBook Selfpublisher Self-publishing platform for authors to independently publish and distribute eBooks without traditional publishers, including file creation tools.
• eBook Promotion Marketing and promotion tools designed for eBooks to help authors reach readers and boost visibility across eBook platforms.
• Hörbuch Promotion (Audiobook Promotion) Promotion tools for audiobooks that help authors and publishers increase visibility and reach more listeners across audiobook platforms.

Quantifiable outcome

• Access to 300+ digital stores and streaming platforms worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SpotifycoreTechnology or IntegrationMusic streaming platform partner. FEIYR distributes music to Spotify for global streaming and playlist discovery.
• Apple MusiccoreTechnology or IntegrationApple's music streaming service. FEIYR enables artists to publish music on Apple Music worldwide.
• Amazon (Music, Prime Music, Kindle)coreTechnology or IntegrationAmazon ecosystem partner covering Amazon Music streaming, Prime Music, and Kindle eBook distribution.
• TikTokcoreTechnology or IntegrationShort-form video platform for music discovery. FEIYR distributes music to TikTok for viral promotion.
• YouTubecoreTechnology or IntegrationYouTube integration including Content ID monetization and Partner Channel services for 36-month terms.
• BeatportcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectronic music platform. FEIYR offers exclusive label listing promotion for Beatport with 24-month terms.
• AudiblecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmazon-owned audiobook platform. FEIYR distributes audiobooks to Audible for global sales.
• StorytelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAudiobook streaming service partner. FEIYR distributes audiobooks to Storytel subscribers.
• BookBeatminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEuropean audiobook streaming platform. FEIYR enables audiobook distribution to BookBeat.
• Kobo (Rakuten)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorE-reader and eBook platform. FEIYR distributes eBooks to Kobo's global bookstore.
• ScribdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSubscription reading platform. FEIYR distributes eBooks and audiobooks to Scribd subscribers.
• ThaliaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman-language online bookstore. FEIYR distributes eBooks and audiobooks to Thalia.
• OverDriveminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDigital content platform for libraries. FEIYR distributes eBooks and audiobooks to OverDrive for library lending.
• GooglecoreTechnology or IntegrationGoogle services including Google Play (music/eBooks), YouTube, Google Maps, Google Analytics, Google AdWords, and Google Web Fonts.
• Nova MDcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPhysical book distribution partner for printed books. FEIYR partners with Nova MD to bring printed works to bookstores and online shops.
• Facebook/InstagramcoreTechnology or IntegrationSocial media platforms for music and content promotion. FEIYR enables distribution to Facebook/Instagram.
• DeezerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMusic streaming platform. FEIYR distributes music to Deezer for global streaming.
• TidalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMusic streaming service. FEIYR distributes music to Tidal subscribers.
• PandoraminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMusic streaming and automated recommendation service. FEIYR distributes music to Pandora.
• TencentminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese music platform. FEIYR distributes music to Tencent for Asian market access.
• BoomplayminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAfrican music streaming platform. FEIYR distributes music to Boomplay for African market.
• iBookstoreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorApple's eBook store. FEIYR distributes eBooks to iBookstore for Apple device users.
• TolinominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman e-reading platform alliance. FEIYR distributes eBooks to Tolino partners.
• Sony MusicminorOthersMentioned as environment where FEIYR clients work alongside major labels including Sony Music.
• Universal MusicminorOthersMentioned as environment where FEIYR clients work alongside major labels including Universal Music.
• Frankfurt Book FairminorOthersMajor international book industry event mentioned in career context.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• DistroKid: DistroKid is the leading independent music distribution aggregator, offering unlimited releases to major streaming platforms for a flat annual fee. It is the closest direct competitor to FEIYR's Musikvertrieb product, targeting the same independent-artist segment with similar portal reach (Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, YouTube).
• TuneCore: TuneCore distributes independent music to 150+ digital stores and streaming platforms worldwide, using a per-release or subscription pricing model. It competes head-to-head with FEIYR for independent musicians and overlaps on portal integrations, royalty collection, and YouTube monetization.
• CD Baby: CD Baby is a long-established independent music distribution service (founded 1998) distributing to major streaming platforms and download stores. It is directly comparable to FEIYR as a self-serve aggregator targeting DIY musicians with similar revenue-share economics.
• AWAL: AWAL (Artists Without A Label), owned by Sony Music, distributes independent artists to major streaming platforms with a label-services model. It competes with FEIYR for independent musicians seeking global distribution, particularly in the electronic and pop genres.
• Ditto Music: Ditto Music is an independent music distribution aggregator founded in the UK, distributing to 200+ digital stores and streaming platforms. It is directly comparable to FEIYR as a similarly positioned mid-sized aggregator serving indie artists, with overlapping portal coverage and revenue-share economics.
• RouteNote: RouteNote provides free and premium music distribution to major streaming platforms and digital stores worldwide. It is directly comparable to FEIYR's core music distribution offering, with similar indie-creator focus, freemium pricing, and global portal reach.
• BookBaby: BookBaby is a self-publishing and book distribution service for independent authors, offering eBook distribution, print-on-demand, and physical book distribution. It is directly comparable to FEIYR's eBook-Vertrieb and Buchvertrieb products, serving the same self-publisher segment with similar global retail distribution.
• StreetLib: StreetLib is a digital distribution aggregator for independent authors and publishers, distributing eBooks and audiobooks to global retailers including Amazon, Apple, Kobo, and library platforms. It overlaps directly with FEIYR's eBook and audiobook distribution services with a comparable self-publisher target market.

Emerging players

• Amuse: Amuse is a venture-backed music distribution aggregator offering free and pro tiers to independent artists globally. It targets the same creator segment as FEIYR with a mobile-first approach and integrations with Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, and others, representing a younger, tech-forward competitor.
• UnitedMasters: UnitedMasters distributes independent music to streaming platforms with added brand-sponsorship and sync-licensing services. It overlaps with FEIYR's distribution-plus-promotion model and is a relevant emerging competitor in the indie musician segment.

Market position

Strengths3 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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