TJ Jones is Product Manager at Playlist Push & a dynamic figure in the music industry. With over 5 years of experience, he's also a playlist curator & artist manager with plenty of knowledge to share.
Blog Posts for Artists
Independent artists are constantly searching for the best way to promote music on Spotify. Every day, musicians spend money on Facebook ads, Instagram campaigns, TikTok content, and Spotify promotion services, hoping their latest single will explode. Most of the time, the results are disappointing. Streams spike for a few days,
Blog Posts for Artists
What Is Spotify Release Radar Spotify Release Radar is a personalized playlist that updates every Friday and delivers new music to listeners based on their activity. According to Spotify for Artists, Release Radar includes new releases from artists a listener follows, as well as music Spotify believes they may enjoy
Blog Posts for Artists
YouTube just made a move that’s shaking up the music industry. As of January 17, 2026, YouTube has officially withdrawn its streaming data from all Billboard U.S. and global charts. This includes the iconic Billboard Hot 100, Billboard 200, and other genre-specific rankings that fans and artists alike
Blog Posts for Artists
Music distribution is a crucial step for artists aiming to get their music heard worldwide, but choosing the right distribution model can be tricky. The two main options are the flat-fee model and the royalty (revenue-share) model, each with its own pros, cons, and ideal use cases, depending on your
Blog Posts for Artists
Independent artists in 2026 are playing a different game, one shaped by AI discovery, algorithmic signals, and early engagement data. Despite all these changes, Spotify pre-saves remain one of the simplest ways to build momentum before release day. What has changed is how pre-saves work inside Spotify, and how strategically
Why Spotify SEO Matters More Than Ever in 2026 If you think Spotify is just a place where people hit play and vibe, you’re missing the bigger picture. Spotify has quietly evolved into something much more powerful, a search engine for moods, moments, and micro-genres. And just like Google
Blog Posts for Artists
YouTube is rolling out fresh tools for artists in 2026. The focus is simple. Help musicians grow faster, look more professional, and get paid more consistently. If you treat your channel like a real music business, these updates matter. If you haven’t already, check out our YouTube For Artists
Blog Posts for Artists
If you opened your Spotify app this week and felt like your playlists sounded different, you’re right. Spotify just rolled out a major shuffle update designed to fix one of the streaming app's longest-running frustrations: Repetition. Spotify’s shuffle feature has been known to repeat songs you’
Blog Posts for Artists
If you ever thought Spotify + DJing = impossible, think again! Spotify just dropped a major update: Premium users can now mix tracks from their Spotify library directly inside popular DJ software, such as rekordbox, Serato, and djay. It’s a serious pivot in how DJs, playlist curators, and music lovers interact
Curator Tips
Updated for Spotify’s current playlist ecosystem. Quick Summary: How to Become a Great Spotify Playlist Curator in 2026 To succeed as a Spotify playlist curator, you need to: 1. Choose a clear niche and audience 2. Build strong visuals and branding 3. Curate playlists with intentional flow 4. Promote
Spotify Tips
Spotify just dropped a big update. Premium users can now stream music in lossless audio using FLAC files up to 24-bit/44.1kHz. This means your fans can finally hear your songs in full detail. More clarity. More punch. More of everything you put into the mix. If you’re
Spotify Tips
Spotify Wrapped is one of the most anticipated events for Spotify lovers each year and Spotify Wrapped 2025 is just around the corner. Spotify Wrapped is an annual feature on Spotify where users get a personalized summary of what they listened to throughout the year, including top songs, artists, genres,
YouTube
YouTube recently launched a powerful new platform called YouTube for Artists, a game-changer for musicians, singers, and creative professionals seeking to grow their online presence and income. Whether you're just figuring out how to start a YouTube music channel or already making money through music, this update will
Blog Posts for Artists
What Is Cringe Marketing in Music? Cringe marketing is a promotional strategy that relies on creating content that's awkward, over-the-top, or downright bizarre to capture attention. In the music world, it often looks like emotionally intense videos, odd visuals, or performances that leave audiences wondering, "What did
Blog Posts for Artists
1. Define Your Sound & Brand To stand out in a sea of good music artists, you need a unique identity, signature sound and visually compelling vibe. Think: what makes you you? Record labels want distinctive artists they can market. Solidify your brand before reaching out. 2. Build Your Fanbase
Blog Posts for Artists
Understanding Record Label Contracts In 2025, it's entirely possible for artists to succeed independently of record labels. However, a record deal can still offer significant support and fuel an artist's development. Conversely, it could hinder growth if the label prioritizes short-term profits over the artist'