How to Send Demos to Labels
Sending demos to labels is still one of the best ways to get signed, get your music released, and build industry relationships. But most demo submissions fail because they don't follow basic professional standards. Here's how to do it right.
Step-by-Step Guide
Research the right labels
Target labels that release music in your genre and style. Listen to their catalog, follow their social media, and understand their aesthetic. A house track sent to a techno label won't get heard.
Prepare your best work
Send your strongest 2-3 tracks, not your entire catalog. Quality over quantity. Ensure tracks are properly mixed and mastered with complete metadata.
Write a professional message
Keep it short: who you are, what you're sending, and why this label is right for it. Include links to your profiles and any notable previous releases or DJ support.
Use professional sharing tools
Don't send MP3 attachments. Use a platform with streaming links, download options, and analytics so you can track if labels are listening.
Follow up once
If you haven't heard back in 2-3 weeks, send one polite follow-up. Labels receive hundreds of demos — persistence is fine, pestering isn't.
Build relationships first
The best demo submissions come from existing relationships. Network with label A&Rs at events, engage with their content, and support their releases before pitching.
Send Demos Professionally With TYFRA
Upload your demos to TYFRA Vault and share them with professional links. Track who's listening, collect feedback, and manage your connections — all from one platform.
- Upload to Vault with full metadata
- Generate professional shareable links
- Track views, downloads, and listen analytics
- Collect timestamped feedback from labels
- Build and manage industry contacts in Connect
- Follow up and track responses
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