Album / EP Release Budget Calculator

Plan every cost of releasing music in Africa — recording, mixing, mastering, distribution, promo, and video. Compare DIY vs professional routes and see exactly how many streams you need to break even.

🎵 Music 💰 Budget Planning 📊 ROI Analysis

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Project Details

Country

Project Type

Number of Tracks

Currency (NGN)

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Recording & Production

Studio Type

Studio Rate per Hour (₦)

Hours per Track

Beat / Instrumental Cost (total)

Mixing Cost (per track)

Mastering Cost (total project)

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Visuals & Branding

Cover Art Cost

Promo Photo Shoot

Music Video Budget (0 if none)

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Distribution & Marketing

Distribution Platform

Playlist Pitching Budget

Social Media Ads Budget

PR / Press Releases

Total Release Budget

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Streams to Break Even

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Budget Breakdown by Phase

Phase	Item	Cost	% of Budget

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DIY vs Professional Comparison

Route	Estimated Cost	Streams to Break Even	Recommendation

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Pro Tip

Spotify pays approximately $0.003–$0.005 per stream globally. Nigerian artists on Boomplay may earn differently. Focus on getting your music on editorial playlists — one placement can deliver 50,000–500,000 streams and transform your ROI.