What is in-store radio and how does it work?

Retailers usually play music in their stores to create a pleasant atmosphere for customers, so that they enjoy shopping – and buy more! Often this just means using a playlist or putting on a CD, but most store chains and well-known brands have their own radio stations which provide specialist music for retail. What does

To attach or not to attach: a primer for submitting your music to radio, music blogs, press and labels

The most frequent question I get from artists is “how do I contact the music services listed in your directory?” The answer is always the same. Whether you’re contacting a magazine, music blog, radio show, record label, music distributor or promotional service – you have to check THEIR SPECIFIC submission guidelines before getting in touch.