What should I say when I DM an artist about a beat?

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Reaching out to artists via DM can turn into sales—but only if you avoid sounding spammy. Most artists ignore generic copy-paste messages. To stand out, lead with genuine connection before you mention your beats.

 The DM Strategy That Works

 1. Engage First (Before DMing)

• Like, comment, or reply to their content
• Share thoughtful comments on their freestyles, snippets, or drops
• Build visibility before entering their inbox

 2. Start the Conversation Naturally

Here’s a great first DM template:

“Yo [Artist Name], I just checked out your freestyle over the [XYZ] beat—crazy flow  I’m a producer working on some new sounds I think would fit your vibe. Mind if I send you a free pack to check out?”

Why it works:

• You lead with appreciation
• You make it personal and relevant
• You offer value without asking for a sale

 3. Offer Value, Not Just a Link

Once they say yes:

“Appreciate you! Here’s a link to 3 free beats I think fit your style. No pressure—let me know what you think. If you vibe with any, I got more like them.”

This gives them a reason to listen, reply, and engage, not ignore you.

 4. Follow Up (But Don’t Annoy)

If they don’t respond:

• Wait 2–3 days
• Send a casual check-in:

“Hey just wanted to see if you had a chance to check out those beats! Got a couple more you might like too 🔊”

After 2 follow-ups with no reply? Move on. Don’t burn bridges.

 What NOT to Say

 “Yo check my page for beats”
 “I sell fire beats – link in bio”
 “You tryna buy a beat?” (Too aggressive)
 Copy-pasting the same message to 100 artists

 Pro Tip:

Have a free download page or “Starter Pack” you can link to. Make it easy for them to say yes and hear your work.

 Final Thought:

Treat your DMs like conversations, not cold sales. The more human and helpful you are, the more artists will actually want to work with you.