Rock Music PR & Metal Music PR for Bands and Artists
Stampede Press delivers expert rock and metal music PR, securing features in top magazines and webzines to boost your EPs, albums, and gigs.
Bespoke Press Campaigns for EPs & Albums
Stampede Press is a UK-based rock and metal music PR agency specialising in worldwide EP and album promotion. In today’s crowded music industry, simply uploading your music isn’t enough. To grow, you need press coverage, fanbase expansion, and industry recognition. That’s what we deliver. We help bands like yours secure features in Metal Hammer, Kerrang!, Classic Rock, Prog, Powerplay, Fireworks, and more — turning your releases into opportunities that generate exposure, credibility, and income.
Our bespoke press campaigns are designed to deliver results. Whether you’re launching a new EP, album, or tour, we’ll create a strategy that gets your music reviewed, interviewed, and featured in the right outlets. The outcome? A stronger artist press kit, a growing fanbase, more merchandise sales, and the chance to get noticed by festival organisers, booking agents, and managers.
Why Bands Choose Stampede Press
With over 20 years of experience as musicians, mentors, and PR specialists, we know how to cut through the noise. We’ve built a powerful media network across the rock and metal scene — from international titles to grassroots zines — and we use those connections to put your band in front of the right people. Unlike generic PR firms, we understand the heavy music culture, its audience, and the gatekeepers who can make or break your career.
Our founder, Rob Town, combines real-world industry experience with academic credibility. He holds a Master’s Degree in Music Industry Innovation & Enterprise, has toured worldwide supporting Metallica, Alice In Chains, and Papa Roach, and teaches as a university tutor and mentor. That mix of authenticity, professionalism, and proven expertise gives your band the credibility to stand out in an oversaturated market.
In short: we don’t just promote your music — we help you grow your audience, increase your income, and open doors to the career opportunities every rock and metal artist needs.
Affordable Rock & Metal Music PR Packages
We are proud to offer cost-effective music PR packages that deliver real, measurable results without breaking the bank. Each package includes one-to-one PR strategy consultations and access to educational eBooks designed to strengthen your understanding of the music industry while helping you grow a loyal fanbase and sell more merchandise.
Whether you’re an emerging rock or metal artist releasing your first EP or an established band looking to elevate your profile with album promotion, Stampede Press provides tailored solutions to help you secure press coverage, build credibility, and achieve long-term career growth.
Contact us today using the PR enquiry form below and let’s start building a strategy to get your music heard.
Stampede PR campaigns come loaded with benefits including
Media Reviews & Feature Spots
Featured On Stampede Press Media
Fan Growth Coaching Strategies
Guides & Strategy To Selling More Merch
Advertising Procurement
Haulix EPK and Google Reporting
Bands and Artists We’ve Promoted Through Music PR Campaigns
Here are just some of the rock and metal bands we’ve helped through our bespoke music PR campaigns. From EP and album launches to festival promotion and press coverage, these artists trusted Stampede Press to amplify their music and grow their fanbase.
Rock & Metal Music Releases Promoted to Leading Magazines and Webzines
We deliver rock and metal music PR campaigns to some of the most respected outlets in the industry, including Metal Hammer, Planet Rock, Kerrang!, Classic Rock, Prog, Powerplay, Fireworks Magazines, and many more. Our trusted media network ensures your EPs, albums, and tours get noticed by the press, fans, and industry professionals who matter most.
11 Reasons Why Bands Should Hire a Music Publicist
In today’s competitive music industry, hiring a professional music publicist can be the difference between being overlooked and standing out. A skilled publicist helps bands and artists gain press coverage, grow their fanbase, sell more merchandise, and build long-term credibility. From securing features in magazines and webzines to shaping your band’s professional image, here are 11 key benefits of working with a music PR expert.
1. Increased Media Exposure
A music publicist leverages their press and media connections to secure coverage in magazines, webzines, blogs, and radio. The right press boosts visibility and creates momentum for future opportunities.
2. Professional Image & Press Kit Creation
Publicists craft and maintain a professional band image, ensuring your EPK (Electronic Press Kit), biography, and assets stand out to journalists and promoters.
3. Efficient Music PR Campaign Management
From album launches to tour promotion, publicists design and manage campaigns that are strategic, organised, and results-driven.
4. Improved Online Visibility For Your Music
By getting your name into Google News, blogs, and media outlets, a publicist makes your band easier to find online, boosting fan discovery and credibility.
5. Regular Press Kit EPK Updates
Publicists keep your press kit fresh, ensuring you always present your band in the strongest possible light to media and industry professionals.
6. Creative Social Media Strategies
With innovative social media promotion, publicists help you engage fans, create buzz, and grow your online presence.
7. Enhanced Credibility Through Press Coverage
Sharing PR results across social channels and websites proves to both fans and industry that your band is active, respected, and gaining attention.
8. Access to Bigger Platforms
Experienced publicists can secure features on major music platforms and media outlets, opening doors to larger audiences and industry insiders.
9. Long-Term Growth Strategy
Publicists don’t just promote one release — they help create a career roadmap that supports sustainable growth.
10. Target Audience Expansion
By tailoring campaigns, publicists expand your fanbase beyond your current demographic, reaching new listeners and markets.
11. Focus on Music Creation
With PR managed professionally, your band can focus on writing, recording, and performing, while still building visibility and momentum.
PR ENQUIRY FORM
TESTIMONIALS
"Stampede Press took us to a whole new audience. We have gone on to become one of the most talked about bands on the rock scene."
She Burns Red
“Stampede's guidance was paramount to the success of our debut album, ‘MCLXXX’. We were astounded by their work and will definitely be back!”
King Kraken
“Rob gave us creative ideas that pushed our presence and we are stoked by the results. His knowledge, guidance and communication are second to none!”
South Of Salem
"I can’t think of anyone better to advise emerging rock acts on strategy, growing an audience and formulating realistic and obtainable goals with pr and marketing."
Bruce Dickinson
WaterBear
“We love working with Stampede. Rob has been invaluable to us and is without doubt one of ‘the good guys.’ He’s great at what he does and cares a lot about the acts he works with."
The Virginmarys
“If you’re an aspiring musician and want a reality check that can seriously help you navigate the choppy music industry waters, look no further than Stampede Press."
Toby Jepson
Planet Rock/Wayward Sons
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Meet Your PR Manager
"I'm here to help musicians avoid the scams and common pitfalls I and many others have fallen into. This is an opportunity for you to learn from my mistakes and successes, while thriving more with your passion for music!" - Rob Town
Experienced Music PR Expert and Musician
Stampede Press founder Rob “Bobby” Town is a highly experienced music PR professional, artist mentor, and musician with over 20 years in the industry. Holding a Master’s Degree in Music Industry Innovation & Enterprise, Rob blends academic expertise with practical success.
As a former member of the UK rock/metal band Panic Cell, he toured internationally, sharing stages with Metallica, Alice In Chains, and Papa Roach. This first-hand experience gives him unique insight into the realities of being an artist, from EP and album promotion to global touring and merchandise sales.
Trusted Music Industry Mentor, Entrepreneur, and Educator
Beyond his performance career, Rob has built multiple successful music businesses and now leads Stampede Press, specialising in rock and metal PR campaigns, artist management strategies, and music promotion services.
He is also a university tutor and mentor, guiding the next generation of musicians and music industry professionals. Rob’s approach combines press campaign expertise, industry connections, and educational mentoring to deliver measurable results: press coverage, fanbase growth, merchandise sales, and long-term career opportunities.
By combining global touring experience, academic authority, and business leadership, Rob Town has earned a reputation as one of the UK’s most trusted names in rock and metal PR, helping artists worldwide build careers that last.
Rob Has Shared Stages and Worked With Rock and Metal Legends
From global tours with Metallica, Alice In Chains, and Papa Roach to years of working alongside leading promoters, managers, and press outlets, Rob Town brings real-world experience that connects directly with the needs of today’s artists.
FAQS - MUSIC PR CAMPAIGNS
Frequently Asked Questions About Rock and Metal Music PR
What is Music PR and why does my band need it?
Music PR helps bands and artists promote their music by securing features, reviews, and interviews in trusted media outlets. Stampede Press specialises in rock and metal PR, earning coverage in Metal Hammer, Kerrang!, Classic Rock, Planet Rock and more. Effective PR builds your fanbase, increases streaming and merch sales, and gets you noticed by managers, booking agents and festival organisers.
How do you promote new music releases?
We design bespoke PR campaigns for EPs, albums, tours and festival appearances. Your music is pitched to the right magazines, blogs and webzines, generating reviews, interviews and features that strengthen your press kit and grow fan engagement.
How much does a PR campaign charge?
The cost of a music PR campaign depends on the scope of promotion and your goals. Our affordable PR packages start from £399 and include one-to-one strategy sessions, educational resources and targeted media outreach focused on press coverage, fanbase growth, merch sales and industry connections.
Who have you worked with?
Our campaigns have secured coverage in Metal Hammer, Kerrang!, Classic Rock, Prog, Powerplay, Fireworks and respected webzines. Artists we support have gained attention from festival organisers at events such as Download, Bloodstock and Rockstock.
What results can Music PR deliver?
Well-planned campaigns generate media coverage, new listeners, stronger streaming numbers, increased merchandise sales and greater credibility with promoters, labels and managers. We focus on outcomes that move careers forward, not vanity metrics.
Why choose Stampede Press?
Stampede Press is led by Rob Town, who holds a Master’s Degree in Music Industry Innovation & Enterprise, has toured internationally supporting Metallica, Alice In Chains and Papa Roach, and teaches as a mentor and university tutor. With over two decades of real-world experience and academic expertise, we deliver trustworthy, proven strategies for artists in the UK and worldwide.
Is Music PR worth it for independent bands?
Yes. Independent and unsigned artists benefit from PR because it provides the credibility and exposure needed to reach journalists, promoters, labels and fans, while creating opportunities for long-term growth.
How long does a Music PR campaign take?
Most campaigns run for 6–12 weeks depending on whether you’re promoting an EP, album, tour or festival appearance. Longer timelines allow for more interviews, features and sustained fan engagement.
Can PR help my band get on festivals and tours?
Yes. Consistent press coverage raises your profile with festival bookers, tour promoters and managers, demonstrating momentum and professionalism that leads to more live opportunities.
Can Music PR increase merch and ticket sales?
PR creates awareness and excitement around your releases and shows, which drives interest from new fans and supports higher merchandise, vinyl and ticket sales.
