Stampede Press UK music PR results featuring Classic Rock, Metal Hammer, Kerrang, and Planet Rock coverage for rock and metal bands

Music PR for Rock and Metal EPs and Albums That Drives Results

27th March 2026

This guide explains how campaign-led music PR turns rock and metal EPs and albums into measurable momentum. You will learn the difference between one-off blasts and structured campaigns, how to build a release arc that editors respect, and practical ways to convert press into fans, merch sales and stronger live opportunities, with snapshots from real heavy music campaigns. Continue Reading »

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Saving Live Music in 2026 | How Fan Growth Will Keep Venues Alive

1st October 2025

Saving live music in 2026 means growing fans, real connections, & supporting venues. UK Music and IFPI reveal how artists can make it happen. Continue Reading »

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11 Benefits Of Hiring A Music Publicist

24th November 2024

Engaging a music publicist can transform the trajectory of a band’s career. With extensive networks they are key to profile success. Continue Reading »

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What Does A Band Manager Do & Why Do You Need One?

16th July 2024

Bands often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities and the workload can be overwhelming. This is where a good band manager helps. Continue Reading »

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How To Maximise Music Merchandise Sales

7th May 2024

The sale of merchandise offers a dual opportunity: to increase revenue and strengthen your artist brand presence in the music industry. Continue Reading »

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Harnessing Spotify for Effective Music PR

24th April 2024

Spotify transforms traditional music PR by empowering artists with direct control over how they connect with listeners. Continue Reading »

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Blog: Managing Great Relationships

8th September 2020

Building and maintaining good healthy relationships with press and media people is the beating heart of a solid publicity campaign. Continue Reading »

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Music Industry Truths: You Can’t Be Everything To Everyone

21st March 2018

You can’t be everything to everyone, especially in music business. It’s impossible in the ever evolving fast paced music industry and the 24/7 accessibility of social media and instant messages. Continue Reading »

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Sustaining mental health wellbeing in the music industry

16th May 2017

As someone that quit a full-time job in my late twenties to join a band and then go on to form a music business, I strongly feel the need to highlight concern about mental health. Continue Reading »

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Music Industry Truths: Ego Vs Alter Ego

28th November 2016

A group of thrill seekers, musicians strive to break through the “infamous” glass ceiling, and for lots it’s a nemesis that’s slain many a music artist Continue Reading »

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No One Cares More About Your Band Than You

20th March 2016

Musicians with serious ambitions will need to come to terms with the business, hard work and investment required to be a band nowadays. Continue Reading »

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