10 Ways To Get Your Music Heard in 2024

[@Ruinwyn]

I like that you acknowledged that people are basically releasing songs before they are ready.

[@ItsWesSmithYo]

Songs are ready when the artist thinks they are ready. Every other judgement is a music industry creation put in place to make money.

[@aderitobucuane9925]

@@ItsWesSmithYolove your comment ❤

[@pharrohak47]

Independent rapper

[@CoryRayGordonMusic]

I've ran into many that believe their songs need to be perfect. Therefore they never end up producing anything. "You can only fail if you never try, don't let fear control your life".

[@spiritlevelstudios]

​@maylnwoodno need to confuse perfection with completion.

[@synthwalker_prod]

00:00 how does an atrist get 1000 presaves on spotify 06:10 how to promote music without using social media 13:17 what is the best way to monetise an audience 18:05 how does your advice/strategy change for different music genres 22:18 what is the best advice for up and coming artists 28:16 do you believe that artists should sign to record labels 33:19 what is the easiest way to blow up on socials 37:22 where to start with making daily content 41:54 how often would you release music 47:36 do you believe artists should boycott spotify

[@DamianKeyes]

Thanks, appreciate you 🙂🙂

[@Einnor084]

YUPPERZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzz!!! @ 47:36

[@pharrohak47]

I'm a rapper

[@michaelbonesmusic]

I don't presave - agreed it is an unneeded step in the flow of new music. Put it out and you can market it anytime after it is available is the way to go. I have started getting into video lately - I know you said the music video is dead but I think video is coming back as a more engaging way to experience your favourite artists. Just getting started myself so I always appreciate your videos!

[@pharrohak47]

New rapper check out my music

[@manzg1]

Damian is genuinely one of the best out here. Even just the fact that he's not reading a script the entire time is so impressive. Whoever gets the chance to work with him is sorteddd

[@DamianKeyes]

I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this message, thank you so much 😊😊

[@pharrohak47]

Im on Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Pandora, iHeart Radio, KZbin, Odysee, RapFame, etc etc

[@grahamabrahams7488]

Timing is everything. Your inner core will tell you when you’re ready to launch. Then do it!

[@grahamabrahams7488]

Yep, you’re spot on. Singles for discovery and albums for monetisation.

[@guidokreeuseler9566]

The thing with the album in this day and age is that a lot of musicians still regard it as a bundle that must be delivered as a complete package in one go, even if that isn't even how it was historically done. My theory is that you can absolutely create a body of work on the framework of an album and have an actual album in your catalog at the end of a year of 18 month period, BUT you treat it as a "season" in a series. The album concept gives you a focussed aesthetic for designs (artwork, backdrops, stage props etc.), themes and sounds for the songs and social media posts. Each song can be a single (doesn't have to be) with cover art and spotify canvas that is consistent and tied together until the album is fully released, after 6-10 monthly singles, or maybe you release the full album on bandcamp but drip it out as singles on the streaming platforms. The Album is your (band's) aesthetic for the next 6 months or a year or 2. It's basically another level of Batch Creation like Damian advices for social media content. You can do it over the course of a month and while it all drips out you can already start planning and designing the next one.

[@pharrohak47]

Rapper check out my albums Ordeal (2019), The Throne (2021), & Multilingual (2023).

[@kardamona_]

have you tried it?

[@ThornHaze]

Great advice about the 100 songs. This year, I have written, recorded and filmed myself making 276 songs/demos so far. I'm trying to get to 300 by 2024. It was day 160 when I had a video blow up and I got 30k followers on TikTok and 500k views. I'm still learning as I'm going on but I'm starting to learn how I can use my super powers to stick out. Thanks Damo for the great advice!

[@marcus7195]

The roadblock I run into all the time is startup capital and pragmatic time... whilst on paper I have time, realistically having a gruelling 7:00-5 job ruins any sense of productivity for evenings. My strength is the number of songs I write in a short space of time, and live performance. But to perform live I need money for equipment, and (to make it the best show for an audience) other musicians. It feels like such a slow grind that its de-motivating

[@ColouredPaperShapes]

Yes, really love seeing long form organic content from you Damian, really helpful practical advice, and love the honesty and authenticity of the discussion in this video

[@zandykarasulas]

Love this long form unedited style! Helps me connect with your thought process better, and also is really helpful for me to spend longer immersed in listening and thinking about this topic. There's more time for me to come up wth ideas and reorganise my thoughts and intentions to motivate me to take action on what you're sharing. Thanks for the video!!

[@DamianKeyes]

Really appreciate the feedback, I will start working on more long form content from next week 🙂🙂

[@zandykarasulas]

@@DamianKeyes Epic!

[@pharrohak47]

author of 3 albums available on all platforms

[@kierangrossman1814]

Finally, a marketing expert who doesn’t use marketing jargon, but speaks in a clear manner. There’s so much contradictory and vague advice out there so this is such a breath of fresh air. Thank you

[@DamianKeyes]

I really appreciate this, thank you so much. New video incoming, hope you enjoy it! 🙂🙂

[@lorawaloski]

Spotify is what the radio used to be for discovery: if you boycott it you’re only shooting yourself in the foot. I wish more people realized that.

[@jdtorian]

Make 100 of anything and you don’t have to ask if if you’re good. You’ll know. Sage advice!🎉

[@DamianKeyes]

Love this, thanks so much, appreciate you 🙂🙂

[@CaleMoonCountry]

I love the long form style! Feels like a lot more value and easier to follow 👍 More of this please! Great education as always!

[@SimonSafhalter]

+1

[@MidlifeRenaissanceMan]

Ditto

[@pharrohak47]

My music is fire

[@gabofortuna]

TONS of great stuff to chew on. Thanks Damian, I really appreciate the longer format. It allows for more context and examples. Cheers!

[@DamianKeyes]

Really appreciate that Gabriel, this really helps! Thanks 🙂🙂

[@alexreis4965]

Love this format Damien, keep it coming!

[@kathihertz510]

This was amazing information. I have a friend who has an interesting bio. But he is concerned about his age. He comes from a father who was in the music industry and has since passed. My new friend is amazing and Very gifted but doesn't seem to be able to fly or present as himself. I think he said he had over 50 songs written. He has an amazing voice and a natural ability to write. He has been singing And performing since he was 8. At least 50 years. I spiritually connected with him recently and I can see one of his songs being part of a soundtrack for a movie with a good message. Or perhaps even being a song for an International charitable organization. At this time I don't understand fully. Why he hasn't gone for it, especially with his family roots in music. And his ability and talento write sing and play instruments. Very personable very charismatic human. I think I overwhelm him which i do not want to do. I sent him your link to this awesome New Year 2024 focus. Thank you for making this and I will look forward to listening to more of your sharing. I listened to your entire post every word ❤

[@DamianKeyes]

Really appreciate this, thank you so much 🙂🙂

[@grahamabrahams7488]

I’ve just singed to a startup record label, “RadBrand”. Stay tuned to this station!

[@Prettypie39]

I don't think I've ever commented on a video before, but feel the need to here. This was brilliant and I love the long form content. This feels more like mentorship than someone trying to scam me or sell me something, and it works a lot better... I feel way more inclined to support you now or sign up to learn more from you. Love it!!

[@DamianKeyes]

I really appreciate that, thank you so much. I’ll try to being more value with long form content 😊😊

[@kardamona_]

I would add that it really felt as if you were talking directly to my@@DamianKeyes and I thought of searching your school for 3 times, loved your references to your early busiess experiences, but one hour is a loong time, I watched it all and it was serving the bill to my resting recources. perhaps 30-45 minutes is also good! Thank you for this Video!

[@ParaaShakti]

the long form video worked for me cause i saw that you posted a 55 minute video- i felt like "okay hes really going to get into depth with the proper understandings on how to make it happen, i trust this. let us learn."

[@TheWorldsNo1Superstar]

Damien, Wish us a Happy Birthday, We turn 48 on December 1st and will be celebrating 25 years in the industry. Thanks for the wisdom! ❤

[@DawidvandenBerg]

This was great! Thanks Damian! I loved it. I didn't listen to the whole thing, but skipped to the questions that was relevant for me.

[@VickieMarisMusic]

Thank you for your video. I appreciated hearing your thoughts on each of these subjects - all so important to those of us balancing between continually growing as an artist and also getting our music out to the world, with a goal of it becoming an income stream.

[@jaredprice1]

Been playing this on repeat. I do that with a lot of your long form videos but this is the recent one I've been repeating over and over

[@pharrohak47]

I am a Rapper

[@thecandlebombs]

Cheers! and very grateful for longer content, Happy holidays

[@steffenbrix]

Yes!! This long form, less edited videos are SO much better!! ❤ We grew up on the same music 😊 I actually think that less options is a good thing. The problem with all streaming is option paralysis...and all the bad quality stuff. I LOVE that I grew up in the cassette and LP time...and CDs as a teenager. There was so much more love in finding music to own and to show friends. An app on a phone is just so insanely uninteresting. I've felt this way ever since streaming came into the picture. But I know it's not going to change....

[@pharrohak47]

My channel has some exclusive music

[@ProlificStudio]

There's no urgency for music like it was before 20, 30 even 40 years ago, cause there's so many other priorities for consumers right now in time. Music will always be there waiting. Always. And it's been like this since dawn of It. So that's why you dont feel the need of It. Cause nobody Will stole your time, your artistry, your talents, your songs, your visión, your concept and every other Word we like to write, produce, compose, etc. Just do the f*cking songs first, then you'll be able to get another step. And that's the way It goes. Be worried about getting yourself a Happy new year 2024, then go back to music, It Will be there waiting for you. Be happy, be blessed and be loved. 🎶🌎🧡🙌🏻😊

[@ronnieblanchet4072]

SOLI DEO GLORIA (To The Glory Of God Alone) Father, Son & Holy Spirit -Ronnie

[@heidivincent]

Omgosh! Thank you very much! ❤ I’ve been banging my head against the wall on this issue! ❤

[@kdgdeuce]

I don’t like long form videos tbh but this was a video I needed as an artist so ofc I watch the whole thing and I appreciate any length vid you drop to help us out real shit

[@AllisonZ.]

So helpful! This is the first time I'vs seen you and have already learned so much! LOVE the long form!

[@DamianKeyes]

Welcome to the party, really appreciate your comment, thank you 🙂🙂

[@echotownofficial]

Anyone else feel that tap on the shoulder at 23:07? Beautiful.

[@DaniilTomachynskyi]

Just finished a 2023 video...wish me luck in 2024 with 7 monthly listeners 😢😅 Thank you for your video !

[@kameraadbonesoep]

Long format is great Damian! Nothing like a good comprehensive lecture! Thanks a lot, professor!

[@timcoffeysongwriting]

Some really good tips about generating and recycling content. Sometimes it's exhausting just thinking about the volume that's needed to even have a chance at gaining traction on social media.

[@dannymendlow869]

Much prefer this format - length, pacing and vibe to the high energy, loud and fast style.

[@ArtisticWomenSongwriters-jk2yo]

Thanks for breaking it down for us Damian! I recently came across your videos and have been digging in deep. These simplified truths help artist focus on the important things to help them move forward without over complicating things and letting ego analyst. I am trying to help artist get started at a very early level. These videos help a lot! I do like the long form, I also like the short to the point videos that tackle one important subject.

[@NeduC]

The most realistic perspective to modern music ❤ Thanks for the insight

[@kellum]

This video is more helpful than spotify blog posts about releases ahahha, great video thanks for the advice 🙏

[@Northwooddrift]

You really helped me. Thank you. Your words got my mind right and reminded me of a ton of things I needed to hear. Thank you.

[@JoeyBrueck]

Fantastic! Unfortunately I’m already 65 years old and it seems to be a little too late to follow all your advice but I’m gonna tell my son to do so. 👍🏼🍀

[@tiquelewis4062]

There are few KZbinrs I would be willing to listen to for this long. You, however, are one of them. So yeah, more please!

[@jordankahn9298]

Long-form fireside chat content is my favorite and preferred. Like a mini podcast. Definitely do more of these... Plus you can put in much more valuable detail than a chopped up shorter piece of content... And we don't have to scroll around searching for answers so much. Good idea!

[@pharrohak47]

I make rap music

[@Bradkelleymusic]

Love the long form! Great advice, I appreciate the content 🙏🏻

[@WereNotScaredOfRobots]

I've been watching your channel for a while, tried some of your tips and advice on a previous project and gained 15,000 organic Spotify streams that I couldn't believe, unfortunately the project disbanded, this is now my new one and we have a release planned for January, we are starting your "23 day release" plan that is on your website. I hope the same happens again haha, but I just want to say thank you for helping musicians and artists the way you have!

[@pharrohak47]

Independent Rapper Pharroh AK47

[@jamezmonroe]

Without Social Media, I find it unrealistic to start a serious career in music, honestly. I'm lucky enough to be a big Social Media fan, and I don't have the same mindset as the (typically artist) I love e-commerce, marketing, and promotion which are the most exciting parts of the business. It's not all about the art, and it has never been, by the way!

[@mikenewbold1699]

no talent

[@jamezmonroe]

@@mikenewbold1699 Are you talking to me??

[@beautifulcaramelman]

​@@mikenewbold1699The person who you regard as talented, is the talented person, who you know. There are 1000s of talented people, who you don't know. Because they're not talented at promoting their musical talent. They only have the musical talent. If a tree falls and no one sees it, did it fall? ... If you break the record in your bedroom(with no one else to see it), did you break the record?

[@mikenewbold1699]

i'm sure you thought this was a deep and profound comment. It wasn't@@beautifulcaramelman

[@MastaPharaohBeats]

Yes you should do more videos like this! I appreciate you providing examples of different ways to go about each of the steps including the wrong ways lol! Definitely gave me a some new ideas/ways of thinking about career building, making content, etc.

[@pharrohak47]

Independent Artist

[@musicbizmentors]

I think your long version videos are really helping the artist promote...they have to dedicate the time to really listen! I refer your videos to many indie musicians! THANKS!

[@DamianKeyes]

Really appreciate that, thank you so much 🙂🙂

[@DidacticMK]

Damian in answer to your question, personally I enjoyed the 'less choppy' video however, I am not a regular watcher of your content and wasn't aware of your 'choppier' videos. I tend to enjoy these longer videos so this one made me a subscriber. Thank you for sharing this!

[@DamianKeyes]

I really appreciate this feedback, thank you. A new video is incoming in a minute, hope this one is interesting 🙂🙂

[@SuperSomom]

Please continue with these yea! You nailed this one. Answered a lot of my unanswered questions . And I even heard it while working, longform content is really better for these situations, so I don’t have to grab my phone every 8 minutes and find something new 🥰

[@pharrohak47]

Rapper Pharroh AK47

[@heatherellsworth4374]

Thank you Damian. I appreciated hearing your advice on making daily content.

[@dajakaal]

I think it's your best video yet I've seen, seen a few over last few years. Churr from New Zealand.

[@stephmichmusic]

Damian, love your content! The one thing I have yet to really see is a plan for songwriters. I want other artists to sing my songs, but I release singles occasionally, following your plan-a little, just to put myself out there. Of course being a songwriter means I WANT to be in the background so social media is anathema to me. And with algorithm changes I can’t even get more than 200 views anymore. Do I even need to market myself that way since it’s producers, A&R, managers, publishers, and artists who are my real target audience? But all the 10-step plans I ever come across are for performing artists. Is my only solution to continue to pitch to publishers? How do I make myself known as a songwriter?

[@Moyzesh.mp3]

I suggest you either become a singer or find one singer to partner with you and be with her/him as a duo for all the socials

[@Damngoodchicken_]

You’re where I was when I first started. And no I don’t mean that in a disrespectful way. I didn’t want to be the artist, just the songwriter but I quickly realized it’s all about who you know. You’re better off being the artist until you get a song off then going back into the songwriter world. Plenty of artists did that. You may call em one hit wonders but they popped off a song, got a good deal then went back to why they originally started.

[@pharrohak47]

Underground Rapper

[@musicbizmentors]

To get musicians to record your song you need to reseach up & coming singers and then approach that artist's manager ro them directly about permission to send those songs. Maybe have those on a protect soundcloud intead of a spotify account.

[@JimithyJamithy]

Sir, this long form content is how you got me to sub. I just spoke out loud to only my cat and God, that I would like to give you a hug for how much passion you show to the idea of more artists creating and succeeding.

[@clintonsings]

I ❤ this long format. Hits home more. Thanks Damian

[@DamianKeyes]

Really appreciate the feedback I will start work on more long form content for next week! 🙂🙂

[@jordanj9069]

Mate, I’ll watch all of these from beginning to end

[@DestinyMakesMusic401]

Love this video! Needed to hear this as a new artist I’ve been writing & recording for only 4 years & I’m trying to get out of the bad habit of skipping steps, rushing things, or doing them myself rather than paying to get the quality

[@DamianKeyes]

You got this 🤍

[@fuzzylogickben]

More of this please! My KZbin time is when I'm doing other things and it's "suggested video" algorithm sucks! With shorter videos i have to turn off whatever KZbin wants me to watch and go find something else better every 10 minutes!

[@Thereallanmine]

Love the detail off the video and very inspiring. Much love brotha

[@bransby]

I think this works really well as a format for your videos, but only when I've got time to sit and watch it, fortunately I did this morning. Anyway thanks, this was really useful.

[@ernesto-mora-music]

anyone able to market music and see results, is a real ninja, I work in advertising and one of the most challenging to see results is the music industry (usually cause the budgets are so low)

[@lisahart5905]

I really love your style!! Tell it like it is baby!! Very informative and articulate! Bravo

[@alvaroalonso285]

Definitely more long format videos! For someone who mainly consumes youtube while working, long format / podcast style videos are great for learning while on the day job 🙌

[@pharrohak47]

Did you hear the new Pharroh AK47?

[@NIGH.NE.]

Thank you for all this information, loved the longer form content :)

[@fredaleaskmusic3075]

I enjoyed that! Quite literally a fireside chat. I am seated by the fire on a Friday night and, since i am considering releasing some more music and questioning what/how I am doing it, it was so relevant & engaging.. You have covered a lot of areas and answered a lot of my questions. It is such an ever-changing minefield & it is good to be able to connect with someone who is ' on the ball.' I loved the long form content as I felt I could settle into it. Thank you so much or your ongoing content, as a small artist, trying to work professionally, albeit at a 'hobby' level, you really have helped me so much so far.

[@thefatboyherofe]

Honestly one of your best vide (for sure top 3). Your 23 days single and 6 month album are my other favorites but here you gave all the info from them and touch other topics but in a crash course.

[@BorderRebels]

I've watched dozens (scores?) of your videos & this is one of the best. Definitely like the long-form; recognised myself in some of your 'don't do this' examples, laughed & decided to shape up in 2024. About time; but gimme a break, I'm only 77...👀

[@podespault]

Amazing stuff! Long unedited content is so much better!

[@tmbe_official]

You really motivated me! Thank You! Lots of work to do!

[@durti3goos3]

Thank you for this video. You have given me alot to consider.

[@armyof100sheep]

I enjoyed long form video! Would love to see more! Thanks!

[@DanKesterke]

I dig the long form format. Thank you for taking the time to pull this together. Lots to think about and implement. Cheers!

[@TheRealMaterializer]

Loved this, it gave me so many ideas for creating content. I also like the candid opinion on Spotify.

[@KAUTIONMUZIC]

Thank you for this. I am trying to get my plays trending upward and love brutal honesty

[@DamianKeyes]

Appreciate it, thank you so much 🙂🙂

[@sophiequirionxo]

This video was amazing. I find you different in this format, you seem to show more that you are open to people’s different strategies and you take time to explain it in a logical, non judgmental way. I’ll actually try many things you’re mentioned, so thank you very much! 👍🏻

[@DamianKeyes]

Ahh that’s so great to hear, more like this coming!

[@arturonrm4360]

AMAZING video…really hit me. You really know how to put all the concepts and ideas and the real thing of how music industry works nowadays (particularly for the new ones like me) in a language that all can understand. Really like your video, your vibe, the way you talk, and of course I will look forward for more of this kind of videos. THANKS!

[@Ebencrowe]

Just thought I’d say good on ya, watched it all. Probably will revisit tomorrow as it brought up some really specific thoughts.

[@AndiNovaOfficial]

Love your mindset, subscribed.

[@DamianKeyes]

Thanks so much Andi, appreciate that 🙂🙂

[@lazar.vision]

Yo Damian great format for this type of content/topic! ❤‍🔥thanks a bunch

[@ACEtheNME]

All of your vids are extremely informative and motivational at the same time.

[@DamianKeyes]

Appreciate that, thank you. The biggest video of the year is dropping today. 'How to release a single in 2024'. It's a big one, hope it helps 🙂🙂

[@kiyaankara-mystikaschool1235]

I'm liking the long form, I've just listened to the whole thing whilst driving around Ubud in Bali. Thanks for all your insights

[@DamianKeyes]

Oh that’s awesome, I loved Ubud although it was defo intense riding 😂 I’ll keep varying things up and getting some long form out 😊😊

[@RealSSTELLA]

This is the realest video I watched in a minute

[@nonashae3328]

LOVE IT THANK YOU!!! yupp. really like this long form once or twice a month would be awesome!

[@jadreza8182]

This has really helped me understand the wider context right now. This longer form of video is superb. I benefit from the shorter ones too so many thanks. 🙏👍👍😊

[@yuliyadubovskaya8168]

Amazingly helpful video. I love they way you think and explain the things in a long detailed way.

[@GrimRockandRoll]

Great point on Spotify. I posted on my socails about it and wow the response. I was like, why put yourself at a disadvantage by removing your music? Losing any one spot to promote is bad period, especially with how much is available to listen to. People can easily listen to someone else instead, right?

[@K1KOSZmusic]

Just discovered your channel, i am learning so much!

[@wildhorsemusic1111]

I love long form. Looking forward to relaxing and learning about the music industry!

[@abbiegathardmusic]

Thank you so much for releasing videos like this. You have made my day!

[@DamianKeyes]

That really does mean a lot to me thank you so much 😊😊

[@browndiamn2345]

Thanks educational, understanding and comfortable to watch. Humorous at times, enjoyed 👍💯

[@TheWorldsNo1Superstar]

@Damiankeyes Wish us a Happy Birthday, We turn 48 on December 1st and will be celebrating 25 years in the industry. Thanks for the wisdom! ❤

[@liamelliottwav]

Definitely enjoy the long for so much good info and refreshers

[@wayne4368]

Think that was one of the best videos you have done. It has helped me in an understanding of the direction and strategy I need to take in releasing my first single. thank you

[@DamianKeyes]

That means a lot thank you, I’m working on a new top 10 for next week 😊😊

[@wayne4368]

@@DamianKeyes looking forward to it your video are helping me so much on this journey

[@EDP_beats]

Yes! I love these long form content as they are easier to simply listen to. I love your edited videos as well, but I needfull atention! haha! This is great for multi tasking!

[@chasemartinez2247]

I loved every second of this! Thank you for your time!!!!

[@pharrohak47]

Subscribe for Music

[@joshuajorgensen3820]

Absolutely incredible video. Thanks so much. You are a master demister. ❤

[@SydneyNicole016]

yes yes, definitely more of these! so much value in one digestible video - love it. thanks damo!

[@pharrohak47]

I make hiphop music

[@funkmachine6420]

Please keep doing videos in this format, way more comfortable to watch and easier to obsorb the information

[@pharrohak47]

Underground Rapper Pharroh AK47

[@badmanrecords8018]

Long format was cool and a nice thing to play in the background while I'm at work.