How to Get Your Rock/Metal Band Featured by Music Press

Reviews, interviews, premieres & real press coverage for EP and album releases

What you’ll get inside the free guide

Press Kit Checklist

EPK checklist for reviews and features

Campaign Timeline

PR campaign timeline so you stop guessing

Ready To Go Templates

Copy-paste pitch templates to get attention

This guide is best suited to bands releasing in the next 3–6 months

This isn’t for everyone - The guide is for bands who want real press credibility, not shortcuts.

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What this guide helps you understand

Know What Music Press Want

How music blogs, webzines and magazines decide what to cover

What Music Editors Expect

What music press editors and writers expect before they say yes

Why Timing Wins

Why timing and preparation matter more than volume

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How to get a rock or metal band featured by music press with reviews, interviews and EP or album press coverage

Disclaimer:
This guide focuses on credible press coverage, not playlist or bot pitching.

Used by rock and metal bands preparing serious EP and album releases

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Rock music promotion and metal music promotion by UK PR & marketing agency Stampede Press
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