Music EPK : complete guide + free 2026 template
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TheMusic EPK (Electronic Press Kit) is the essential tool for contacting media, radio stations, labels, bookers and curators. This guide explains what it should contain, offers a free template to copy and shows how to use it to get feedback. 📅 Updated November 2026 ✍️ Beathoven ⏱️ 6 min read 📋 View the free template 👀 See an example of an artist EPK Create my pro EPKWhat is a music EPK?
A Music EPK An Electronic Press Kit (EPK, or electronic press kit) is a digital presentation file for an artist or musical project. It gathers in a single link all the information a professional needs to understand your project in under 2 minutes. TheMusic EPK is used to contact:| Recipient | What they're looking for in the EPK | Key element |
|---|---|---|
| Journalists / blogs | Bio, editorial angle, HD photos | Bio + photos + Spotify link |
| Radio programmers | Track title format, short bio, links | Listening link + release date |
| Playlist curators | Genre, mood, Spotify stats | Spotify link + genre tags |
| Venue bookers | Live video, capacity, rider | Live video + past dates |
| Labels / A&R | Stats, growth trajectory, identity | Spotify stats + bio + plan |
| Bookers / tour promoters | Live performance, audience, credibility | Live video + press coverage received |
What should a music EPK contain in 2026
| Element | Format | Importance | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artist bio | 100-150 words max | Essential | A 500-word bio or one that's too vague |
| HD press photos | High-resolution JPGs, portrait and landscape formats; credits and permissions specified | Essential | Selfies or blurry photos |
| Spotify link | Artist profile URL + singles | Essential | No link or broken link |
| YouTube link / video | Direct URL | Essential | Unlisted clip — do not share the link |
| HD cover art | 3000×3000px JPG | Essential | Pixelated or too small cover art |
| Release date | Exact date | Essential | No date = no coverage can be scheduled |
| Press contact | Direct email | Essential | Only a contact form |
| Live video | YouTube or private link | Recommended | Absent when contact is for booking |
| Press coverage | Links to articles / radio appearances | Recommended | Overlooked even when it exists |
| Spotify stats | Spotify for Artists screenshot | Optional; exact figures, dated and contextualised | Inflating figures — verifiable |
| Technical rider | 1-page PDF | For live booking only | Missing when the venue needs it |
Artist bio for the EPK: exact structure
The bio is the most-read element of theMusic EPK. It should answer 5 questions in 100-150 words:EPK bio structure
- Who? — Artist name, genre in 3 words, location
- What? — Musical universe, influences, uniqueness
- Proof? — 1–2 concrete facts (streams, media coverage, dates)
- News? — Current release, project, tour
- Contact? — Email or contact link
✅ Good bio vs ❌ Bad bio
✅ Parisian pop‑soul artist [Nom] releases their third single 'Titre' on [date]. With [chiffres exacts, période et source] and [référence média réellement obtenue], their melancholic, electronic sound draws on James Blake and Sade.
❌ "Passionate about music since childhood, [Name] has always dreamed of sharing their emotions through unique creations that touch the soul and speak to everyone..."
Free music EPK template — to duplicate
Here is the complete template ofMusic EPK to duplicate in Google Drive or Notion. 🎵 Artist Artist name — Genre (3 words) — City, country 📝 Short bio (100-150 words) [Qui vous êtes, votre univers, 1-2 preuves concrètes, actualité] 🎧 Listen Spotify : [URL profil artiste] YouTube : [URL clip ou lyric video] Private stream : [Lien SoundCloud ou Dropbox] 📸 HD photos (press use allowed, keep credits) Photo 1 : [Lien Google Drive] Photo 2 : [Lien Google Drive] Cover 3000×3000px : [Lien Google Drive] 📅 News Single 'Titre' — release on [Date] Distribution : [votre distributeur, si utile au destinataire] [Tournée / festival / clip à venir si applicable] 📰 Press coverage '[Titre de l'article]' — [Nom du média] — [Date] Radio play : [Nom de la radio] — [Date] 🎬 Live video (if applicable) [Lien YouTube ou lien privé] 📊 Stats (optional) Spotify : [X] plays over [période] ; [Y] monthly listeners as of [date] Instagram : [X] followers 📩 Contact Press email : [email direct] Instagram : [URL] Official website : [URL si applicable] Recommended format: Create a Google Drive folder with a subfolder 'Photos HD', a subfolder 'Audio' and a Google Doc for text (bio, contacts, news). Share the main link with view-only access. Test the link in private browsing: the recipient must have the necessary rights without being able to modify your files. For an unreleased track, limit access to the people concerned and state the embargo.Completed example of an artist EPK
Here is the completed template for an artist fictional, to see what an artist EPK ready to send. The names, figures and outlets below are invented for the example: in your EPK, include only real, dated and verifiable facts.
| Section | Example (fictional) |
|---|---|
| Artist | Lune Basse — melancholic electronic pop — Lyon, France |
| Short bio | “Lune Basse writes pop songs in French over cold electronic productions, between analogue synths and whispered vocals. After a self-produced debut EP and around twenty gigs in the region, she releases her single “Quai 7” on 6 February. The track tells of a night-time departure and heralds a second EP in spring.” |
| Listen | Spotify profile link · YouTube video for “Quai 7” · private preview of the single before release |
| Photos | 2 press photos (portrait and landscape) with photographer credit · cover art 3000×3000 px |
| Latest news | Single “Quai 7” on 6 February · release show in Lyon on 14 February · EP in spring |
| Press coverage | An article in a regional music blog · a slot on a community radio station (exact tracks and dates) |
| Contact | Direct press email address · Instagram · link to the online EPK |
What makes this example effective: the artist’s world is clear in one sentence, the news items have specific dates, and each link goes straight to the right content. You can create yours with the free Beathoven EPK or have it written with a Professional EPK.
EPK, press kit, press dossier: what’s the difference?
They’re three names for the same tool. EPK means electronic press kit : it’s the online version, accessible via a link. The press kit is the generic English term. The music press kit often refers to a PDF or printed version, more commonly used by venues, festivals and institutions.
| Format | Advantage | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| EPK online (link) | Always up to date, lightweight, mobile-friendly | Press, radio, curators, labels: the default format |
| Press kit PDF | Controlled layout, printable | Venues, festivals, grants—when a PDF is requested |
The simplest option: an online EPK as the base, and a one- or two-page PDF exported from the same texts and photos when requested. A band follows the same logic; just add the line-up and each member’s role in the bio.
Music EPK: versions tailored to the recipient
One base Music EPK as a base — but 3 versions depending on who you contact:📰 EPK Press/Media
- Bio + editorial angle highlighted
- HD photos featured
- Direct Spotify and YouTube links
- Clear release date
- Press coverage if available
→ Used for the music publicist
📻 EPK Radio
- Format and track duration highlighted
- BPM and genre clearly indicated
- High-quality WAV download link
- Embargo (official release date)
- Ultra-short bio (50 words)
→ Used for the music radio promotion
🎤 EPK Live/Booking
- Lead with live video
- Past gigs and audience capacities
- Technical rider in PDF
- Availability and territory
- Social stats for mobilisation
→ Used for find a booker
🏷️ EPK Label / A&R
- Complete Spotify for Artists stats
- Stream growth over 6 months
- Artist development plan
- Media and radio coverage obtained
- Objectives and long-term vision
→ Used for Contact a label
Tools to create your music EPK
| Tool | Type | Cost | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Drive | File hosting | Free | For all artists — essential |
| Notion | Visual EPK page | Free | EPK structured and readable in one link |
| Canva | Visual EPK PDF | Free / Pro | Printable version or pro PDF |
| SubmitHub | Integrated artist profile | Free / Premium | EPK for English-language blogs and playlists |
| Groover | Integrated artist profile | Pay-per-contact | EPK for curators and FR radio |
Check your music EPK before each send
- Open the folder in private browsing and on mobile.
- Test every stream, download, photo and contact address.
- State the release date, the time zone if necessary, and the embargo.
- Check photo credits, authorisations and any figures cited.
- Tailor the first page to the recipient: press, radio, label or bookers.
- Send a short message explaining why this project is relevant to them.
Have your EPK prepared with Beathoven : present your project, release date and objectives to define suitable support.
Mistakes that get your music EPK ignored
❌ EPK as an attachment
Prefer an accessible link and avoid large files. If the recipient requests a PDF or a specific format, follow their instructions.
❌ Bio too long
A 500-word bio won't be read. TheMusic EPK bio must be understood in 30 seconds — 100-150 words max.
❌ Unprofessional photos
Selfies or blurry images in an EPK undermine the project's credibility before the music is even heard.
❌ No news or updates
A Music EPK No news — without a release date or a concrete project — gives journalists no reason to cover your project now rather than never.
❌ Same EPK for everyone
Sending the same EPK to a radio programmer, a booker and a label is a mistake. Each looks for different information — tailor the version to the recipient.
❌ Dead links
Check that all the links in your Music EPK work before each send. A broken link signals a lack of professionalism.
📋 Beathoven prepares your professional music EPK.
Bio, photos, press angles, versions adapted per recipient — a Music EPK A solid foundation is the basis of any effective promotional campaign. Create my professional EPK →FAQ — Music EPK
A Music EPK (Electronic Press Kit) is a digital artist presentation accessible via a single link. It contains the bio, HD photos, listening links, project news and press contacts. It's the central tool for contacting journalists, radio programmers, curators, bookers and labels. A Music EPK Should include: artist bio (100–150 words), HD photos with credits and press-use permission, Spotify and YouTube links, HD cover art (3000×3000px), release date, press reviews if available, direct press contacts. For booking, add a live video and a technical rider. All in a single Google Drive or Notion link. To create a Music EPK Free of charge: create a Google Drive folder with your HD photos, a Google Doc for the bio and contacts, and share the main link. Notion (free) allows a more visual presentation. Canva offers free EPK PDF templates. The key is content quality — pro photos, a clear bio, and direct listening links. A complete example, filled in for a fictitious artist, appears earlier in this guide (artist EPK example). It shows the bio, links, photos and news as they should appear. To create yours online, use the free Beathoven EPK. The online EPK is the default format: a lightweight link that’s always up to date. Keep a one- or two-page press kit PDF for venues, festivals or institutions that request it, using the same texts and photos. A Music EPK sent to: music journalists and music blogs (via Groover or direct contact), radio programmers, Spotify playlist curators (via Feedzback), venue and festival bookers, labels and A&R. Tailor the version to the recipient — see our guide send your music to the media.Resources for using your music EPK effectively
PressMusic press officer
EPK → French music press. Read → RadioRadio music promotion
EPK radio → webradios and FM. Read → MediaSend your music to the media
Method + full toolkit. Read → BookingFind a booker
EPK live for bookers. Read → LabelsContact a label
EPK label for A&R. Read → GuideRelease a single
Complete planning with EPK. Read →Recommended tools: Groover · Feedzback · SubmitHub · Spotify for Artists · TuneLockr
