Best Practices When Submitting To Spotify Playlisters
If you're an artist trying to get your music heard, getting on a popular Spotify playlist can be a great way to grow your audience. But with so many others doing the same thing, how do you stand out?First off, it helps to know who you're sending your music to. Not all playlist curators want the same style or vibe. Spend some time listening to the actual playlists you’re aiming for. Do your songs fit well with the other tracks? If yes, great. If not, you might want to look for a better match. A good starting point to find playlist curators and helpful tips is buzzclick-music.com, a site many artists trust.
When you’re ready to submit your track, make sure you’re sending it in a way that makes things easy for the curator. Include your song link (usually a Spotify link or streaming link), a short bio, and maybe a sentence or two about what inspired the track. Keep it short and friendly—curators are usually busy and get tons of emails or DMs every day.
Make your message personal. Don't just copy-paste the same thing to everyone. Use the person’s name if you know it, mention the playlist by name, and maybe say why you like it. These small touches show that you actually care and didn’t just spam the message out to a long list of people.
Timing can also make a difference. If your song has already been out for a while and didn’t gain much attention, it might be harder to get curators to notice it. Many curators look for fresh releases, so sending your track shortly before or right after it drops can give you a better shot.
Another tip—don’t get discouraged if you don’t hear back. It’s common. Keep making great music and keep sending it out. Building these relationships can take time, but it often pays off.
Lastly, be polite, even if someone turns you down. A kind word now might open a door later. A “no” today doesn’t mean “no” forever.
So be genuine, stay consistent, and keep putting your music out there. Good things take time, and every submission is a step forward.