Artists in Sierra Leone can release music on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Boomplay, TikTok and 200+ other platforms with Interfine Music for $12 a year, with unlimited releases. Pay with a Visa or Mastercard card, withdraw royalties to your bank, Payoneer or PayPal, and get help from a real person on WhatsApp.
Quick answer
- Price: $12/year, unlimited releases. Start from $2 and pay weekly or monthly.
- Pay by card: Visa or Mastercard. No M-Pesa needed.
- Payouts: bank, Payoneer or PayPal.
- Support: WhatsApp +254 791 393 533, email and tickets.
- Collecting society: ask our publishing team.
Music in Sierra Leone: what artists should know
Sierra Leonean Afro-pop, gospel and hip-hop, often sung in Krio, have a loyal following at home and in the UK and US diaspora.
Capital: Freetown. Currency: the leone (SLE). Main languages: English and Krio. Interfine lets you set your release's language and genre so stores show your music to the right listeners, at home and in the diaspora.
Where fans in Sierra Leone stream
| Platform | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Boomplay | Widely used across West Africa. |
| Audiomack | Very popular for Afrobeats, hip-hop and gospel in West Africa. |
| YouTube & YouTube Music | Video discovery. Get an Official Artist Channel. |
| Spotify & Apple Music | Editorial playlists and the global diaspora audience. |
| TikTok | Where hooks and dance challenges go viral. |
See the full store list on our Distribution Networks page.
How to pay and get paid in Sierra Leone
You don't need M-Pesa to use Interfine. Artists in Sierra Leone pay for their plan with a Visa or Mastercard card: $12 for the year, or $2 to start with the rest paid weekly or monthly. Prices are in US dollars, and your bank converts from the leone (SLE).
Stores report royalties a couple of months after the streams happen. When your dashboard balance reaches the $50 payout minimum, request a payout to your bank account, Payoneer or PayPal. Your dashboard shows the options available in Sierra Leone. How payouts work.
Collect your songwriting royalties in Sierra Leone
Ask our publishing team which collecting society or copyright office handles songwriting royalties in Sierra Leone. We'll tell you where to register so broadcast and public performance income isn't left unclaimed. Interfine's publishing administration can register your works so radio, TV and public performance income reaches you. Read our guide to publishing royalties in Africa.
Real support on WhatsApp
Stuck on a release, a payout or a YouTube Official Artist Channel request? Message our team on WhatsApp at +254 791 393 533 and talk to a real person on the app you already use. You can also email support@interfinemusic.com or raise a ticket.
How to release your music from Sierra Leone
- Create your account and choose "Other" as your country.
- Pay $12 for the year by card, or start with $2.
- Upload WAV masters and 3000×3000 px artwork.
- Add songwriter, producer and featured artist credits.
- Pick a release date 2–3 weeks ahead, submit, and promote your links.
Avoid rejections with our music release checklist.
Frequently asked questions
How much does music distribution cost in Sierra Leone?
Interfine costs $12 a year for unlimited releases. You can start with $2 and pay the rest weekly or monthly.
Can I pay without M-Pesa?
Yes. Artists in Sierra Leone can pay for their plan with a Visa or Mastercard card. Prices are in US dollars and your bank converts from the leone (SLE).
How do I get paid in Sierra Leone?
Request a payout from your dashboard once you reach the $50 payout minimum. Interfine pays to bank, Payoneer or PayPal (and M-Pesa where available); your dashboard shows the options for your country.
Which collecting society should I join in Sierra Leone?
Our publishing team can tell you which society or copyright office handles songwriting royalties in Sierra Leone and help you register.
Can I get support on WhatsApp?
Yes. Message the Interfine team on WhatsApp at +254 791 393 533 for help with releases, payouts and YouTube Official Artist Channel requests.
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