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How to ask for a musical review (Tips)

How to ask for a musical review (Tips)

Would you like a few tips for a review of your music, video, album or event?
This is a good way of fetching feedback and advertising.
Your number one precaution is you, so put your name out there.

How to get more thoughts on your craft? You need to maintain your professionalism.
You should target media (like us), radio stations, podcasters and influencers and send a clean e-mail.
Secondary note always remains professional and not aggressive, make sure to include all the most important information.
Do not take it personally, if you have no answer, remain positive.
Continue communicating with others by refining your emails as you go.
Here is a specimen of an email that will aid you.


Subject: Review Request / Invitation : [Your Artist] – [Album / Video or Music Name / Event Name]

Hi [Person’s Name],

*Introducing yourself*

My name is [Your Artist] [Few words about yourself].
I especially enjoyed your [article, podcast] [refer to a particular article or podcast you enjoyed, from the person in question]. [have a small discussion regarding why you liked it.].

*Tactic A (For Video, Album or Audio)*

I thought you might be interested in my [upcoming album]. It’s a quick synopsis.

Would you be interested in reviewing this [album, video or audio]?

You can stream [the album or video]  [include a link]. The publicize date is [date].

*Tactic B (For attending a live event)*

I'm going to play a gig near you in [months]. I thought you'd like to be a part of it. It’s [a recap of the event].

Would you be interested in reviewing it? If that's the case, I'd want to get you on the guestlist with your entourage.

The remaining dates are [dates & times]. Should you wish to attend, please let me know and I will ensure that you are added to the list.

*Closure*

I look forward to working with you on additional projects.

Kind regards,
[Your name]

*Important link*
Audio (Spotify Link) // Video (Youtube Link) // Social Media // Website // Email

 

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