How to publish a snippet of your song to Instagram and TikTok before release date?

Got a new track on the way? Make sure your audience knows something exciting is coming. It’s important to build some anticipation before the release, and one of the best ways to do that is by posting a short snippet of your song on Instagram and TikTok. This helps create excitement and lets people know new music is just around the corner. Here's how to do it.

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Choose the right part of your song

Choose the most exciting 30 seconds of your upcoming song. This should be the part that grabs attention and leaves people wanting more. Cut that section from your original audio file.

Deliver the release via Make Waves

Create a separate release just for the snippet. It needs its own UPC and ISRC code, as a snippet is considered a variant of the original. You can follow the setup instructions in our manual. When delivering the snippet, make sure to select only Facebook and Instagram and TikTok as the platforms. We recommend publishing the snippet between 1 and 2 weeks before the release of the full song. To ensure your snippet goes live on time, please deliver your snippet at least two weeks before the snippet’s release date to Make Waves, as these platforms often take longer to process content due to their review and quality checks.

Good luck promoting!

Instagram and TikTok will review your snippet. Once approved, they’ll schedule it to go live on your selected date. You’ll then be able to use your own audio in your posts, helping your audience discover the new release before it officially drops. Read more about how you can create a buzz on TikTok in our guide. Good luck promoting your release! Don’t hesitate to reach out to support@makewaves.fm if you have any questions.

Last updated in August 2025
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