How do I use Spotify’s “Artist Pick” feature strategically?

Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dLKkyJWRjsNafzYEj6l9E

 What Is Artist Pick?

Feature

Description

Location

Appears at the top of your Spotify profile

Content Options

Track, album, playlist, podcast, or concert

Message

You can add a 50-character note 

Duration

Auto-expires after 14 days (but you can renew or change it anytime)



 How to Set Your Artist Pick

  1. Log into Spotify for Artists
  2. Go to your Profile tab
  3. Click “+ Artist Pick” at the top of your page
  4. Choose what to highlight (track, album, playlist, or concert)
  5. Add a short custom message (emojis work too!)
  6. Hit Save—it updates immediately on your profile


 Best Ways to Use Artist Pick

Strategy


 New release


 Pre-save or pre-add campaign


 Tour promotion


 Show your influences


 Drive streams to a playlist




 Pro Tips

  • Update it regularly—don’t leave it stale
  • Pair with your social media rollout: “Check out my Artist Pick on Spotify!”
  • Use emojis to draw the eye
  • Keep the message short, specific, and action-driven


 Common Mistakes

  • Ignoring it—it’s valuable space you control
  • Leaving an old release up for months
  • Using vague messages like “Check this out” (be intentional!)


The Artist Pick is your Spotify billboard.
Use it to shine a spotlight where you want fans to look next.

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