Interfine Music is a Nairobi-based distributor that gets Kenyan artists onto Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Boomplay, TikTok and 200+ other platforms for $12 a year. You can withdraw your royalties straight to M-Pesa, and our team is in Kenya, so support speaks your language and knows your market.
Quick answer
- Based in Nairobi: Interfine Global Agency Limited, Westlands, Nairobi.
- Price: $12/year, unlimited releases. Start from $2 and pay the rest weekly or monthly. Pay by M-Pesa or Visa/Mastercard card.
- Payouts: M-Pesa, bank, Payoneer or PayPal.
- Extras: MCSK registration through publishing administration, YouTube OAC requests and playlist pitching.
- Support: WhatsApp +254 791 393 533, email and tickets.
Why Kenyan artists use a distributor
Spotify, Apple Music, Boomplay and YouTube Music only accept music from distributors and labels. A distributor delivers your songs, makes sure your metadata is right, collects your royalties and pays you. For Kenyan artists, the big questions are cost, how you get paid, and whether you can reach a real person when something goes wrong.
Where Kenyan fans listen
| Platform | Why it matters in Kenya |
|---|---|
| Boomplay | One of Africa’s biggest streaming apps, widely used across Kenya and East Africa. |
| Spotify | Growing fast in Nairobi and key for editorial playlists and international reach. |
| YouTube & YouTube Music | Where many Kenyan fans discover new music. Get an Official Artist Channel. |
| Audiomack | Strong with hip-hop and Afrobeats audiences across Africa. |
| TikTok | Drives viral moments for Kenyan songs and dance challenges. |
| Apple Music | Important for iPhone users and the diaspora. |
See the full list of stores on our Distribution Networks page.
Getting paid to M-Pesa
Once your earnings reach the $50 payout minimum shown in your dashboard, request a payout and choose M-Pesa, bank transfer, Payoneer or PayPal. Stores report royalties a few months after the streams happen, so your first payout usually comes some time after your first release. Read how payouts work.
Don’t miss your other royalties: MCSK, KAMP and PRiSK
Streaming income from your distributor is only part of what your music earns. In Kenya, three collective management organisations collect other royalties:
- MCSK (Music Copyright Society of Kenya) for songwriters, composers and publishers.
- KAMP (Kenya Association of Music Producers) for the owners of sound recordings.
- PRiSK (Performers Rights Society of Kenya) for performers.
Our publishing administration registers your songs with societies such as MCSK, so radio, TV and public performance money reaches you. Learn more about publishing royalties in Africa.
How to release your music in Kenya
- Create your Interfine account and choose Kenya.
- Pay $12 for the year, or start with $2 and pay the rest by instalment.
- Upload your WAV files and 3000×3000 px artwork.
- Add songwriter and producer credits, genre and release date (2–3 weeks ahead is ideal).
- Submit, share your links, and track your streams in the dashboard.
Use our music release checklist so nothing gets rejected.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best music distributor in Kenya?
The best choice depends on cost, payouts and support. Interfine Music is based in Nairobi, costs $12 a year and pays out to M-Pesa.
Can I get my royalties on M-Pesa?
Yes. Interfine lets you withdraw to M-Pesa, a bank account, Payoneer or PayPal once your balance reaches the $50 payout minimum.
How much does it cost to distribute music in Kenya?
Interfine costs $12 a year for unlimited releases. You can start with $2 and pay the balance weekly or monthly.
Do I need to register with MCSK?
If you write songs, registering with MCSK helps you collect performance and broadcast royalties. Interfine’s publishing administration can handle registration.
Can I put my music on Boomplay from Kenya?
Yes. Boomplay is one of the 200+ platforms Interfine delivers to.
Ready to release your music?
Join 20,000+ artists distributing with Interfine Music. One account, 200+ platforms, pay by M-Pesa or card, and real support on WhatsApp.