- Lyric Video
- Create recognizable artwork
- Debut the song at a show before it’s released
- Lock in the right premiere partner
- Give the song to your super fans early via text
- Moving visualizer with the artwork (never static)
- Get YouTube promoter channels to post it
- Shoot a music video
What to do after writing an album?
- Make sure you have 3 or 4 great band/artist photos-
- Put your press kit together-
- Update your websites-
- Submit your album to Gracenote and AMG-
- Line up distribution-
- Book a CD release party-
- Mail press kits to “the media”-
- Launch a DIY radio promotion campaign-
How do you showcase a song?
- Make good music
- Get verified
- Write a music press release
- Build a fanbase
- Share your music
- Share on social media
How do albums release singles
Yep! Just upload the single first, and then upload the entire album (including the single) as a separate release.
Once the full release is in streaming services, you can choose to leave the single, or remove it and only have the album version available.
Can you be a successful musician without social media
For artists, building successful music careers without social media is possible but challenging, as social channels are the most cost-effective means to reach audiences.
However, certain methods do allow artists to leverage social media benefits while still avoiding its negativity and distractions.
How much money do you need to release an album
Most industry types would say between $150K and $1Million for an album.
What is the best music promotion site?
- Spotify
- Groover
- Music Gateway
- Apple Music
- Songkick
- Bandsintown
- Bandcamp
- ReverbNation
Can you release an album without a label
Thankfully, unsigned artists don’t need the backing of a label to release music on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music and other major stores.
Anyone can release their tracks through an Independent music distributor – sometimes known as a music aggregator – and start collecting royalties from sales and streams.
When should I announce my album release
Don’t just announce it and not communicate with fans again until it’s out, instead do a big daily countdown to the date (at least 7 days in advance).
Some people go about this by just reminding people every day or two that it’s coming, but this isn’t a good idea.
How do independent artists promote themselves?
- Determine your fanbase
- Keep both potential and current fans in mind
- Develop a social media marketing strategy
- Cultivate a community around your music
- Send your music to blogs, playlists, and press outlets
- Create and monetize your own artist website
- Pay for a PR/radio campaign
How long is an album tour
Depends on their level of success. Huge bands are going to be on the road for a year or more.
I’d say your average tour length for your average local band going out on the road would be around 2 weeks at most with 11 or 12 shows.
You can tour for as long as you can book shows and don’t run out of money.
What to do after releasing a song?
- Highlight and promote other supporting content like music videos, lyric videos, behind the scenes footage, interviews etc
- Keep collaborating with other artists
- Ask people to remix your release
- See if other artists from other genres will do covers of your song
What makes a good album
There’s a lot more to making a good album than just writing excellent songs.
You must also consider thematic cohesiveness, the actual recording of the songs, and creating cover art that effectively represents what the record is about.
How long should you promote a single before release
Set a release date with enough lead time! Most artists don’t have enough content to fill two months of promotion for a single song.
Maybe you’re the exception, but generally speaking, four to six weeks is an ideal timeframe to promote new music.
How does a song go viral
The first step to make your music go viral is to have something share-worthy!
It has to be either so good people can’t help but share (like Beyonce), or have a media component tied to it that appeals to your audience.
Think about Old Town Road by Lil Nas X, the song went viral and his music career sky-rocketed.
How can I make my fanbase music grow?
- Use Social Media the Right Way
- Network in the Real World
- Collaborate with Other Artists
- Send Demos
- Music Education
- 10 Mixing Mistakes Everyone Makes – And How to Avoid Them
What is the best month to release an album
The best months to release an album are January, February, June, November and December.
These are months when most people are generally in the mood to hear some new music the most.
You can capitalize on these months by having releases ready.
How do you get people to buy your music?
- Make Great Music
- Create a Beautiful Website
- Partner with Other Artists
- Upload to All Streaming Platforms
How do I sell a single song
Pitch your song to a music publisher. Artists will get songs from a wide range of sources, including their record label, manager, producer, studio musicians, friends, loyal fans, and family.
But to pitch your song to established artists, your best bet is to go through a music publisher.
Should your first album be self titled
If you’re ever going to self-title, then your first album is the perfect time to do it.
It makes an efficient, dignified statement: This is us and this is our music.
The eponymous debut album is a respectable move that will place an artist alongside some of the most influential musicians in history.
Why do artists release singles before the album
Artists at the major label level usually put out a single first, unless they’re dropping one of those “secret” overnight albums.
The lead single rallies the fans, gets press talking, and builds energy for playlists or radio.
How do music artists get exposure?
- Market music properly and make it accessible
- Keep making music consistently
- Activate your current fans by word of mouth
- Performing live
- TikTok and Instagram Reels
- Pay for Social Media Ads
- Collaborate with other artists
- Traditional Channels (TV and Radio)
How do I go viral on Spotify
For an upcoming artist to go viral on Spotify, he/she has to stand out among the pick-me crowd and journey into unconquered territories.
They must employ affordable and reusable advertising tools to reach a more receptive audience.
Is an EP considered an album
“EP” stands for “extended play.” An EP is effectively a mini-album. It’s a collection of songs that runs shorter than a traditional album but is longer than a double-sided (2-song) single.
They traditionally have a tracklist between 3-6 songs, with a runtime under 30 minutes.
Is it better to release an EP or an album
Release EPs in between The collective attention span out there is short, and therefore demands that music be great all the time, and released frequently!
Albums take two years to write, record, and publish, on average. An EP allows you to keep the attention of listeners while you are in between albums.
Do people buy albums anymore
Although streaming music services are plentiful nowadays, you can still purchase music singles and albums.
Whether you prefer the convenience of digital formats, the feel and aesthetic vinyl, or the nostalgic value of CDs, listeners can still own their favorite tunes.
How do I get my music noticed?
- Put Your Music on Streaming Platforms
- Arrange Distribution Through a Music Distribution Service
- Create Online Playlists and Add Your Own Music to Them
- Utilize Social Media
- Submit Music to Online Radio Stations and Music Blogs
How do you get noticed as an upcoming artist?
- Be an amazing singer or instrumentalist
- Put yourself out there
- Create a press pack (EPK)
- Play anywhere
- Convey maturity
- Practice well
- Get yourself motivated
- Use Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
What is an album with 2 songs called
A double extended play is a name typically given to vinyl records or compact discs released as a set of two discs, each of which would normally qualify as an EP.
The name is thus analogous to double album.
How do you write a music marketing plan?
- Decide on your music marketing goals
- Set a music release budget
- Track absolutely everything
- Define your key marketing channels and tactics for each
- Drop singles first to generate interest
- Launch a music release pre-save campaign
- Release your music!
References
https://soundcharts.com/blog/music-marketing-tools
https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2019/06/5-out-of-the-box-promotion-ideas-for-your-next-album.html
https://outnowmagazine.com/how-to-promote-your-single/
https://www.praverb.net/2013/08/39-amazing-ways-to-market-your-album-in.html
