Plan Your Release
Like a Pro.
Maximize your music's impact by choosing the perfect release date and giving yourself time to pitch to playlists, press, and fans. Get genre-specific tips and never miss a playlist deadline again.
Release Date Planner
Pick your month, get the best dates, and plan your campaign.
Playlist Deadlines
Curators need time to review your submission for editorial playlists.
Press Coverage
Blogs and media often require advance notice for features and reviews.
Fan Engagement
A well-promoted release gets more streams, shares, and excitement.
Maximize Impact
Avoid last-minute stress and give your music the best chance to succeed.
Find Your Best Release Date
1
Choose
Pick your release month and genre
2
Configure
Set your pitching lead time
3
Launch
Get your optimal release dates
Best Times of Year by Genre
Timing your release can make a big difference in how much attention your music gets. Here's a quick guide to the best months and seasons for each genre, plus some tips to help you plan:
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Pop
May–July, September
Summer hits, back-to-school
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Electronic
May–August, December
Festival season, NYE parties
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Hip-Hop
June–September, November
Summer anthems, pre-holiday drops
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Rock
March–June, September
Spring tours, fall album cycles
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Alternative
April–June, October
Festival season, autumn releases
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Other
Varies
Consider holidays, local events, trends
Pro Tip:
No matter your genre, avoid releasing music during major holidays (like Christmas week) unless your song is holiday-themed, as competition is fierce and industry attention is limited.
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