Social media has taken hold. Web 2.0, the second revolution of the internet, whatever you want to call it, the web is now social and that means you must tap yourself in or get out of the way. This development impacts all industries and that clearly includes the music world. It’s time to get serious about using social media for your online music promotion efforts. Finding success as a band or a songwriter is all about promotion, promotion, promotion. Spread your music to as many ears as possible. Increase your head count at live shows as much as possible. Expand your audience and fan base as far as you can. The question is, given the new state of the music industry, and the changing scene on the internet, how do we do all of these things? If you haven’t already, you have to stop sleeping on social media and dive in.

The internet has become the new center of the music world. One of the best ways to promote your music to a far reaching online audience is to get your songs featured in podcasts. There are loads of audio and video podcast shows out there are always seeking fresh new music to feature as the intro, outros, segues, or theme music for their online production. As the majority of these podcasts are independent in nature themselves, they often seek out music specifically from unsigned artists. This list compiles 52 podcasts from all corners of the net that will feature and promote your music.