30-Day Music Release Campaign Template

A day to day new music release campaign that feels organic, strategic, and emotionally connected to fans

Goal: Grow awareness, build anticipation, and deepen fan connection through storytelling and community.
Format: 1 post per day (mix of Reels, Stories, Carousels, and Lives)
Tone: Real, human, creative, and conversational — never salesy.


🗓 WEEK 1 – Tease & Story Build (Days 1–7)

DayFocusPlatform TypeCaption HookVisual Idea
1Song announcement teaserReel / Story“Something new is coming… it started with one lyric.”Close-up of notebook, hands writing or typing lyrics
2Behind-the-scenes clipReel“The night we recorded the bridge 🎧💭”Studio footage, dim lighting + analog grain aesthetic
3Song inspiration storyCarousel“This song began after a heartbreak I didn’t expect…”Photo series of real moments: city, journal, headphones
4Fan inclusionStory poll“Guess the mood: heartbreak 💔 or hope 🌅?”Text-only story with color background
5Hook or lyric revealReel“If you’ve ever felt like you had to start over, this line’s for you.”You singing or whispering the lyric into mic
6Pre-save announcementCarousel + Link in bio“Be first to hear it. Pre-save now & join my launch team 🚀”Bold graphic with streaming icons
7Gratitude check-inStory“You all are helping me bring this song to life — thank you.”Photo of workspace or mixing desk with text overlay

🗓 WEEK 2 – Build Connection (Days 8–14)

DayFocusPlatform TypeCaption HookVisual Idea
8Countdown begins (7 days)Reel / Story“1 week until this song is yours 💗”Animated countdown overlay on studio footage
9Artist mindsetCarousel“Why I almost didn’t release this track…”Black-and-white photo series + handwritten note overlay
10Collaboration highlightReel“Couldn’t have made this without [tag] 🙌”Duo clip in studio or zoom call split screen
11Lyric visualStatic post“Favorite lyric: ‘____’ — what does it mean to you?”Simple text graphic in your brand color palette
12Sneak peekReel“Here’s 10 seconds of the hook 👀🎧”Headphones + waveform animation
13Fan engagementStory Q&A“Want to hear a live preview? Ask me anything 👇”Selfie video invite
14Final teaserCarousel“Tomorrow it’s yours.”Album artwork reveal animation or textured graphic

🚀 WEEK 3 – Release Week (Days 15–21)

DayFocusPlatform TypeCaption HookVisual Idea
15 – Release Day!Launch announcementReel / Carousel“It’s out!! 🔥 ‘[Song Name]’ is live everywhere.”15-sec performance clip or cover art reveal
16Thank-you noteStatic / Story“Seeing your comments & shares = everything 💙”Screenshot collage of early fan reactions
17Lyric meaningReel“This verse still gives me chills every time.”You performing or talking directly to camera
18Behind-the-mixCarousel“Here’s how we built that layered chorus.”Screenshots from DAW session
19Playlist shareStory + Tag“Added to a new playlist today 😍 Link in bio!”Spotify screenshot with song highlighted
20Reaction videoReel“Your duets are wild 🤯”Stitch or duet with fan videos
21Live mini-setIG Live / TikTok Live“Hanging out & playing it live for the first time 🎤”Cozy lighting, candid vibe

🗓 WEEK 4 – Sustain Momentum (Days 22–30)

DayFocusPlatform TypeCaption HookVisual Idea
22Fan featureCarousel“Look at these amazing fan posts 🥹💫”Screenshots or repost collage
23Acoustic versionReel“Stripped down version — just me & the guitar.”Home-studio setup, minimal edit
24Story promptStory“Where were you when you first heard it?”Question sticker
25Cross-platform promoCarousel“It’s on YouTube + Bandcamp now 🌐”App icons w/ link info
26Emotional recapReel“This song changed how I see failure…”You narrating over slow-motion clip
27Community postStory poll“What should I drop next: 🎹 acoustic / 🎧 remix?”Bold typographic poll
28Remix previewReel“Someone remixed my song 👀🔥”Waveform animation + snippets
29Behind the artworkCarousel“How the cover art was born — sketches to final.”Sketchbook photos + final art
30Reflection + CTAStatic / Reel“Thank you for making this song part of your playlists 💛”You smiling or studio shot w/ gratitude message

💡 Visual Style Guide

  • Color Palette: Deep blacks + muted neons + analog textures (fusing music-tech with indie creativity).
  • Fonts: Bold sans-serif for headlines; handwritten or serif for captions.
  • Vibe: Raw authenticity > glossy perfection. Showcase process, emotion, and connection.

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