Creating Killer Content: Social Media Posts That Rock
Content is your mic drop on socials... make it authentic to cut through the noise and build real connections.
Focus on value: behind-the-scenes glimpses, song teasers, fan stories that show your personality. Post consistently to build momentum without burning out, aiming for at least 3-5 times a week on your key platforms with quality original content. Then add in your tour/show schedules, merch offers, etc.
Break it down by types: Quotes from your lyrics or interviews for quick inspiration; story/message sequences that unfold over 3-5 posts, like chronicling a tour mishap turned triumph; short videos of rehearsals or fan interactions to humanize the band.
Don't be afraid to lift the curtain some. Tour bus breaks down and you're eating roadside chili? Share that to your community from the side of the road! It doesn't always have to be super polished.
Tips for killer posts:
- Keep it real: Share fails (e.g., a botched soundcheck) alongside wins... fans love vulnerability and it boosts engagement by 2-3x.
- Variations and repurposing: Create one core post, then tweak captions or visuals for each platform; e.g., same photo but add a poll on Instagram.
- Hashtags smart: Use 3-5 targeted ones like #IndieRockLife or #BandJourney - research trending ones in your niche to avoid overused spam. Also understand which platforms have de-prioritized using hashtags (like X for example)
- Timing matters: Post when your audience is active (use insights tools); evenings for rock fans often hit harder.
- Pitfalls to avoid: Don't over-promote. Try to keep 80% value, 20% sales, or you'll lose followers fast. People want to fall in love with their music. They'll be hunting for the merch once you win them over with your music and vibe.
Look at Arctic Monkeys: They teased their AM album with cryptic, atmospheric posts that built massive hype without revealing too much, turning speculation into viral shares.
Repurpose your best content for your EPK: Pull top-performing posts as social proof of your engagement. Check my What is an EPK post for how to integrate them.
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Don't forget to post your killer content idea in the comments.