Get Featured on Our Blog
Want your music in front of A&Rs, DJs, playlist curators, and fans across the country?
The VA SHIFT Blog is one of the fastest-growing platforms highlighting talent from the DMV, Baltimore, and beyond. Artists featured here are seen by thousands and often gain attention from industry insiders searching for what’s next.
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VA SHIFT offers a variety of ways to spotlight artists and the culture — from editorial series to performance opportunities. Most of our features are organically curated by our team, but we’re always open to hearing from you.
If you’d like to be considered for OTW, AOTM, TOTW, Release Radar, Live Mic, Interviews, or other opportunities, reach out to us at:
📩 kstaub@vashift.com
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AOTM
Each month, VA SHIFT crowns one standout artist making waves in the DMV, Baltimore, and beyond. This feature dives deeper into their journey and impact, giving them the shine they deserve.
GAMEDAY LIVE PERFORAMNCE
The Live Mic series brings raw performances straight from the VA SHIFT studio. Artists step up to the mic to deliver their energy live and unfiltered, creating a moment that connects music with authenticity. This is where artists can go viral — their shot at capturing a moment that resonates far beyond the studio.
OTW
Our Ones to Watch series highlights buzzing artists who are building momentum and shaping the sound of tomorrow. From underground gems to rising stars, this feature puts a spotlight on talent you need to know now. To keep the focus on emerging voices, featured artists must have under 25,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.
INTERVIEW
VA SHIFT Interviews give artists, athletes, and influencers a platform to tell their story in their own words. From career milestones to personal journeys, these conversations push the culture forward.
RELEASE RADARS
Our Release Radar is a monthly roundup of the hottest new drops across Baltimore, the DMV, Philly, and beyond. It’s where we track the latest music breaking through the region and across the map — so that fans and A&Rs don’t miss a drop.
TOTW
Team of the Week is a curated playlist of 11 tracks that define the current moment. Handpicked by our team — and sometimes special guest curators — it’s the weekly lineup of songs running the culture.