How to Get Your First Press Coverage With No Following

You do not need a big audience to get written about. Many blogs and magazines specifically look for new artists, because discovery is what their readers come for.

Focus on the story, not the numbers

Where you are from, how you recorded, a local scene, or a personal theme in the lyrics can all make a compelling angle. Follower counts matter far less than a clear reason to care.

Start with the right outlets

Aim first for small and mid-sized blogs, zines and genre-specific sites. A few small features give you quotes and links to build on for larger pitches.

Use free submission networks

A network like BRiNSPOT sends your material to many outlets at once, which helps when you are building your first press page.

Collect and reuse

Add every feature to your EPK, share it on social media, and tag the outlet. It shows momentum to the next editor.