If you are planning a tour let us know. We can publish your itinerary in the newsletter if we get notice far enough in advance. That will give the rep another chance to hit the stores with your release if they passed on it the first time. With enough notice, a sales rep might be able to organize an in-store performance where appropriate. Complimentory tickets for key store employees is a very inexpensive way to promote your recording.
Comps also make great give-aways on radio.
Find out which are the best stores where your touring. Pay them a visit if you have time. Give them a signed poster or a promo CD or just say hello. This was one of Loreena McKennitt's keys to success. When you sell your recordings off-stage be sensitive to the retailers situation.