TikTok in 2024: The Ultimate Guide for Musicians
TikTok is one of the most popular social media networks out there, with over one billion monthly users. It’s no surprise that big brands are paying creators to promote their products and services on the platform. If you’re an artist or musician, you may be wondering how you can use TikTok to promote your music […]
2023: Tips and Tricks for Independent Artists
As an artist, it can be overwhelming to know where to start when it comes to branding and promoting your music. But with a clear plan and understanding of what to do and what not to do, you can set yourself up for success. Here are some key action items and pitfalls to avoid as […]
Maximizing Your Spotify Playlisting Strategy
How to get on Spotify Playlists: an FAQ Q: What are the different types of Spotify playlists? A: There are three types of Spotify playlists: Spotify editorial playlists: These are playlists curated by Spotify experts, who listen to and select songs to include. Spotify algorithmic playlists: These playlists are generated based on a user’s listening […]
Is paying to be included in a Spotify playlist worth it?
Depending on the artist’s goals and the specific situation. Being on a Spotify playlist can be good for an artist, as it can increase their visibility and possibly lead to more streams. Spotify playlists can be worth paying for, depending on several factors, including the quality and reach of the playlist, the cost, and the […]
Feature update: Spotify playlist analyzer
New on PlaylistMap: We have added an informative Insights section to each playlist you open, to give you more information about the playlist’s activity. The new section includes: Spotify playlist followers checker The number of tracks over time graph Analysis tab, displays information like moods These metrics play an important role in playlisting, as […]
5 Tips for Promoting Your Music on Spotify
As independent artists, making music is just part of the task; the other part is knowing how to market it successfully to get your name out there and cultivate a following. It can undoubtedly be quite frustrating and disappointing to spend hours on end creating new music, just to discover that on Spotify’s release day, […]
Spotify Playlist Promotion in 2026: What Works, What Is a Scam, and What It Costs
Some people might see Spotify as an MP3 player – a piece of technology with music inside, and nothing further. But we know it’s not true. Spotify is made of people’s preferences, their emotions and their habits just as it is made of music. Actually, Spotify’s structure and the way its algorithm works take into […]
How to create a popular Spotify playlist: 6 top tips
How can you build a great playlist on Spotify? One that will attract more followers, introduce them to your world of music, and become the go-to for listeners? Today, playlist curators are the gatekeepers of Spotify. That means you, as a curator, have the potential to influence what music people hear, and which artists get […]
How to grow your fanbase online in 2022
Traditionally, performing live onstage was considered the best way to engage with fans and expose your music to the world. But today, due to Covid-19, pulling off a live performance is often not an option. However, there are still many opportunities for musicians to gain exposure and grow their fanbase—on Spotify, through social media, […]
PlaylistMap: The platform that’s revolutionizing playlisting
Not long ago, getting your song played on the radio was your golden ticket to getting discovered. Once you hit the airwaves, you had the chance to make it big. Today, things work differently. The key to success for modern artists is getting your music on Spotify playlists. When your music enters a playlist, it […]