Music Promotion Music Promotion MCQ 4

Question 1

What is 'Spotify for Artists' and how does it help with promotion?

Accepted Answer

A dashboard giving artists data on listeners, streams, and tools to pitch to editorial playlists

Answer

Spotify for Artists provides analytics, listener demographics, and the ability to pitch unreleased tracks directly to Spotify's editorial playlist team.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of 'earned media' in music promotion?

Accepted Answer

A blog review written by a music journalist who loved the track organically

Answer

Earned media is unpaid coverage secured through merit — like a journalist reviewing your music because they genuinely liked it.

Question 3

What is the best time to begin promoting a new music release?

Accepted Answer

At least 4–6 weeks before the release date

Answer

Starting promotion 4–6 weeks out allows time to build pre-save campaigns, pitch playlists, secure press coverage, and prime the audience before launch day.

Question 4

What does 'A&R' stand for in the music industry?

Accepted Answer

Artists and Repertoire

Answer

A&R (Artists and Repertoire) refers to the division of a record label responsible for scouting talent and overseeing the artistic development of signed artists.

Question 5

An independent artist is releasing a single on a Friday. Which day should they submit a pitch to Spotify's editorial team?

Accepted Answer

At least 7 days before release (Spotify recommends earlier)

Answer

Spotify requires pitches to be submitted at least 7 days before the release date through Spotify for Artists, though earlier submission gives more lead time.

Music Promotion Practice Test

Music Promotion Practice Test

Music Promotion Music Promotion MCQ 4