Strategic Release Planning for Country Musicians
How do I Promote Singles Versus Albums Effectively?
The music industry changed. Albums are long-term projects; singles are your primary marketing tool. Understanding the difference and when to promote each is essential for modern artists. You can’t apply the same strategy to both.
Single Promotion Strategy
Singles get concentrated promotional push over 8-12 weeks. You’re building momentum toward release day, then sustaining attention for weeks after. This involves: pre-release buzz, release day push on all platforms simultaneously, post-release content like performance videos, live versions, radio appearances. Think of single promotion as a sprint. You’re maximizing visibility in a defined window.
Album Promotion Strategy
Albums are different. An album release is one event surrounded by months of promotion. The album gains momentum through singles, but the album itself is released as a cohesive project. Album promotion tells a story over months. You’re building understanding of the entire project, not just one song. Learn radio strategy at Farm.FM’s radio promotion resources.
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