Why AudioWave Records Is Proud to Work with Kontor New Media

In an industry built on trust, reputation, and the strength of the networks behind your music, very few names carry as much weight as Kontor New Media. As one of Europe’s most respected digital distributors, Kontor has become synonymous with quality, consistency, and credibility. At AudioWave Records, we’re proud to have our music delivered through their world-class infrastructure — not just because of what it means today, but because of what it enables for our future.

A Distributor with Real Authority in the Global Music Landscape

Kontor New Media is far more than a typical distributor. They are a cornerstone of the European music ecosystem, especially within electronic, dance, and club-driven genres. Their network spans countless influential labels, major artists, and large international catalogues, all handled with a level of professionalism that has set industry standards for more than a decade.

Their reputation is built on reliability. Platforms know that music delivered by Kontor arrives with accurate metadata, precise tagging, and the level of quality control that only top-tier distributors provide. In a world where millions of tracks are ingested every week, this trust is invaluable — and rare.

Respected by the Platforms That Matter Most

Kontor’s reputation isn’t just industry talk; it’s backed by the world’s biggest digital platforms. Services like Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Beatport, and Traxsource regard Kontor as one of their most dependable distribution partners. This respect translates directly into:

• Cleaner, faster ingestion

• More accurate genre placement

• Stronger visibility in discovery systems

• Better positioning for editorial opportunities

On Beatport, a platform central to club culture, Kontor holds particular influence. Their delivery feed is one of the highest-trusted pipelines in the entire Beatport ecosystem. This means music entering through Kontor often receives more attention, more visibility, and more accurate categorisation from day one. It’s the kind of behind-the-scenes advantage most labels never gain access to.

Why Working with Kontor Isn’t Easy — and Why That Matters

Unlike open distributors where anyone can upload music, Kontor is selective. They choose their label partners carefully, favouring those who demonstrate professionalism, consistency, and long-term commitment. They look for catalogues that show intention, artistic direction, and real potential.

The fact that AudioWave Records’ music is delivered through Kontor’s infrastructure places us in rare company. It’s a reflection of the quality of the work we’re building — and a powerful signal that AudioWave is operating at a higher professional standard than the average independent label.

How This Partnership Elevates AudioWave Records

While this article is about Kontor’s stature, their influence naturally elevates AudioWave as well. Being connected to a distributor with this much industry respect positions AudioWave Records as a rising powerhouse with:

• A trusted, high-tier delivery channel

• Better opportunities on DSPs

• Stronger credibility when signing artists

• A more competitive catalogue

• A foundation that can scale globally

It proves that AudioWave is not just releasing music — we’re building something with structure, intention, and ambition. Working through Kontor places us shoulder-to-shoulder with established labels, reinforcing the identity we’re cultivating: a serious, forward-thinking independent label built for longevity.

Looking Ahead

At AudioWave Records, we take pride in every step of this journey. Working through Kontor New Media isn’t just a technical detail — it’s a major asset, a mark of quality, and a signal of where we’re headed. As we continue expanding our catalogue and developing new talent, our relationship with Kontor acts as a silent but powerful engine behind the scenes, driving our releases into the world with the level of professionalism our artists deserve.

This is why we’re proud to work with Kontor New Media — and why it marks AudioWave Records as a label with real force, real structure, and real momentum.