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6. The Impact on Your Release Strategy

Part 2 • Guaranteed Follower-Based RR Mechanism

This 7-day rule fundamentally shapes your release strategy. You must work backward from your desired release date.

<ul> <li>If you want to release on a Friday, you must have your track delivered to Spotify *and pitched* by the previous Friday at the absolute latest.</li> <li>To be safe, aim to submit your music to your distributor at least 2-3 weeks before your target release date to ensure it appears in Spotify for Artists in time for you to make the 7-day pitch deadline.</li> </ul> Prioritizing this deadline will maximize the immediate reach of your music.

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In this module: Guaranteed Follower-Based RR Mechanism10 steps
  1. 1The Power of Your Followers
  2. 2The Non-Negotiable Rule: Pitch At Least 7 Days Early
  3. 3How to Pitch Your Song via Spotify for Artists
  4. 4The "Editorial Pitch" vs. "Follower RR" Distinction
  5. 5Why the 7-Day Window?
  6. 6The Impact on Your Release Strategy
  7. 7The Value of Follower RR Streams
  8. 8What to Include in Your Editorial Pitch (Optional but Recommended)
  9. 9The "Follow" Call to Action
  10. 10Your Release Radar Pitching Checklist