How to Submit Your Music Video to DECTV — A Guide for Independent Artists
DECTV is built for independent artists. Here is exactly how to submit your music video to DECTV for consideration, what we look for, and what happens after you submit.
How to Submit Your Music Video to DECTV — A Guide for Independent Artists
DECTV was built for independent artists. For over 34 years, this platform has been a home for music, film, and culture created outside the major label and Hollywood studio systems.
If you are an independent artist with a music video that deserves a platform, here is exactly how to get it in front of the DECTV team.
Who Can Submit?
DECTV accepts music video submissions from independent artists across all urban genres:
- Hip hop and rap
- R&B and soul
- Urban pop
- Gospel and inspirational
- Afrobeats and Afro-fusion
- Neo-soul and jazz-influenced urban music
You do not need to be signed to a label. You do not need a manager or a publicist. You need a music video that represents your artistry and fits the DECTV platform.
What DECTV Looks For
Before you submit, it helps to understand what the DECTV team is evaluating.
Authenticity. The most important quality in any submission. Does this video feel real? Does it represent the artist genuinely? DECTV's audience can tell the difference between something authentic and something manufactured.
Production quality. Your video does not need a major label budget, but it does need to be watchable. Clean audio, stable footage, and intentional visual choices go a long way. A great concept executed on a minimal budget beats a generic concept with a big budget.
Performance. How does the artist perform on camera? Confidence, presence, and the ability to connect with the viewer through the lens are skills that separate memorable videos from forgettable ones.
The song. Ultimately, the music video is in service of the song. If the song is strong, the video has a foundation to build on.
Fit with the DECTV platform. DECTV is an urban entertainment network. Your video should fit naturally alongside the other content on the platform.
How to Submit
Submitting your music video to DECTV is straightforward.
Email: [email protected]
Subject line: MUSIC VIDEO SUBMISSION
Include in your email:
- A link to your music video (YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, or a direct download link)
- Your artist name and a short bio (2–3 sentences)
- The song title, genre, and release date
- Any press coverage or notable achievements
- Your contact information and social media handles
That is it. No complicated submission forms, no fees, no gatekeepers.
What Happens After You Submit
Every submission is reviewed by the DECTV team. Here is what the process looks like:
Review period: We review submissions on a rolling basis. Response times vary depending on volume, but we aim to respond to every submission.
If your video is selected: You will receive an email from the DECTV team with details about when and how your video will be featured. Featured videos are added to the music video rotation on the website and the 24-hour channel.
If your video is not selected: We will let you know. We may also provide feedback if there are specific reasons the video was not a fit at this time.
Tips for a Strong Submission
A few things that will help your submission stand out:
Make sure your video is publicly accessible. If your video is set to private or requires a password, we cannot review it. Use an unlisted YouTube link if you want to control public visibility while still allowing us to watch.
Include context. A short note about the story behind the video, the concept, or what makes it significant helps the review team understand what you were going for.
Submit your best work. If you have multiple videos, submit the one you are most proud of — not the most recent one if it is not your strongest.
Follow up once. If you have not heard back after a few weeks, a single follow-up email is appropriate. Multiple follow-ups will not speed up the process.
Beyond Music Videos
DECTV is also interested in:
- Independent film submissions — short films, features, and documentaries
- Original TV series — independent programming from producers
- Live performance footage — concert recordings and live session videos
For all submissions, use the same email address: [email protected] with a clear subject line describing what you are submitting.
Watch DECTV
Before you submit, spend some time watching the DECTV platform to get a feel for the content we feature. The Music Videos page and the 24-hour channel are the best places to start.
DECTV.TV — Where Urban Content Meets a Global Audience. Built for independent artists since 1992. Submit at [email protected].
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