🔵 HOW TO GET YOUR SONG ON THE RADIO

Why it Matters:
Radio airplay can massively expand your audience and credibility as an artist. Knowing how to approach radio stations properly increases your chances of getting played.

Step 1: Identify the Right Stations

Focus on independent, college, and genre-specific stations before targeting mainstream radio.
Research local FM stations, online radio, and satellite stations (SiriusXM, iHeartRadio, etc.).
Use directories like Indie Bible or Radio-Locator.com to find relevant stations.

Step 2: Prepare a Professional Submission

Your song should be professionally mixed & mastered—radio won’t play low-quality recordings.
Include:
✅ A high-quality WAV or MP3 file (usually 320kbps, labeled correctly).
✅ A short, engaging bio with notable achievements.
✅ A one-sheet (PDF) with song details (genre, length, mood).
✅ A link to your Electronic Press Kit (EPK).

Step 3: Submit Your Music the Right Way

Check each station’s submission guidelines (some accept email, others prefer online portals).

Send a short, personalized email to the music director or DJ. Example:

Subject: Song Submission – [Your Name] – [Song Title]

Hi [DJ/Station Name],

I’m [Your Name], an [your genre] artist from [your city]. I love the music you feature and believe my latest single, "[Song Title]," would be a great fit for your audience.

Here’s a link to my track & press materials: [Insert Link].

Let me know if you’d like any additional details. Thanks for your time!

Best,
[Your Contact Info]

Step 4: Follow Up & Build Relationships

Wait 7-10 days, then send a polite follow-up email if no response.
Engage with the station on social media to show support.
If your song gets played, thank the DJ publicly and share the broadcast link!

Step 5: Consider Radio Promotion Services

If you have a budget, use radio promo services like Planetary Group, Independent Music Promotions, or SubmitHub to increase airplay chances.

Pro Tip:

Record a short radio drop (“Hey, this is [Your Name], and you’re listening to [Station Name]!”). Stations love using these for branding!