Cloudy On The Other Side – FAQ
1. What is Cloudy On The Other Side?
Cloudy On The Other Side is a global Music Blog dedicated to discovering new sounds and spotlighting emerging artists. We feature fresh releases, artist stories, interviews, playlists and industry insights for music lovers around the world.
2. What kind of music do you feature?
Our main focus is Indie, Pop, Rock, Electronic, Alternative and everything in between.
If your music is unique, authentic and well-produced, we are open to hearing it — genre isn’t a strict barrier.
3. How do I submit my music?
You can submit via our Music Submission Form or email us directly.
Please include:
4. Do you accept every submission?
We listen to everything, but not all submissions are published.
We look for:
5. Can I request changes to my feature once it is published?
Yes - small updates like credits, links or artwork can be adjusted. Larger rewrites may not be possible, but we will always try to help.
6. Do you accept submissions from Labels, Managers or PR Agencies?
Yes. We work with independent artists, labels, managers and PR teams from around the world.
7. Will you send me the link once the feature goes live?
Yes, we always email you the link once your feature is published so you can share it with your audience.
8. Do you charge for features or interviews?
No. All features, reviews and interviews on Cloudy On The Other Side are free.
9. How can I support the blog?
If you enjoy our blog and want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee on Ko-fi. It helps us keep discovering new artists and sharing their stories. You will find the Ko-fi button on our homepage. Thank you!
10. What happens when my music is featured?
A feature includes:
11. Do you offer artist interviews?
Yes! We love highlighting artist stories.
Interviews dive into your background, creative process, music, releases and future plans — perfect for connecting with new fans on a personal level.
12. How long does publishing take?
Publication usually takes 3–7 business days after we receive your materials. If your release has a specific date, let us know so we can schedule accordingly.
13. Can I submit unreleased music?
Yes, but we prefer releases that have just been published. However, if you are well organised and send us your stuff including release date and press assets in advance, we can time the feature around your rollout.
14. Can I submit music videos?
Yes - we love sharing visuals.
Send us the YouTube link along with your release details.
15. Do you promote features on Social Media?
Absolutely. Every feature we publish is shared on our Social Media channels to help your music reach more listeners - and it also helps us grow the blog and spotlight even more artists.
16. Do you accept albums, EPs and singles?
We mainly focus on singles and EPs, as full albums take more time to review. If you are releasing an album, we are happy to feature it by highlighting one standout single from the project. As long as the music is fresh and fits our sound, we would love to hear it.
17. Have you worked with well-known artists?
Yes - over the years we have featured and interviewed a range of artists, including Platinum and Gold certified musicians like Australian Idol Winner Natalie Gauci, as well as emerging talent from popular Music TV shows and talent competitions.
We also regularly spotlight rising independent artists who are building their audience step by step.
Our goal is to support great music at every stage, from fresh newcomers to established names.
18. Do you cover live shows or events?
From time to time we feature concerts, festivals or behind-the-scenes stories - especially if they involve artists we have covered.
19. Will my music stay on your blog permanently?
Yes - once published, your feature remains online but will be moved in an archive folder on our website. Since we are using a website builder, as most of us do, we cannot guarantee how future posts and archiving will be handled.
20. How do I contact you?
You can reach us anytime via email or our contact form under our 'Music Submissions' heading.
1. What is Cloudy On The Other Side?
Cloudy On The Other Side is a global Music Blog dedicated to discovering new sounds and spotlighting emerging artists. We feature fresh releases, artist stories, interviews, playlists and industry insights for music lovers around the world.
2. What kind of music do you feature?
Our main focus is Indie, Pop, Rock, Electronic, Alternative and everything in between.
If your music is unique, authentic and well-produced, we are open to hearing it — genre isn’t a strict barrier.
3. How do I submit my music?
You can submit via our Music Submission Form or email us directly.
Please include:
- Streaming links (Spotify, YouTube, SoundCloud etc.)
- Release details (title, date, genre)
- Artist bio or press info
- Press photos / cover art
4. Do you accept every submission?
We listen to everything, but not all submissions are published.
We look for:
- Strong production
- Originality
- A compelling story or concept
- A good fit for our audience
5. Can I request changes to my feature once it is published?
Yes - small updates like credits, links or artwork can be adjusted. Larger rewrites may not be possible, but we will always try to help.
6. Do you accept submissions from Labels, Managers or PR Agencies?
Yes. We work with independent artists, labels, managers and PR teams from around the world.
7. Will you send me the link once the feature goes live?
Yes, we always email you the link once your feature is published so you can share it with your audience.
8. Do you charge for features or interviews?
No. All features, reviews and interviews on Cloudy On The Other Side are free.
9. How can I support the blog?
If you enjoy our blog and want to support what we do, you can buy us a coffee on Ko-fi. It helps us keep discovering new artists and sharing their stories. You will find the Ko-fi button on our homepage. Thank you!
10. What happens when my music is featured?
A feature includes:
- A write-up about your release (or a condensed version of your press release)
- Social Media shoutouts
- Inclusion in our Spotify playlists
11. Do you offer artist interviews?
Yes! We love highlighting artist stories.
Interviews dive into your background, creative process, music, releases and future plans — perfect for connecting with new fans on a personal level.
12. How long does publishing take?
Publication usually takes 3–7 business days after we receive your materials. If your release has a specific date, let us know so we can schedule accordingly.
13. Can I submit unreleased music?
Yes, but we prefer releases that have just been published. However, if you are well organised and send us your stuff including release date and press assets in advance, we can time the feature around your rollout.
14. Can I submit music videos?
Yes - we love sharing visuals.
Send us the YouTube link along with your release details.
15. Do you promote features on Social Media?
Absolutely. Every feature we publish is shared on our Social Media channels to help your music reach more listeners - and it also helps us grow the blog and spotlight even more artists.
16. Do you accept albums, EPs and singles?
We mainly focus on singles and EPs, as full albums take more time to review. If you are releasing an album, we are happy to feature it by highlighting one standout single from the project. As long as the music is fresh and fits our sound, we would love to hear it.
17. Have you worked with well-known artists?
Yes - over the years we have featured and interviewed a range of artists, including Platinum and Gold certified musicians like Australian Idol Winner Natalie Gauci, as well as emerging talent from popular Music TV shows and talent competitions.
We also regularly spotlight rising independent artists who are building their audience step by step.
Our goal is to support great music at every stage, from fresh newcomers to established names.
18. Do you cover live shows or events?
From time to time we feature concerts, festivals or behind-the-scenes stories - especially if they involve artists we have covered.
19. Will my music stay on your blog permanently?
Yes - once published, your feature remains online but will be moved in an archive folder on our website. Since we are using a website builder, as most of us do, we cannot guarantee how future posts and archiving will be handled.
20. How do I contact you?
You can reach us anytime via email or our contact form under our 'Music Submissions' heading.
