SO YOU NEED TO PROMOTE YOUR MUSIC

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    # EVER-EVOLVING POST aka The post that I update through time.

    In the vast world of music promotion, understanding the different forms and their nuances is key to unlocking success. Today, let's dive into two major categories: playlist promotion and radio promotion, and uncover some valuable insights about each.

    PLAYLIST PROMOTION

    It's all about choosing the right company and standing alongside artists who complement your music. It's crucial to have a clear understanding of the playlist's content and target audience before submitting your tracks. If a playlist seems like a mixed bag with no clear direction, it's best to move on. By aligning your music with playlists that resonate with your style, you increase your chances of catching the algorithms' attention. Just like in life, the company you keep influences how others perceive you. So, imagine your music next to Moby's on a playlist – it's a perfect opportunity to reach Moby's dedicated fans and expand your reach.

    To help you navigate the playlist promotion landscape, here's a list of platforms that offer playlist promotion services:

  1. Daily Playlists: Unlock the power of curated playlists by connecting with hundreds of playlist curators actively seeking fresh music. Showcase your tracks to a wider audience and forge meaningful connections with industry tastemakers.
  2. Submithub: Your gateway to connecting with music bloggers, playlist curators, and industry professionals. Submit your music for review and potential promotion, making it easier to gain exposure and receive valuable feedback on your tracks.
  3. Soundplate: A comprehensive platform supporting and promoting music artists. Showcase your music, engage with fans, and access valuable resources to navigate the industry. From production tips to marketing strategies, Soundplate has you covered. 
  4. Mysphera: A powerful platform that offers a unique approach to connecting with playlist curators and expanding your music's reach. Unlike traditional submission systems where you submit your work to specific playlists, Mysphera allows you to submit your music to a curator who has connections to multiple playlists and platforms. 

COLABORATIVE PROMOTION

Can be highly effective in expanding your reach as an artist. One popular method is audience exchange, where you collaborate with other artists or creators to cross-promote each other's work. This approach allows you to tap into each other's fan bases and introduce your music to new listeners who may be interested in your genre or style. And im not talking about music production colabs. 

  1. Repost Exchange: A platform designed to boost your reach on SoundCloud. Connect with fellow artists and exchange reposts to expand your audience and gain exposure to new listeners.


RADIO PROMOTION

This avenue revolves around two fundamental principles: respect and efficiency. Radio stations prefer clean and consistent audio files, with many working predominantly with mp3 formats, although some may also accept wav files. It's wise to have a folder containing your music in various formats to cater to different station preferences.

When submitting your music, remember to provide comprehensive information. Radio stations appreciate details like artist name, track title, album information, and social media links. Paying attention to metadata is crucial, as radio systems often rely on this data to automatically populate their websites with accurate information about your music. Familiarize yourself with each station's submission guidelines, typically available on their websites, to ensure your music reaches the right ears.

For those seeking radio promotion, here are a few easy-going, broad-genre radio stations that may be interested in your music just so you get your toe into water:

  1. AMAZING RADIO 
  2. LFOD LIFE

Now I gotta go, ill update it soon with more resources and info




Stay tuned for more additions to this ever-growing list of tools and platforms that can help you thrive as a music producer. We're dedicated to equipping you with the resources you need to elevate your sound and make a lasting impact in the music industry.

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