How Local Artists Can Promote & Showcase Their Music (From an Artist Who's Doing It)

🎤 How Local Artists Can Promote & Showcase Their Music (From an Artist Who's Doing It)
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In today’s crowded music scene, standing out as a local artist takes more than just talent—it takes strategy, hustle, and creative visibility. If you're wondering how to get your music out there and build a real fanbase, you're not alone. That’s why we’re shining a light on real artists who are making moves and sharing the blueprint.

🎧 Watch this exclusive artist insight here:
👉 https://youtu.be/LQIKr063NwA?si=mGWKYrkfR2WTAp09

In this video, you’ll hear directly from an artist who’s in the trenches—grinding, promoting, and performing. This isn’t theory; this is lived experience.

🔑 Key Ways Local Artists Can Promote Their Music:

1. Build Your Local Presence

• Perform at open mics, community events, and local showcases

• Network with local DJs, venue owners, and media outlets

• Collaborate with other artists in your city to cross-promote

2. Treat Your Social Media Like a TV Channel

• Post consistently: behind-the-scenes clips, music snippets, performance highlights

• Go live and talk to your fans—they love the personal connection

• Recycle your content into reels, shorts, and stories

3. Create Visuals That Stick

• Even a low-budget music video can make your song more shareable

• Use apps and tools to create engaging cover art and promo graphics

• Don’t underestimate the power of lyric videos or visualizers

4. Get on Streaming Platforms (the smart way)

• Upload your music to Spotify, Apple Music, etc., using a distributor like DistroKid or TuneCore

• Submit your songs to independent playlists

• Learn how to use Spotify Canvas, pitch to editorial playlists, and track your data

5. Tap into Local Press & Blogs

• Write a press release or artist bio

• Reach out to local music bloggers, podcasters, and radio stations

• Offer to do interviews or guest performances

🔥 Real Talk from a Real Artist
There’s no substitute for hearing it from someone who’s doing the work. Whether you’re just starting or trying to level up, this video is packed with gems that can help guide your next move.

📺 Watch Now:
👉 https://youtu.be/LQIKr063NwA?si=mGWKYrkfR2WTAp09

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