How do I pitch my songs to artists and labels?

Step 1: Prepare a Professional Pitch Package

Before reaching out, make sure you have:

  • Polished demo (can be simple but clear)
  • Lyric sheet (PDF or in body of email)
  • Metadata (title, credits, genre, mood)
  • Short description (“Mid-tempo R&B ballad for female vocals, breakup theme”)

Optional but helpful:

  • Link to more of your catalog (SoundCloud, Disco, etc.)
  • Bio or elevator pitch about you as a writer


 Step 2: Research Who to Pitch To

  • Artists directly: via DMs or email (especially indie or emerging ones)
  • Labels: Find A&Rs or creative directors who sign or pitch songs
  • Managers/Producers: Sometimes more open to discovering writers than artists are

Tips:

  • Use LinkedIn, Instagram, label websites, AllAccess, Rostr, or Chartmetric to find contacts
  • Follow their work and reference it in your message


 Step 3: Write a Strong Pitch Message

Subject Line (Email):

Song for [Artist Name] – “Title” (Midtempo Pop / Heartbreak Theme)

Message Example:

Hey [Name],
I’m a songwriter based in [City], and I wanted to share a song I wrote that I think would be a great fit for [Artist Name].

 Title – a moody pop ballad about heartbreak (demo + lyrics below).

Let me know if it’s something you'd consider for a future project. I’d love to collaborate or send more if you're open.

Thanks for your time!
[Your Name + Contact Info]


 Step 4: Where to Send

  • Email (preferred): Use professional tone + clickable streaming links (Disco, SoundCloud, private YouTube)
  • DMs: Keep short, use curiosity (e.g., “Hey! I wrote a hook I think [Artist Name] would kill. Can I send?”)


 Pitching Do’s

  • Personalize every message
  • Keep it short and respectful
  • Send only what fits their style or sound
  • Track who you pitch and follow up once after 7–10 days


 Pitching Don’ts

  • Don’t send massive files or attachments
  • Don’t say “this will be your next hit”
  • Don’t pitch unfinished or low-quality demos
  • Don’t mass-blast without personalization


 Takeaway:

Pitching is a mix of strategy, timing, and respect. The more tailored, clear, and professional you are, the better your chances of being heard—and remembered.

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