Landing your song on a popular playlist can literally change your career overnight. But many indie artists think you need a label connection or an insider plug to make it happen.
Good news: you don’t.
Here’s how you can get your music on big playlists—even without a label deal.
1. Get Your Metadata Right
Before anything else, your song needs to be properly tagged. Curators and platforms hate sloppy metadata.
Checklist:
- Song title, artist name, and genre are accurate
- ISRC and artwork are embedded in the file
- Social links and bio are ready to go
Pro tip: Make sure your Spotify profile is verified and updated.
2. Submit Early (Like 3+ Weeks Early)
Most curators (including Spotify’s editorial team) need time. If you’re submitting the day of release, you’ve already missed the window.
Fix it:
Upload your track at least 3-4 weeks before release. Use Spotify for Artists to pitch directly to editorial curators.
3. Target Independent Curators
Not every playlist worth being on is run by Spotify. There are thousands of third-party playlists with big reach—and many of them are accessible if you pitch right.
Try these platforms:
- SubmitHub
- Groover
- Daily Playlists
- Playlist Push
- Soundplate
But don’t spam—write a short, personalized pitch.
4. Network With Curators (The Right Way)
Instead of cold DM’ing a link, try this:
- Follow their playlist
- Share it in your story and tag them
- Then message with a genuine compliment and your pitch
Building relationships > blasting links.
5. Promote the Playlists You’re On
Once you land a playlist, don’t stop there.
Share it everywhere—Instagram, TikTok, email.
The more streams your song gets, the longer it stays on the playlist.
It shows the curator they made a good pick—which increases your chances of future placements.
6. Use Paid Boosts Strategically
If you’ve got a little budget, platforms like Playlist Push or Groover can help get your music in front of real curators—not bots.
Be selective. Don’t fall for fake services with “guaranteed” placements. Focus on real engagement and long-term growth.
7. Get Help From Pros
It’s tough doing this all alone. If you want a professional team helping you pitch, promote, and reach the right people…
TuneBlast offers curated promo campaigns with playlist reach built in.
Final Thoughts:
Playlisting isn’t about luck—it’s about strategy. If you plan ahead, pitch right, and promote smart, you can get your music on major playlists—without a label deal or expensive PR team.
Ready to level up your promo?
Contact us today to see how TuneBlast can help you.