About DeepWaves
Our Story

About DeepWaves

The platform built by and for the underground dance music community.

Our Mission

DeepWaves was born from a simple belief: underground dance music deserves a dedicated marketplace that puts artists and labels first. We are building the most artist-friendly platform for techno, house, minimal, and all forms of underground club music.

Artist-First

Every decision we make starts with what's best for the artists on our platform.

No Gatekeepers

Upload, price, and distribute your music on your own terms — no approval required.

Community-Driven

Built with and for the underground community, not corporate interests.

For Artists & Labels

Upload your music, set your own prices, and keep up to 90% of every sale. Build your branded profile, connect with fans, and grow your career on your own terms. No gatekeepers, no exclusivity traps.

Upload releases, EPs, and albums
Set your own prices per track or release
Full analytics dashboard
Weekly payouts, instant available
Sell sample packs and stems
List and promote your events

For Listeners

Discover the freshest underground sounds before they hit the mainstream. Stream previews, purchase high-quality downloads, and directly support the artists shaping the scene. Every purchase puts money in the artist's pocket.

Stream Previews

60-second previews on every track, no account needed.

High-Quality Downloads

WAV, AIFF, and 320kbps MP3 — lossless audio for serious listeners.

Support Artists Directly

Up to 90% of your purchase goes straight to the artist.

Fair Revenue Share

We believe in transparency. No hidden fees, no surprises. Weekly deposits are free. Instant payouts are available anytime for a small flat fee.

Free

60%

Get started with no upfront cost

Pro

85%

For independent artists serious about growth

Label

90%

Maximum share for labels and power users

Compare all plans

Community

DeepWaves is more than a store — it's a living community of artists, DJs, labels, and fans who share a passion for underground music. From editorial spotlights to record pools to event listings, everything is designed to keep the scene connected.

12,000+

Releases

3,400+

Artists

800+

Labels

2,100+

Events

Get in Touch

Have a question, partnership idea, or just want to say hello? Our team is always happy to hear from the community.

What's New on DeepWaves

May 2025 — Platform Update

NewPro Event Slot Status Bar

Pro users now see a persistent slot tracker on the My Events page — live progress bar showing X/25 events used with color-coded warnings as you approach the cap.

View My Events
NewRenewal Thank You Emails

Every successful subscription renewal (including trial conversions) now triggers a branded confirmation email with your next billing date and plan benefits.

NewCancellation Retention Offer

Before cancelling, you'll now see a one-time 15% discount offer applied directly to your next invoice — no coupon codes needed.

Manage Plan
NewReactivate Subscription

Changed your mind after cancelling? You can now undo a pending cancellation directly from the Manage Plan page before your billing period ends.

Manage Plan
ImprovedNext Billing Date on Manage Plan

Your next charge date is now prominently displayed on the plan card — no more guessing when you'll be billed.

ImprovedEvent Moderation Plan Tier Filter

Moderators can now filter and sort event submissions by plan tier (Label → Promoter → Pro → Free) to prioritize paid-tier submissions.

ImprovedLighter Secondary Text

Secondary text across the entire platform has been lightened for better readability on dark backgrounds.

Updates ship regularly — check back often.