DistroKid has been quietly taking down songs in response to UMG lawsuit

The Verge · October 10, 2026

Artists are taking to social media to complain that DistroKid has unceremoniously removed their work without notice. Now DistroKid has confirmed to The Verge that the takedowns are a direct response to claims made by UMG

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