Comparison
Nice Set vs AWAL
AWAL picks you, takes 15%, and works you like a label. Nice Set picks you too, and turns your streaming data into your next show.
The short version
- AWAL is application-only. There is no upfront fee. The Core tier takes a 15% commission.
- AWAL offers sync. AWAL is owned by Sony.
- AWAL does not offer venue recommendations, venue search, or pitch tracking.
- Nice Set is selective. Anyone may apply and every application is reviewed.
- Your cost with Nice Set: 10% of master revenue, on every plan.
- You keep your masters with Nice Set. Agreements are non-exclusive, one-year term per release.
The difference
AWAL is a label-services deal without the record deal. You apply, they choose you, they take 15%, and their team works your music.
Nice Set is selective in a different way. You apply, your application is reviewed, and if you are in, your distribution data starts working for your live career.
Your streaming numbers show where your audience lives. The patent-pending tech turns that into ranked venue picks. You pitch the venue from the site and track every pitch. You find local artists to share the stage with and musicians for your band.
Comparison
| Nice Set | AWAL | |
|---|---|---|
| You keep your masters | Yes | Yes |
| Pricing | 10% of master revenue, on every plan | None upfront, application-only |
| Revenue share | 10% to Nice Set | 15% to AWAL |
| Sync submissions | Yes | Yes |
| Venue recommendations from your streaming data | Yes, patent pending | No |
| Search venues by city, capacity and genre | Yes, 1,300+ rooms | No |
| Pitch the venue from the site | Yes, and track every pitch | No |
| Find local artists to collab with | Yes | No |
| Find musicians in the market for your band | Yes | No |
| Selective | Yes | Yes |
Questions artists ask
Is Nice Set an AWAL alternative?
Yes. Nice Set is selective like AWAL, distributes to 250+ platforms, and adds patent-pending venue recommendations from your streaming data, with tools to pitch the venue, find local artists to collab with, and musicians for your band.
Does AWAL take a commission?
Yes. AWAL takes a 15% commission on its Core tier.
Do I keep my masters with Nice Set?
Yes. You own your master. Nice Set controls the master only to the extent needed to distribute it under your agreement.
How much does Nice Set take?
Nice Set takes 10% of master revenue, and distribution is available on every plan, including Free. There is no setup fee.
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