Top 11 (Legit) Playlisting Services in 2023
I’ve personally tried dozens of playlisting companies. Here are my favorites that actually work.
What to expect from Spotify playlist promotion
That’s right, we’re jumping right into some (mild) controversy – but hopefully it’s enlightening and actionable for you. This topic has been on my mind because I’m in the midst of trying 15 different playlist promo companies. Overall, I would say it’s been a slightly disappointing experience. Don’t get me wrong; it hasn’t been bad. […]
How to Get on Spotify Playlists
Whether you like it or not, you can’t ignore the importance of Spotify playlists in today’s music industry. Getting the right song in the right playlist can skyrocket an artist’s career in a matter of days, regardless of whether they’re signed or not, their experience in the business or their music background. In a way, […]
LANDR Review: Should You Use It to Master Your Music?
Mastering is the last step of music production and determines how your music will sound on all devices and streaming platforms, so it’s not an understatement when I say it’s one of the most crucial aspects of an artist’s career. While I always recommend musicians get an audio engineer to do the mastering to have […]
What Is Spotify Discovery Mode?
There are two ways to look at Spotify Discovery Mode: As it often happens, the truth is in the middle. So, today, I’m going to explain Discovery Mode (including how you can use it to promote your songs) and highlight the pros and cons of this new marketing tool. Spotify for Artists promotional tools First […]
Is the Music Industry a Scam?
I probably shouldn’t write this. The topic’s not all that actionable, for one thing, and for another, my viewpoint is probably unpopular. Writing it down puts me at high risk of coming off as “preachy.” And because of my position, if you’re a cynical person, you might even suspect that I’m being self-servingly disingenuous. But […]
The 10 Best Music Collaboration Websites in 2024
Looking for websites that’ll let you collaborate with other musicians? Here’s my list with a quick-hit synopsis of each option: Looking for the details on each option? Keep reading. I guess it’s trite to say at this point, but it’s still true: The internet’s a crazy thing. It used to be that if you wanted […]
Do Influencer Campaigns Work for Music Promotion?
I tried an Instagram influencer campaign last month. If you’re not familiar with the concept, 1) good for you, and 2) here’s the gist: An “influencer campaign” basically means that you pay semi-famous social media users to make videos featuring your music. There are two potential benefits to doing this: The second scenario isn’t particularly […]
DistroKid vs. CD Baby: Which Distributor Is Right For You?
Wondering whether CD Baby or DistroKid is right for you? It’s a common question. Click here to skip to my quick breakdown. Keep reading for the details. The background on the comparison Back in the day, when I was still cool enough to wear bright blue Aeropostale t-shirts with the brand name emblazoned in big […]
Chartmetric Review: Is It Worth It?
Is Chartmetric worth it? Here’s my quick answer that you might not like: It depends on what you’re looking for. From a pure functionality standpoint, oh yeah, it’s worth it. Chartmetric is the best tool I’ve found for compiling a huge range of data across a bunch of different platforms. From a sheer stats perspective, […]
