BreakTheCrates.com is a new music distribution service dedicated to getting singles in the hands of radio programmers, mixshow DJs, and industry tastemakers. High quality MP3 files are uploaded to an online database for DJs to browse, review, download and add to rotation.
BreakTheCreates.com hosts the most dedicated and professional users online
• Over 4,000 active members
• 85% Commercial Radio, 10% Professional Club DJ, 5% Media
• Over 200 FCC regulated Urban, Rhythmic and Top 40 stations serviced nationwide
• Over 70% of users visit the site weekly
• Over 65% of users claim BreakTheCrates.com as their primary source for new music
Guaranteed exposure to the best names in radio
Big Tigger (WPGC), Dan Hunt (WWKX), DJ Big Stress (WWKX), DJ Class (KKFR), DJ Felli Fel (KPWR), DJ Laz (WPOW), DJ Manic (KQQB), DJ Noodles (WILD), DJ Orion (WNOU), DJ Reflex (KPWR), DJ Shortstop (WKQI), DJ Skee (KIIS), DJ SourMILK (KPWR), DJ Wreck (KISV),
E-Man (KPWR), GeeSpin (WWPR), Hustle Simmons (WJMN), J Espinosa (KYLD), J Reed (KISV), Jermaine Dupri (So So Def), John Campanario (Superradio, Syndicated), Justin Tyme Prager (Music Choice), Kevin Cruise (KUUU), M2 (KKFR), Mike D (KPHW), Mikee Mike (KZON), Nick Cannon (CBS Radio), Pup Dawg (WJMN), R Dub! (Slow James, Syndicated), Short-E (KBMB), and more!
Guaranteed reach to the hottest stations in America
plus hundreds more
Big Tigger – 95.5 PGC, Washington, DC
"BreakTheCrates.com is a one-stop shop for all the new heat. Instrumentals, cleans, and the BTC special edit are helpful! Ya hard drive needs BreakTheCrates.com!"
DJ Felli Fel – Power 106, Los Angeles
“BreakTheCrates.com is dope! As a DJ who does on-air mixshows and clubs, it’s important that I have friendly intros to maximize my transitions. BTC has perfect 8-bar intros as well as all the new s***. It’s a big tool for me in breaking new music.”
DJ Laz – Power 96, Miami
“As a radio club DJ and producer, I need a website that has all the hottest new music and top quality MP3s. I don’t hit the air without checking Break The Crates. They have all the exclusive, high-quality tracks I need to keep my mix show on point!”
DJ Pup Dawg – Jamin 94.5, Boston
“BreakTheCrates.com has all the hip-hop and reggae I’ll ever need and they always got it first! I rely on BTC for my shows on the weekends both on the radio and in the club.”
| When submitting music: |
What makes a hit record? |
Some things to consider |
1) Send high quality files
2) Include an instrumental
3) Include dance remixes
4) Include the album art
5) We'll create special edits |
1) Artist reputation
2) Timeliness of the release
3) Quality of the production
4) Reaching the right market
5) A little bit of luck |
1) Push for breakout markets
2) Test several records
3) Continue promotion offline
4) Leverage fan support
5) Build upon DJ feedback |