Which Genres Are Allowed on Beatport, Traxsource, and JunoDownload?
Digital music stores each follow their own genre policies based on their audience and catalog structure. Below is an overview of the genres accepted on the three major electronic-music-focused platforms: Beatport, Traxsource, and JunoDownload—and what you can or cannot upload.
Beatport is the most genre-structured electronic store. It accepts only electronic music styles, and everything must fit into one of their official genres.
Allowed Genres on Beatport
(As of 2024, Beatport supports these genres)
Not Allowed on Beatport
Beatport does not accept music outside electronic genres:
⚠️ If a track cannot be categorized into an electronic genre, Beatport will reject it.
Traxsource focuses on house music and its subgenres. It is more niche than Beatport.
Allowed Genres on Traxsource
Traxsource supports mostly house-related styles, including:
Not Allowed on Traxsource
Traxsource does not distribute:
⚠️ If it isn't related to house, soulful, or underground club genres, Traxsource won't accept it.
JunoDownload has the widest genre range of the three platforms. They accept both electronic and non-electronic music.
Allowed Genres on JunoDownload
JunoDownload accepts a very large list, including:
Electronic Music
Non-Electronic Music
✓ Practically all genres are accepted, as long as the content is:
- • Legal
- • Original (no unlicensed samples)
- • Properly categorized
JunoDownload is the most flexible platform.
If you want to distribute:
House / Techno / Club music
→ All three platforms work (Beatport, Traxsource, JunoDownload)
Drum & Bass / Trance / Dubstep
→ Beatport + JunoDownload (NOT Traxsource)
Hip Hop / Rock / Pop / Jazz
→ Only JunoDownload
Electronic experimental or niche genres
→ Usually accepted on Beatport + JunoDownload
A Practical Guide for Labels & Artists
Understanding which platforms accept your genre is crucial for successful distribution. Always research the platform's genre policy before submitting your music, and ensure your tracks are properly categorized to avoid rejection. If you're unsure about genre classification, contact the platform's support team for guidance before submission.