What are algorithmic playlists and how do I get on them?

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 Main Types of Algorithmic Playlists

Playlist	How It Works
Release Radar	Delivers new songs to your followers every Friday.
Discover Weekly	Suggests new music based on what each user listens to. Updated every Monday.
Daily Mix	Personalized blends of new + familiar songs.
Spotify Radio	Plays related songs when a track, artist, or playlist ends.
Autoplay	Starts when a user finishes a playlist or album — uses similar logic to Radio.

 How to Get on Algorithmic Playlists

1. Submit Your Track via Spotify for Artists

• Do this at least 7 days before release to qualify for Release Radar.

2. Focus on Engagement, Not Just Plays
Spotify’s algorithm looks at:

• Save rate (aim for 25%+)
• Completion rate (do listeners finish the song?)
• Skip rate (lower is better)
• Playlist adds
• Repeat listens

3. Build Your Follower Count

• Only your followers receive your track in Release Radar.
• Ask fans to follow you after each release or in your social bios.

4. Drive Organic Traffic to Spotify

• Use Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and email newsletters to push fans to your Spotify page.
• Focus on quality, not quantity — a smaller group of engaged listeners beats a large group of passive ones.

5. Release Music Regularly

• Every new release is a fresh chance to appear in algorithmic feeds.
• Aim for a release every 4–8 weeks to stay in the system’s cycle.

 Avoid These Mistakes

• Don’t use fake streams — they’ll hurt your algorithmic chances.
• Don’t ignore your existing fans — algorithmic playlists reward consistent engagement.
• Don’t skip the pitch form — that’s your ticket to Release Radar.

 Pro Tip

Most long-term Spotify growth comes from algorithmic playlists, not one-time editorial wins. Focus on building engagement and fan loyalty to tap into this system again and again.