33 Essential Ideas To Promote Your Music Career In 2020

Believe it or not, there’s an endless amount of ideas that will help you promote your music career in 2020. As new social media platforms are rapidly emerging, artists don’t want to lag behind these innovative technologies. Definitely, you have to take advantage of the Internet as a powerful marketing tool.

So, I have written down the best strategies for promoting yourself in this digital era like a pro. These days it doesn’t really matter if you refuse to sign a major label deal. With budgetary autonomy, you can go far on your own. The music industry is very competitive but with the following ideas, you can even save a lot of money.

33 Unique Ideas To Spark Your Music Career Success Right Away!

1 – Tell the story of how you got started in music.

2 – Make a behind the scenes video after releasing a music video.

3 – Make a teaser video of your upcoming singles in order to create a sense of expectation.

4 – Host an #AskMeAnything session via Instagram stories.

5 – Share funny videos on TikTok.

6 – Share quotes of your musical heroes.

7 – Host a poll and let your fans pick the best singles from your album.

8 – Share your favorite books and movies with your fans.

9 – Ask for Netflix recommendations.

10 – Give away Spotify gift cards.

11 – Get interviewed or promoted on music blogs.

12 – Share useful tips with your audience.

13 – Remind your fans constantly concert and release dates.

14 – Raise your voice against social issues.

15 – Express your opinion about music industry news.

16 – Go live and perform your music no matter what.

17 – Participate in podcasts or radio shows.

18 – Share press releases on Facebook, Liker, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest.

19 – Post testimonials from your fans or people of the music industry.

20 – Share old photos and memories of the past.

21 – Share personal wins (e.g. chart-topping hits and music awards)

22 – Thank your fans and show gratitude.

23 – Post a ‘Throwback Thursday’ and use the hashtag #TBT

24 – Share your favorite music-related apps.

25 – Post a video of yourself showing the process of making music at the studio.

26 – Unveil your morning routine or create a day-in-the-life video.

27 – Post about events or festivals you’re going to.

28 – Show people listening or dancing to your music.

29 – Share a charity you’ve partnered with.

30 –  Mention brands that you love.

31 – Make your own merchandise, t-shirts, and caps with your logo.

32 – Share all your social media channels and interact with your fans.

33 – Post about trips you’ve taken.