THE JOURNAL / SPOTIFY & HOUSE MUSIC
Less noise. Better music conversations.
Practical insights on playlist submissions, House music discoveries and independent artist development, from the perspective of a working curator.
Start with these guides
New guide: Chill House vs Deep House — finding the right playlist for your track. A practical comparison for artists who want to pitch with more precision.
Curator essentials: Read what independent Spotify playlist curators look for when choosing new tracks, then explore the practical guides below.
Latest articles
The newest guides, listening notes and independent music marketing perspectives.
- Chill House vs Deep House: Which Spotify Playlist Fits Your Track?
- Spotify Playlist Submission Checklist 2026: 12 Checks
- How Spotify Playlist Curators Judge the First 30 Seconds
- Why Spotify Playlist Curators Reject Songs: 10 Reasons
- How to Optimize Your Spotify Profile for Playlists (2025 Edition)
- Why Playlist Networking Matters: Building Trust & Streams (2025 Edition)
Got music you’d like me to hear?
Listen to the playlists and choose the right fit before submitting your track.