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    Release Plan

    Projected Release Date December 18, 2024

    KEY DATES AT A GLANCE

    Sign up for distribution by November 20, 2024

    Get music delivered to platforms by December 4, 2024

    Create Spotify pre-save by December 5, 2024

    Claim or update streaming profiles by December 6, 2024

    Pitch music to Spotify by December 7, 2024

    Set up your smartlink by December 17, 2024

    Share your music


    DISTRIBUTION SETUP

    Finalize Your Cover Artwork


    by November 18, 2024
    We recommend a JPG or PNG file that is 3000×3000 pixels.

    Need help creating cover artwork?

    Get Your Music Mastered


    by November 19, 2024
    You’ll need a 44.1 kHz, 16bit stereo WAV or FLAC file.

    Want to make your mix sound great? Get quick, automated mastering!
    Submit your music for distribution
    by November 20, 2024
    Sign up for global music distribution, monetization, and more.

    Double-check all your metadata before submitting!

    Verify your music has been delivered


    by December 4, 2024
    Has your music been sent to streaming platforms? Here’s how to check.

    IMPORTANT: Platforms will not publish your music UNTIL your chosen release date.

    PROMO PREP
    DOING A PR CAMPAIGN FOR YOUR RELEASE?
    YOU’LL NEED ADVANCE PREPARATION OF:

    3-4 months for national or international


    media
    2-3 months for online media (blogs,
    podcasts, etc.)
    1-2 months for local press (weeklies,
    newspapers, etc.)

    Here are some other things you should do BEFORE your release date…
    Create your Show.co account
    from November 20, 2024 through December 4, 2024
    Grow your Spotify engagement with these FREE tools.

    Set up a Spotify pre-save


    by December 5, 2024
    Let your fans save your music on Spotify before it’s released!

    Update your Spotify Profile


    by December 6, 2024
    Claim your Spotify for Artists account.

    Update Your Apple Music Profile


    by December 6, 2024
    Get verified with Apple Music for Artists.
    Update your Amazon Music profile
    by December 6, 2024
    Access Amazon Music for Artists.

    Update your YouTube Official Artist Channel


    by December 6, 2024
    Get verified for an Official Artist Channel on YouTube.

    Get your lyrics on Instagram Stories


    by December 6, 2024
    See your lyrics on major digital services via Musixmatch.
    Pitch your music to Spotify
    by December 7, 2024
    Submit a track to Spotify’s editorial team.

    Do this at LEAST seven business days before your release.

    Create a Spotify playlist


    by December 16, 2024
    Build a playlist related to your music so it’s ready to go!

    Then add YOUR music on the release date.


    Set up your smartlink
    by December 17, 2024
    With HearNow, your customized smartlink:

    Can be created instantly


    Gives you an attractive promo page
    Directs fans to their preferred platforms

    You can even collect virtual tips with links to Patreon, PayPal, and Venmo.

    OFFICIAL RELEASE DATE

    Your music is available


    Verify your music is live on all the big platforms.
    Update your online presence
    Add new photos, bio, and links to your social profiles and website.

    Tell the world


    Share your new music with your audience via:

    Email & social posts


    Website announcement bar
    Blog or news updates on your website
    Editing your featured playlists
    Updating your Spotify bio
    And much more

    Be sure to share your smartlink rather than pasting a dozen URLs!


    FOLLOW-UP PROMO

    Run a "Social Unlock" campaign


    on December 19, 2024
    Drive Spotify streams, follows, and saves by offering secret content or giveaways.

    Pitch music to indie curators


    on December 20, 2024
    Reach out to playlisters interested in your genre.
    Post supporting visual content
    from December 21, 2024 through January 17, 2025
    There are countless ways to SHOW the story of your songs:

    Music videos
    Lyric videos
    Visualizers
    Spotify Canvas
    Lyric snippets on Instagram
    Reels and TikTok
    Livestreams
    Pics and video from the creative process

    Shine a light on different aspects of your music!

    Run an interactive ad
    on December 22, 2024
    Spread awareness with interactive ads that:

    Get your message on sites like Rolling


    Stone & Pitchfork
    Boost streams & video plays
    Have affordable minimum budgets
    Do a first-week audit
    on December 25, 2024
    Where is your music performing best? Check your analytics on:

    Spotify for Artists


    Next Big Sound
    Amazon Music for Artists
    Apple Music for Artists
    Facebook Ads Manager
    Google and YouTube

    Release a supporting single


    on February 1, 2025
    Keep your algorithmic energy going with a follow-up song!

    READY?
    RELEASE MUSIC THE RIGHT WAY!
    1. Keep ALL your music available online
    with no annual fees.
    2. Find a global audience on 150+
    platforms.
    3. Make the most money with sync,
    publishing, social videos, and more.

    GOT MORE TIME BEFORE YOUR RELEASE?


    Sweet! Do these things too.

    Document The Creative Process


    Capture video and take pics. Also, keep detailed notes about:

    The meaning of the lyrics


    The story of the recording
    The gear you used
    Working with collaborators

    This stuff will come in handy later for promo content and social posts.
    Figure Out Your Story
    Find your hook for press & playlisters by asking:

    Who is your ideal listener?


    Why do they need your music?
    What makes you unique as an artist?

    Distill that into an elevator pitch! You’ll have a leg up in your promotion.

    Book your release party


    Celebrate your album live with both online and IRL performances, including:

    Livestream concerts
    A special “album release” gig or tour
    Listening parties on Instagram Live,
    Twitter, etc.
    Behind-the-scenes VIP experiences

    Plan ahead so you can host a memorable event for your fans; music venue talent
    buyers often need 3-6 months to get you on the calendar.
    Get more from every recording session
    Before you close down your session or leave the studio:

    Burn instrumental mixes for sync


    licensing
    Print stems for remixers
    Try a stripped-down alternate mix

    Save yourself the time later by doing this stuff NOW.

    We’d appreciate your feedback with this really short survey! Thank you!

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