Artists: Stop Sending Pitches Without Music

Let’s talk about a surprisingly common mistake that too many artists still make: emailing music supervisors without including any music.

Today alone, I’ve received multiple emails from musicians and producers introducing themselves—listing genres, bragging about their one-stop clearance, even offering custom work.
But they forgot the most important part:
They didn’t send any tracks. Not one.

Your Bio Isn’t Enough

Here’s the truth: your bio, accolades, or Wikipedia page won’t get you considered for a placement. What matters most—especially in music supervision—is the sound. We need to hear you to know if your music fits a project. That’s the job.

So when you reach out, make it count. Don’t just say what you do—show us.

What to Include in Your Pitch

If you want your email to actually lead somewhere, make sure it includes:

• A streaming or download link (Disco, SoundCloud, your website—anywhere easy to access)

• A small curated playlist (4–5 tracks that showcase your style and strengths)

• Or at the very least, a couple of tagged MP3s with your name and contact info

If your catalog is one-stop or you offer custom scoring, great—say that. But back it up with examples.

Filmmakers Feel the Same

This isn’t just a supervisor thing. If you’re sending your music to a director, editor, or brand, they don’t have time to decode your bio either. They want to hear what you sound like—fast.

Bottom line? Make it easy to listen.
Because no matter how strong your story is, it’s the music that gets you hired.