Lead Pedal Media

More Than Airplay. A Partnership.

The Lead Pedal Radio Preferred Artist Program is designed for independent artists who are serious about growing their music career and want to partner with a respected, multi-platform radio brand.

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This is not just about spins.
It’s about building long-term relationships, sharing audiences, and supporting independent music together.

What Is the Preferred Artist Program?

The Preferred Artist Program is a curated group of independent artists who receive enhanced airplay, promotion, and exposure across the Lead Pedal Radio network — including radio shows, podcasts, YouTube, social media, and special features.

In return, artists actively support and promote Lead Pedal Radio as a trusted media partner.

It’s a two-way street — and that’s what makes it work.

Who This Program Is For

The program is ideal for artists who:

• Release professionally produced, broadcast-ready music
• Are actively promoting their music and brand
• Understand the value of radio and media partnerships
• Want consistent exposure, not one-off spins
• Are willing to engage and promote alongside the station

If you’re serious about your music career, this program is for you.

Music We Feature

Lead Pedal Radio supports a wide range of independent music, including:

• Country & Country Rock
• Rock & Classic Rock-style artists
• Americana & Roots
• Trucking and Road Style Music
• Oldies-inspired artists
• Trop Rock, Beach & Lifestyle music

All music must be suitable for a broad audience, including the trucking and working community.

Preferred Artist Criteria

To be considered, artists must meet the following criteria:

🎵 Music Quality

• Professionally recorded and mastered tracks
• Clean radio edits where necessary
• Lyrics suitable for broadcast

🎤 Professional Readiness

• Active artist website or link hub
• Current social media presence
• Professional bio and images
• Registered with a performance rights organization (SOCAN, ASCAP, BMI, etc.)

📣 Promotion & Partnership

Preferred Artists are expected to:

• Promote Lead Pedal Radio airplay on social media
• Tag and mention Lead Pedal Radio in posts
• Promote interviews, features, and station appearances
• Provide short station liners or IDs when requested

🤝 Engagement

• Be available for interviews and station features
• Respond professionally and in a timely manner
• Support Lead Pedal Radio initiatives and promotions

What Preferred Artists Receive

As a Preferred Artist, you may receive:

• Regular rotation on Lead Pedal Radio programming
• Artist profile placement on Lead Pedal Radio.
• Interview opportunities on radio and podcasts
• Social media promotion and mentions
• YouTube and video content features

Inclusion in specialty shows and themed programming
Eligibility for Artist of the Month and special spotlights

Program Levels

🔹 Preferred Artist

• Enhanced airplay
• Website artist profile
• Interview opportunity
• Social media promotion
• Inclusion in station programming

🔹 Preferred Artist Plus

(Expanded partnership level)

Includes everything above, plus:

• Priority rotation
• Guaranteed interview per year
• Podcast and YouTube features
• Custom station liners
• Newsletter highlights
• Special promotional placement

Why Choose Lead Pedal Radio
for Indie Artist Promotion?

• Targeted niche audience of music fans and professional drivers
• Multi-platform exposure beyond traditional radio
• Established independent music support network
• Trusted media brand with global reach

Lead Pedal Radio helps independent artists get heard, get featured, and grow.

Apply to the Preferred Artist Program

Think your music is a fit for the Lead Pedal Radio Preferred Artist Program?

👉 Apply to Become a Preferred Artist

Good Luck!