Get DJs To Play Your Tracks First Jay Hardway on Labels, Demos & Release Strategy

Most artists think getting signed starts with sending demos. In this episode, Jay Hardway explains why labels usually come later, and why DJ support, strong music, and real-world proof matter more than just chasing inboxes. We also get into free downloads, Spotify strategy, pitching tracks, genre choices, and what beginner DJs should focus on. Timestamps (00:00) Intro (01:00) Artist Coaching retreat (05:30) Ultra and live set culture (15:28) Borrowing gear and creativity (17:29) Sending your music to artists (18:10) Choosing your genre (31:32) How to get signed (33:45) Free downloads and Spotify growth (38:38) Radio edit vs extended mix (44:55) Should you pitch unfinished music? (49:12) Beginner DJ tips (51:08) Set structure, loops, and transitions (54:53) Why DJ support matters (01:02:07) Why every track needs its own sound

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Get DJs To Play Your Tracks First Jay Hardway on Labels, Demos & Release Strategy is an episode from Artist Coaching Podcast by JoeySuki by Artist Coaching.

This episode is 01:06:47 long.

This episode was published on Mar 18, 2026.

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