How to Request Music or Event Promotion from 88.1 The 'Burg

Updated

88.1 The 'Burg handles two different requests through two separate forms: one for music needed at an event, and one for promoting a club or event. If you want songs played or supplied for something you're hosting, use the music request. If you want the station to publicize your club or event, use the promotion request. The station's site lists both options alongside its "Want to Become A DJ?" application, so the first step is picking the right form rather than sending one combined message.

The Two Request Types at a Glance

What you need Which option to use What it's for
Music for an event Request (under "Need Music for an Event?") Asking the station for music to use at an event you're running
Promotion of a club or event Request (under "Want a club or event Promo?") Asking the station to promote your club or event
Becoming a station DJ Apply (under "Want to Become A DJ?") Joining the station as a DJ — not a request form

The key distinction: the music request is about getting music for your event, while the promo request is about getting word out about your event. They are listed as separate actions on the site, so treat them as two different asks.

How to Submit a Music Request for an Event

  1. Go to 881theburg.com and find the "Need Music for an Event?" section on the page.
  2. Select the Request link that sits under that heading.
  3. Fill in the request form with the details of your event and the music you need.
  4. Submit the form and keep any confirmation the site gives you.

The expected result is that the station receives your music request through the dedicated channel rather than a general contact route. The site does not publish a response time or approval process, so plan ahead rather than assuming a same-day answer.

How to Request Club or Event Promotion

  1. On 881theburg.com, locate the "Want a club or event Promo?" section.
  2. Select the Request link under that heading — this is separate from the music request link.
  3. Provide the details of the club or event you want promoted.
  4. Submit the form.

Use this route only when your goal is visibility for the event itself. If you also need music supplied for the event, submit the music request separately so both needs are captured.

Common Pitfalls

  • Using one form for both needs. The site separates music requests from promo requests; combining them risks one part being missed.
  • Confusing the DJ application with a request. The "Apply" option under "Want to Become A DJ?" is for joining the station, not for event music or promotion.
  • Assuming published turnaround times. The site lists the request options but does not state how quickly requests are handled, so build in lead time before your event date.

What to Check Before You Submit

Make sure you know which outcome you want — music in hand or publicity for your event — and choose the matching Request link. If you need both, submit two requests. The station also offers a music survey and live listening options on the same page, but neither substitutes for the request forms when you need action on an event.