Readers who press play
Our audience arrives looking for something new to hear, watch or try. They read to the end, then act on what you recommend.
Write for Us: Entertainment
Love music, film, games or pop culture and know how to explain why something is worth a listener's time? Random Song Generator welcomes articles from musicians, critics, curators, gamers and fans who want to help our readers discover, understand and enjoy entertainment.
- Entertainment topics
- 8
- Days to reply
- 5 to 7
- Word minimum
- 1,600+
- Links per post
- 2
Why Write for Random Song Generator?
We are a music discovery site first, so every article lands in front of people who are actively looking for something new to enjoy.
A real byline
Every accepted article carries your name, a short author bio and one link to your site, portfolio or social profile.
Careful editing
An editor checks facts, release dates and credits, tightens the structure and sends you any changes before the post goes live.
Traffic that keeps coming
Published posts are linked from our generator guides and related articles, so they keep earning visits long after launch week.
Entertainment Topics We Accept
Our core is music, but entertainment rarely stays in one lane. These are the eight areas we publish most.
Music Discovery & Playlists
Ways to break out of a listening rut, build better playlists and find artists the charts never mention.
Songwriting & Music Theory
Song structure, hooks, chord progressions, lyric craft and the habits that help writers finish songs.
Artists, Albums & Genres
Genre histories, album retrospectives, scene profiles and listening guides for a discography.
Film & TV Soundtracks
Scores, needle drops, theme songs and how music shapes a scene, a series or a whole franchise.
Gaming & Game Music
Music games, rhythm titles, game soundtracks, party game ideas and music trivia formats.
Concerts, Festivals & Live Events
Festival planning, first-gig advice, setlist culture, local venues and what makes a live show memorable.
Streaming & Music Tech
How recommendation systems work, listening apps, audio gear for everyday listeners and home recording basics.
Pop Culture & Fandom
Viral songs, fan communities, award season, music on social video and the trends that shape what people hear.
Article Ideas We Would Love to Publish
Not sure where to start? Any of these would make a strong first pitch. Put your own angle on it.
- 01
How to build a playlist that flows from first track to last
Tempo, key, energy and the order that keeps people from skipping.
- 02
Why some songs become road trip classics
What singalong choruses, steady tempos and nostalgia have in common.
- 03
A beginner's guide to film score listening
How to hear themes, motifs and instrumentation the way composers intend.
- 04
Music trivia night formats that actually work
Round types, scoring and how to pick songs any crowd can guess.
- 05
How to explore a genre you have never listened to
A starter path from entry-level tracks to deep cuts, without the gatekeeping.
- 06
What makes a video game soundtrack memorable
Looping, adaptive music and why some melodies stay with players for decades.
- 07
First music festival checklist
Planning sets, pacing the day and finding new artists between headliners.
- 08
How one viral clip changes a song's life
The path from short video to streaming charts, with the trade-offs for artists.
Post Submission Guidelines
Read these before you pitch. Submissions that follow them are reviewed faster and published with fewer rounds of edits.
What we look for
- Original, unpublished work of at least 1,600 words, written for our readers and not for a search engine.
- A clear reader benefit. Each post should help someone discover, understand, make or enjoy entertainment better.
- Specific examples. Name real songs, films, games or events and explain why they illustrate your point.
- Checked facts. Release years, credits, chart positions and quotes must be accurate and sourced where a reader might doubt them.
- Logical structure with descriptive H2 and H3 headings, short paragraphs and lists where they help scanning.
- Up to two relevant links to useful, non-competing resources. Links must add value for the reader.
- An author bio of up to 50 words with one link to your site, portfolio or profile.
What we do not accept
- Full song lyrics, pirated downloads, leaked tracks or links to unlicensed streams.
- Gambling, betting, adult content, crypto, CBD, weapons, payday loans or similar categories.
- Thin listicles, spun text, or articles with no examples and no point of view.
- Promotional pieces disguised as advice, or unrelated affiliate content.
- Rumours, gossip about private lives, or claims about real people you cannot back up.
- Content already published elsewhere, including on your own site or social channels.
Image specifications
- Featured image
- 1200 x 630 px, landscape
- In-article images
- Up to 4, at least 1000 px wide
- Formats
- WebP, JPG or PNG
- File size
- Under 300 KB each
- Rights
- Your own work, licensed stock or free-to-use with credit
- Not allowed
- Album art, artist photos or platform screenshots you do not hold rights to
Name files descriptively (for example festival-crowd-main-stage.webp) and write alt text that describes what the image shows, not the keyword you want to rank for.
How to Get Your Article Accepted
Most declined pitches are not badly written. They are generic. These six habits make an editor say yes.
Lead with the listener's question
Open with the problem your reader has, such as "I keep hearing the same songs", and answer it in the first two sentences.
Show, then explain
Point to a real track, scene or game moment first, then break down why it works. Concrete examples beat general claims.
Have a point of view
We already know the top ten everyone lists. Tell us what you noticed that others miss and why it matters.
Stay fair to artists
Criticism is welcome when it is about the work. Keep it informed, specific and free of personal attacks.
Make it easy to scan
Use headings that say what the section delivers, short paragraphs and a list or table when comparing options.
End with something to do
Close with a next step: a playlist to try, a film to watch, a tool to use or a habit to start this week.
How it works
Ready to Contribute?
A good pitch takes five minutes and tells us everything we need. Include:
- A working title that states what the reader will get.
- A short outline with your planned H2 headings.
- Your target reader, for example "casual listeners" or "new songwriters".
- One or two writing samples, published or in a shared document.
- 1
Pitch & review
Send a pitch or a finished draft. We reply within 5 to 7 working days with a yes, a request for changes, or a no with a reason.
- 2
Edit & approval
Accepted standard articles are published free. Sponsored requests receive a quote before any editing starts.
- 3
Publish & share
Your post goes live with your byline and bio. We send you the link so you can share it with your audience.
Submit
Send Your Post by Email
We review submissions by email only. Send your pitch or finished draft to the address below and we will take it from there.
Start Your Email- Subject line
Post Submission: [Your Article Title]- Article file
- Google Doc link (comment access) or a Word file
- Attach
- Images as separate files, plus a bio of up to 50 words with one link
How to Find Entertainment Sites That Welcome Contributors
Building a portfolio means pitching more than one publication. These search methods help you find music, film and gaming sites that welcome contributors. Click any query to copy it.
1. Pair your niche with a contributor phrase
The simplest method. Combine an entertainment keyword with the wording sites use on their submission pages.
2. Use advanced search operators
Operators narrow results to pages built for contributors instead of articles that only mention the phrase.
3. Go narrower than "entertainment"
Broad terms return big publishers. Sub-niches surface smaller blogs that are more likely to say yes.
4. Search common URL patterns
Many sites keep their guidelines at predictable addresses. Searching for those paths finds pages that are not linked from menus.
5. Look for paid and sponsored options
Some publishers only accept sponsored content. These searches find them, and the label tells you what to expect.
6. Mine "People also ask" and related searches
Open any result for your query, then expand the related questions. Each one suggests new keyword pairs to try.
7. Let autocomplete finish the query
Type "music write for us" or "movie submit article" slowly and note the suggestions. They reflect what other writers search for.
Write for Us FAQ
Quick answers to the questions contributors ask most often.
What entertainment topics do you accept?
We publish music discovery, songwriting and music theory, artists and genres, film and TV soundtracks, gaming and game music, concerts and festivals, streaming and music tech, and pop culture. If your idea touches music in some way, it is likely a fit.
Do I need to be a professional musician or journalist?
No. We work with musicians, students, DJs, playlist curators, critics, teachers and enthusiastic listeners. What matters is that you know your subject and can explain it clearly.
Is it free to write for you?
Yes. Standard editorial articles that meet our guidelines are reviewed and published at no cost. We never charge for a pitch or a review.
Do you accept sponsored posts?
Yes, on relevant entertainment topics only. Sponsored posts follow the same quality rules, are labelled as sponsored and use rel="sponsored" on paid links. Ask by email for current rates.
How long should my article be?
At least 1,600 words. Most accepted posts run between 1,800 and 2,500 words. Length should come from examples and explanation, never from padding.
How many links can I include?
Up to two contextual links in the body that genuinely help the reader, plus one link in your author bio. We may remove or replace links that do not meet that bar.
Can I use AI tools to write my article?
You may use AI for research or outlining, but the article must be written, fact-checked and owned by you. Drafts that read as unedited AI output are declined.
How soon will I hear back?
We reply to every complete submission within 5 to 7 working days. If you have not heard from us after that, send a short follow-up in the same email thread.
Can I include song lyrics in my post?
Only a very short line where it is essential to your point, credited to the songwriter. Full or extended lyrics are not accepted for copyright reasons.
Can I submit more than one article?
Yes, but send one at a time. Once your first post is published you are welcome to pitch the next, and regular contributors get faster reviews.
Will you change my title or text?
We may adjust the title, headings or wording for clarity, accuracy and search. Any significant change is shared with you before publication.
Do you publish articles in other languages?
Our blog is English only for now. Submissions should be written in clear, natural English.
Can I republish my article elsewhere after it goes live?
Please do not republish the full text. You can share the link, quote a short excerpt and point readers back to the original post.
How long will my article stay on the site?
Published posts are intended to stay live permanently. We may update dates, facts or links over time to keep the article accurate.
Still have a question? Email info@randomsonggenerator.net, use our contact page, or browse the music guides to see the kind of articles we publish.