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Playlist Curators
The short answer
Playlist curators in the Artispreneur directory run independent and collaborative playlists that accept submissions from independent artists. Pitch one song that fits the playlist's sound and mood, name the exact playlist, and never pay for placement. Fit beats quality here: a strong song in the wrong playlist gets skipped, and skips hurt.
What playlist curators do, and what they look for
Independent curators build and maintain playlists that listeners follow for a mood, a genre, or a moment. Unlike editorial playlists, which artists pitch through platform tools, independent curators can be contacted directly and need a constant supply of fitting music to keep followers engaged. A placement on a well matched playlist produces saves and repeat listens, the signals that feed algorithmic discovery.
Browse 5,175 playlist curators in the directoryHow to pitch playlist curators
- Listen to the playlist first and pick the one song of yours that truly fits its mood and tempo.
- Name the playlist and the fit in your first line, then link the track with its release date.
- Pitch before or on release week, when curators are programming new additions.
- Reciprocate: follow, share, and add curators' own music where it fits your playlists.
Mistakes that end the conversation
- Paying for placement, which risks artificial streaming penalties and removal.
- Sending a song that clashes with the playlist's mood because it is your newest release.
- Asking for a placement without ever listening to the playlist.
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Start the free courseQuestions artists ask about playlist curators
Should I pay a curator for playlist placement?
No. Paid placement on playlists that guarantee streams is the pattern behind artificial streaming enforcement. Legitimate curators charge nothing or run transparent submission platforms; the pitch itself should be free.
How many songs should I pitch to one curator?
One. A single well matched song respects the curator's time and makes the fit easy to judge. Send the next song on the next release.
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