Please read the following before submitting for promotion!

LAST UPDATE: 8/27/2025

Why should you work with us?

We have been trusted by hundreds of bands such as Patient Sixty-Seven, Fame On Fire, Boys of Fall, Happy Hour, and many more notable bands over the last decade. Including labels such as InVogue Records, Thriller Records, Equal Vision Records, and many more. We’ve mastered the art of music promotion with our 10+ years of social media advertising. We reaching over 15+ million accounts monthly across our Instagram and Facebook alone, and amassing 90 million+ YouTube view since 2014. Let us amplify your sound and take your music journey to new heights.

MUSIC PROMO PROGRAMS

  • We appreciate your loyalty! As a legacy band / artist that has been featured with us in the past 10 years, you automatically receive 10% off any future promo package purchase. No referral code needed!

  • Looking to save on music promotion? Our new Referral Program rewards you for spreading the word about our promo packages!

    Here's how it works:

    • Purchase any GKE Promo Package: After buying a package, you'll receive a unique referral code specific to your purchase.

    • Share the Code with Bands: Recommend GKE to other bands in the music scene and share your referral code.

    • Earn Discounts: For each band that uses your code, you'll get 10% off your next promo package purchase.

    • Bigger Bonus! Refer 2 or more bands and unlock a sweet 25% discount on your next package!

  • We've been promoting covers over the last decade and have help propel a lot bands into wider audience with our push on covers.

    • Looking to amplify your cover songs and reach a wider audience? We specialize in promoting cover songs on our platform, boasting over 80 million views on YouTube alone since 2014.

    • Whether you're a band or a solo artist, we can help you get your unique take on popular songs discovered by music fans.

    Take advantage of our limited-time 20% discount and elevate your cover today! 

Promo Packages: Get Your Music Heard!

Looking to get your music out there? We offer a variety of promo packages to fit your needs and budget. All packages include promotion on our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channels. We are excited to announced our brand new different type of tier packages!

  • Playlist Boost – $100

    A strong foundation for new artists to gain traction.

    • Top 15 Spotify placement (21 days)

    • Social media posts (Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X)

    • YouTube Community Tab post

    • No video premiere

    Social Starter – $150

    Kick your campaign up a notch with stronger social presence.

    • Everything in Playlist Boost

    • Top 10 Spotify placement (21 days)

    • Instagram Reels + story share

    • Shared to Facebook Group(s)

    • Website “Song of the Week” feature

  • Basic+ – $200

    Balanced and versatile, great for singles or promo spikes.

    • Top 10 Spotify placement (30 days)

    • Social media posts (Instagram, Facebook, Threads, X)

    • YouTube Community post + optional video feature

    • Playlist: Emo Never Dies! and any other genre-specific playlists of ours

    Reaction Promo – $250

    Boost engagement with video content and reach.

    • Everything in Basic+

    • Reaction video by Local Band Smokeout

    • Crossposted to Instagram

    • Pinned post for 1 week (IG or FB)

    Write-Up Package – $300

    The content-heavy promo that dives deeper into your story.

    • Everything in Basic+

    • Choice of: Review OR Interview

    • Top 5 Spotify placement (30 days)

    • Pinned post (1 week)

    • Website feature

  • Premiere Push – $400

    Powerful rollout option to maximize launch week impact.

    • YouTube Premiere (optional)

    • Top 5 Spotify placement (30 days)

    • Social Media Posts + Pinned Post (1 week)

    • Google Ads (YouTube video-specific)

    • Website feature + Interview or Review

    • IG/FB Story Promo Blast

    Sceneior Spotlight Bundle – $450

    Perfect for rising bands ready to build narrative + reach.

    • Everything in Basic+

    • Top 5 Spotify placement (30 days)

    • Song Review OR Band Interview

    • Sceneior Citizen Podcast feature (subject to approval)

    • Pinned post (1 week on IG or FB)

    • Website “Song of the Week” feature

    • GKE + Sceneior joint story promo

    Exposure PR – $700

    Professional-level campaign with full-service PR support.

    • Everything in Premiere Push

    • Reaction Video by Local Band Smokeout

    • Social Media Ad campaign (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube)

    • Professional Band Bio

    • Partnered PR via Dead Set Publicity:

      • Press release

      • Media outreach

      • Coverage pitching

    Ult. Revamped Package – $1000

    Your complete rollout suite. Best for label artists or full campaigns.

    • Everything in Exposure PR

    • Priority Pinning

    • YouTube Ad

    • Top 5 Spotify placement (45 days)

    • 1-on-1 strategy consult for campaign planning

  • For consistent content creators or bands with quarterly drops.

    • 4x Basic+ Packages per year

    • 30-day Spotify placement each time

    • Full social support on every release

  • Customize any package to fit your goals: Ask us more about it in emails.

    • Spotify Placement: (Ask for details) Top 5, 10, or 15 spots (21 days), or 30 days with Growth / Premium Tier Packages. (Emo Never Dies! reserved for package purchases)

    • Song Review: ($60) Review, social media posts on all platforms.

    • Band Interview: ($60) In-depth article with interview.

    • Reaction Video: ($50) Get a reaction from Local Band Smokeout!

    • Pinned Post: ($75) Limited spots! Pin your music video to our social media (Facebook, Instagram-Main Page / Reels, etc.) for one week. (Label & Ultimate Package priority)

    • Website Feature: ($25) "Song of the Week" feature on the website homepage (1 week).

    • Band Bio: ($40) Professional bio for social media and music profiles.

    • Social Media Ad: ($100-$300+) Targeted ad campaign on Facebook & Instagram. (Additional fees for ad spend)

    • YouTube Ad: ($150-$300+) Promote your video on our YouTube channel.

    All Spotify placements are for 30 days except for the Starter Tier Packages (21 days). Explore the options and find the perfect fit to launch your new release!

NEW TIER PACKAGES

Terms of Service: Get Ready for Your Feature!

To ensure a smooth promotion process, please review the following terms:

Ready to submit your music? Here's what you need to know:

  • Get it in early! Submit artwork and videos 2-3 days before your desired feature date.

  • Content must fit: We only promote music that aligns with our genres we specialize in.

  • Payment upfront: Secure your spot after approval by paying in full (we only accept PayPal).

  • Stats you want? Ask first: Performance stats are available, but request them before paying.

Additional details:

  • We don't accept split payments or custom requests after payment.

    • (We can do request after, just make sure to let us know we can always accommodate.)

  • Share videos via Google Drive or Dropbox. Include a WAV file for custom visualizers.

  • We review songs in 2-3 days, and prioritize quick turnaround for EPs/Albums.

  • Music videos must be under 3-4GB in MP4 or MOV format.

  • Any packages including PR work need at least a 3-5 days in advance to get it sent out to outlets.

  • Need your video removed? We can take it down at any time.

    • Email us if need for the quicker responses.

Questions? Ask away during submission. We're here to help you shine!