Okay, so you’re hustling in the music game, right? Cool. You’ve got the songs, the band (or you’re the lone wolf), and probably a burning desire to be heard. But let’s be real, carving out space in the noise is hard.
That’s why we’re doing these quick daily challenges. They’re not about reinventing the wheel, just about getting a little something done consistently. Think of it like musical push-ups – builds strength over time.
Today’s Band Promotion Challenge: The General Store
Yup, that’s what we’re calling it. Think of it as a “catch-all” task. No fancy targeting, no intricate strategy. Just pure, unadulterated, get-yourself-out-there energy.
Here’s the deal, in 15 minutes, do one of these super simple things:
- Comment on a relevant YouTube video: Find a video by an artist in your genre, a tutorial you actually used, or even just a random music-related video. Leave a thoughtful, genuine comment that briefly mentions your band or music. Like, “Hey, loved the breakdown in this song! Reminds me of what we try to do with [mention a specific song of yours]…” (Link: YouTube Commenting Tips – for avoiding spammy comments, which are a total turn-off.)
- Respond to a Tweet: Jump on Twitter (X, whatever), search for a keyword related to your music, and respond thoughtfully to someone’s tweet. Share an experience. Offer advice. Again, slip in a subtle plug if it feels natural. Think: “Saw your post about struggling with songwriting block. Totally been there! Our band actually wrote a song about that – maybe it’ll inspire you: [link].”
- Share a Song or Video on a Reddit Thread: Find a subreddit dedicated to your genre or a related topic (e.g., r/WeAreTheMusicMakers, r/IndieMusic). Share a song or video, but don’t just drop a link and run. Give some context. Tell a story about the song. Ask for feedback. (Link: Reddit Etiquette – seriously, read this before posting. Reddit hates self-promotion done badly.)
- Update your Linktree: If you have a Linktree or similar service, make sure it’s up-to-date with your latest song or shows. If you don’t have one, create one! Linktree is a free service that helps you share multiple links in one place, making it easy for fans to find your music, social media, and tour dates. (Link: Linktree**)
- Write a descriptive caption to a previous Post: Did you make a post on socials yesterday? Great, take 15 minutes to give that post more life and context. Describe what you were doing in the picture, or why you released a certain song. Adding more description gives more personality to the post, and makes it feel less generic.
Why does this work?
Because it’s low-pressure. It’s about being present and adding value to the conversation, not just screaming, “Listen to my band!” People are more likely to check out your stuff if they see you as a real person, not just a faceless promoter.
The point?
Consistency wins the race. Doing something, anything, to put yourself out there, even for 15 minutes a day, is better than doing nothing. So, get to it! You got this.
