Online music promotion for independent artists

Independent musicians and small labels who have music ready but no time or know-how to promote it.

Fixed fee per release campaign, or a monthly package. Some deals add a small percentage of income, if agreed in writing.

• Writing clear pitches and emails
• Social media and basic marketing
• Knowing streaming platforms and music blogs
• Organizing campaign timelines

• Never promise streams, placements or results; platforms ban fake plays and paid-for streaming schemes can get artists removed
• Use written agreements and clear deliverables with each client
• Check music licensing and copyright if you create content using artists' songs
• Check whether your state or city requires a business license, even for online work
• Many artists have small budgets, so expect slow growth in the early months

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $100 to $1,000, depending on the tools, software and basic marketing materials you choose to set up. Because the work is remote, you can begin with a very small outlay.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $300 to $3,000, depending on how many clients you take on and what they pay per campaign. Many artists have small budgets, so expect slow growth in the early months.

No. Never promise streams, placements or results, since platforms ban fake plays and paid-for streaming schemes can get artists removed. Use written agreements with clear deliverables, check music licensing and copyright, and check whether your state or city requires a business license.