Andrea Smith is the passionate CEO & Founder of Rising Artists, dedicated to helping musicians uncover their authentic creative selves and share their gifts in ways that bring value to others. As a certified coach, Andrea combines a purpose-driven approach with mindset and entrepreneurial strategy, bringing innovative tools to the music industry that empower artists to align with their true artistic vision, get clear on their goals, and build a body of work that endures.

First and foremost a music PR agency, Rising Artists focuses on release launches and ongoing growth for a select number of artists at any given time. The agency offers press and media placements through Andrea and her team’s established relationships with indie blogs, podcasts, major magazines, and TV channels, while also providing a hands-on Artist Development Program that includes consulting, branding, and strategic growth support for artists ready for a more managed, high-touch approach. Rising Artists additionally provides white label and partnership options for publicists, managers, labels, and other music companies.

With experience as both a record label manager and a DIY artist, Andrea understands the industry’s ups and downs. She’s worn just about every hat you can imagine in the music biz, from working as a publicity and booking coordinator for live music events to writing press pieces for local newspapers. She’s even stepped into the role of a songwriting mentor and band director at the School of Rock and Collective Sound Music Academy. Plus, she’s built her own packed private music coaching practice, all thanks to 100% word-of-mouth magic. Andrea’s got the know-how to guide you through every twist and turn in your musical quest.

Rising Artists is more than a promotional service; it’s her brainchild fueled by a love for music and a commitment to making a real impact on artists’ careers.

What started as a blog blossomed into a specialized music promotion agency, all thanks to the strong network that Andrea and her team built with industry partners, contacts, and connections. One of the highlights is Rising Artists’ collaboration with Universal Music Group, which allows them to attend exclusive private press events where they interview and feature artists like Alessia Cara, Zedd, and Chelsea Cutler.

The agency focuses on creating genuine connections between artists and fans, as well as opening doors for businesses to real growth, paving lasting pathways to success. Rising Artists believes that music matters, the artists behind it matter even more.