Music PR That
Builds Credibility

Audiences Reached250M+
Pieces of Coverage10,000+
Estimated Views25M+
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Building reputations that last

The music industry is more crowded and competitive than ever, making attention harder to earn and trust harder to maintain. The most effective artist strategies go beyond individual releases, strengthening reputation, refining online identity and building lasting momentum. Before pitching begins, we use our Credibility Mapping Method to define the artist’s story, audience, proof points, outlet fit and strongest press angle. Decent Music PR then works with leading digital publications, including Pitchfork, Complex, Billboard, Earmilk, The Guardian, CLASH, Notion, 1883, The Fader and Wonderland, to secure high-profile coverage for our artists. For stronger lead time, we recommend submitting your music 6–8 weeks before release wherever possible.

How it works

Our Music PR service pitches an artist’s music to relevant media to secure credible editorial coverage. Deliverables include targeted outreach, confirmed features and live links, weekly updates and a professional CoverageBook report detailing coverage, reach and results.

Step 1

Artist intake and story audit

Step 2

Press angle and media preparation

Step 3

Journalist / outlet shortlist

Step 4

Personalised pitching and follow-up

Step 5

Coverage and campaign reporting

Step 1

Artist intake and story audit

Step 2

Press angle and media preparation

Step 3

Journalist / outlet shortlist

Step 4

Personalised pitching and follow-up

Step 5

Coverage and campaign reporting

Every pitch is carefully targeted

Every outlet is checked for relevance

Every placement must show real coverage

We guarantee a minimum number of higher-tier and medium-tier placements.

Reviews & Results

Molly StoneMolly Stone

I’ve worked with Decent Music PR multiple times over the last year with pretty much all of my releases. Such a friendly team and so helpful. Very clear communication too! Shout out to Sam, Anna, Tommy, Danielle, Oisin and Leslie for all the help and support with my tracks ❤️

CoverageBook

Clear progress
every week

Every campaign includes a detailed weekly progress report alongside a professional CoverageBook report that brings confirmed press coverage into one place, including live links, publication details, estimated reach and key coverage metrics.

Crafting
our pitch

Defining and communicating an artist’s uniqueness

The role of the press release is to clearly articulate what sets an artist apart and present it in a way that is compelling, credible and worth covering. Its quality directly influences the tone, framing and depth of coverage, making it the foundation for press that amplifies a message rather than distorting it.

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Meet our
senior publicist

Our publicity campaign is about sharing your story with the world and establishing credibility. Our senior publicist, Danielle, will work alongside founder Anna to ensure an artist’s music gets the industry endorsement it deserves. Leveraging our hard-earned network, we’ll work to secure online coverage from reputable outlets that align with your sound, personality, and brand.

Danielle Holian

Senior Publicist at Decent

Press is the path to radio

Credible press can help presenters understand the context around a release

Online press coverage and interviews provide tangible markers of credibility that extend beyond an artist’s own platforms. For radio presenters, this third-party validation can provide useful context. It signals relevance and external interest, helping an artist stand out in an overcrowded landscape. Credible press can make it easier for presenters to engage with a release, listen closely and consider whether the music fits their audience. For artists ready to turn that context into airplay, our radio promotion service gives the campaign a dedicated broadcast route.

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Record labels and press validation

Labels and teams track indicators around cultural relevance, consistency, and audience response. Strong editorial support helps demonstrate all three.

Press is a visible signal of credibility in an industry built on risk assessment. For record labels, it can function as third-party validation: evidence that an artist has been through editorial scrutiny and can hold attention beyond their own channels. Coverage, interviews and features can demonstrate momentum, audience relevance and an understanding of how to position a project publicly. They also show self-investment. Labels are rarely looking for potential alone; they look for artists who have already committed time, resources and intent to building a credible profile. Press helps show that groundwork has been done, reducing perceived risk and building trust before any conversation about signing begins.

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EPK for festivals
and bookings

Press signals legitimacy, momentum, and audience trust

Press is a defining component of a credible Electronic Press Kit because it provides external validation that an artist’s own channels cannot. Press coverage shows that independent editors, publications, and tastemakers have deemed the project worth attention. For festivals and established venues, this distinction matters. Booking decisions are made quickly and at scale, and EPKs are assessed on signals of legitimacy, momentum, and audience trust.

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Landing editorial Spotify playlists

Spotify editors assess relevance through Press

Press coverage shows that independent publications and tastemakers have already engaged with the project and found it worth amplifying. For editors making thousands of playlist decisions, this external validation reduces uncertainty. It signals momentum, professionalism, and audience resonance, making the artist a safer and more credible editorial selection. For curator-led activity beyond editorial consideration, our Spotify playlist promotion service focuses on relevant third-party playlist placements.

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Frequently asked questions

What materials do you need from an artist before pitching to the media?

How do you choose which publications to pitch to?

Can you guarantee specific press placements?

How far in advance should an artist book a Press campaign before release?

How do you measure whether a Press campaign has been successful?

What publications and blogs can you get me featured in?

Do you work with independent artists?

How long does a music PR campaign take?

How do you measure PR success beyond vanity metrics?

Can I combine PR with playlisting or Meta ads?

Isn't guaranteeing placements fake promotion?