City
bird
Publicity
— Championing emerging talent and collaborating with music’s finest since 2012.
What We Do
We excel at generating buzz for releases, increasing media exposure, driving tour press, securing placements on playlists and more. Our campaigns are tailored to each artist’s goals and brand, ensuring maximum impact and resonance with their audience.
What sets us apart is our ability to combine these strengths into a unified approach. By integrating fan engagement expertise with strategic publicity efforts, we help artists not only grow their fanbase but also foster long-term loyalty that carries through album cycles, tours, and beyond. Whether it’s creating memorable moments for fans, crafting authentic social media content, or amplifying reach through top-tier media outlets, our services are designed to support artists at every stage of their career.
Publicity
Tailored campaigns that connect artists with fans and industry leaders. Read More »
Biography Writing
Engage audiences with biographies that showcase the essence of an artist’s story. Read More »
Artist Development
Empowering artists to shape their careers and build lasting legacies. Read More »
Who We Are
City Bird Publicity has worked and works with the likes of Maggie Rogers, The Neighbourhood, Calgary Folk Festival (w/ Beirut, Neutral Milk Hotel, Sinead O’Connor), Rally in the Valley featuring The National and Kaki King, Travis Thompson (Macklemore collaborator), Matt Pond, Zuli, Cool Life featuring Eric Nally (ex Foxy Shazam members/Macklemore), Blonde Ambition, Henry Chadwick, Nik West (Prince), Sharkmuffin,The Native Sibling, Pravada (Featuring members of Margot & the Nuclear So and So’s), Jared & The Mill, Romans (featuring members of Head Automatica), among others.
City Bird Publicity has proven results in getting artists into websites, blogs, radio/podcast, Spotify playlists and magazines such as Pitchfork, Earmilk, Paste, Relix, NPR, Magnet, NME, Consequence of Sound, Atwood, The Deli Mag, Rolling Stone, Time, Billboard, Buzzfeed, New York Times, FUSE, IMPOSE Huffington Post, MTVU, American Songwriter, Nylon, Brooklyn Vegan,Performer Magazine, among countless others. We can help you gain attention in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., South America and more.
Get In Touch
Contact & Schedule a Call
— Reach out to schedule a consultation for your release:
MELISSA NASTASI
MELISSA@CITYBIRDPUBLICITY.COM
About the Founder – Melissa Nastasi
Melissa Nastasi is a seasoned music publicist and media strategist with over 15 years of experience, specializing in publicity. She has worked with a diverse roster of renowned artists, including Maggie Rogers, The National, The Neighbourhood, Matt Pond, Calgary Folk Festival featuring Sinead O’Connor and Beirut, Eric Nally, The Sounds, Stephen Malkmus, The Mountain Goats, Perry Farrell, Boy George, Afrojack, and more. Melissa is known for her knack for discovering up-and-coming music outlets, often getting in on the ground floor before other publicists catch on. This talent allows her to create impactful, multi-dimensional campaigns that resonate deeply with audiences.
Having started her career at Columbia Records, Melissa gained foundational experience in artist relations and radio promotions, coordinating outreach to radio stations and managing follow-ups with local venues. Her skills flourished at Beggars Music/Matador Records, where she contributed to tour PR and marketing campaigns that elevated artist visibility across multiple markets. Throughout her career, Melissa has built meaningful connections between artists and their fans, organizing engaging events that create memorable experiences. When she’s not pitching or crafting compelling narratives, she enjoys working on her unique illustrations, running a 10,000 person online book club, and spending time with her King Charles Spaniel, Zooey.
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