How to add music to Instagram Story ?
A. Some Fast Facts about Instagram
Add your music in an Instagram story is to offer the possibility to 400 million Instagram story users to discover your music. Also, keep in mind that Instagram is 1 billion active users per month, and yes that alone!
B. How to add music to Instagram Story ?
To add your music, an artist/label must have distributed his track online with a distributor like Wiseband.
Once an artist/label has distributed his music in an Instagram story it becomes very easy to share it.
To do so, simply go to the Instagram application then :
- Make an Instagram story (photo/video)
- Go to the stickers (emoji square face at the top of the screen)
- Click on “music”.
- Search for the music you want to put in an Instagram story
- Select the moment of the song you prefer (you can listen to the extract)
- Add your music
Now your friends and community can discover the music you love and you can interact with people through music.
C. Benefits of Promoting Music on Instagram Stories
Increased Visibility: Instagram Stories provide a unique opportunity for artists and labels to reach a broader audience. With the platform’s vast user base, your music can gain exposure to not only your followers but also their networks through shares and mentions.
Engagement with Fans: Stories allow for direct interaction with your audience, which can help build a stronger connection with fans. By using features like the question sticker or poll, artists can engage their audience in meaningful ways, gather feedback, and create a more interactive experience.
Timely Promotions: Instagram Stories are perfect for promoting new releases, upcoming events, or exclusive behind-the-scenes content. Since they disappear after 24 hours, it adds an element of urgency, encouraging users to view and engage with your content quickly.
Cross-Promotional Opportunities: Linking your Instagram story to other platforms, such as Spotify, Apple Music, or your personal website, can drive traffic and conversions. This integration makes it easy for fans to explore your music catalog, purchase merchandise, or check out tour dates with just a few taps.
Creativity and Branding: Instagram offers a wide range of creative tools that can help you showcase your brand’s personality and artistic style. Custom filters, text options, and stickers can enhance the visual appeal of your stories, making them more memorable and distinctive.
Obviously as an artist/label you have every interest to make your music available in story instagram 😉