Stem

Stem is a music distribution and payments platform that splits royalties automatically between collaborators. When a track earns money, Stem divides it according to the splits you set and pays each contributor directly, which removes the spreadsheets and awkward conversations that usually follow a collaboration.

Key Features

• Automatic royalty splits between collaborators
• Direct payouts to each contributor
• Distribution to streaming services
• Clear earnings dashboard
• No manual royalty accounting
• Built for collaborative projects

Pricing

Prices as listed in 2026 research. Always check the official site for the latest price — plans change. Free plan: No free plan — paid plans only.

How it works

Stem also handles distribution to streaming services, so it covers the full journey from release to payout. The automatic splits are the standout feature: producers, vocalists, songwriters, and featured artists can all be paid their share without one person acting as the accountant for the group.

Stem is the obvious choice for collaborative projects, bands, and producer-vocalist teams where several people share the earnings. For a solo artist, the splits feature matters less, and a cheaper flat-fee distributor may be a better fit. Check Stem's current pricing on its site before signing up.

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