As a part of our ongoing artist education initiatives, we’re breaking down the differences between Rise and various other promotion services. The goal is to make the differences clear so you (the artist) can make informed decisions with your marketing budget. Today we examine the key differences between Rise and Playlist Push.

As an artist navigating the digital music landscape, you’re constantly seeking effective ways to get your music in front of real people. Two platforms that often come up in the conversation are Rise and Playlist Push. While both aim to help artists gain exposure, their approaches and the results they deliver are fundamentally different. Let’s break down the key distinctions to help you decide which platform aligns best with your music promotion goals.

Playlist Push: The DIY Playlist Pitching Route

Playlist Push operates as a DIY (Do-It-Yourself) playlist-pitching service. It provides a platform where artists can submit their music to a network of independent playlist curators. The potential benefit here is getting your music heard by these curators, with the possibility of playlist placement. While you’ll receive curator feedback, which can be valuable for developing artists seeking insights into why their music was or wasn’t accepted, placements are not guaranteed, and the quality and reach of the playlists can vary significantly. Ultimately, with Playlist Push, you’re investing in the opportunity to be heard, with the outcome largely dependent on the curators’ subjective decisions.

Rise: Automated Music Marketing with Guaranteed Results

Rise takes a fundamentally different approach. As we like to say, Rise takes the ”Y out of DIY” and simply gets to the “Do It” part of music marketing. We are an automated music marketing platform powered by a team of experts who manage your campaigns from start to finish. Unlike playlist pitching services with uncertain outcomes, every dollar you invest with Rise delivers guaranteed results. This includes tangible growth such as Spotify followers, pre-saves, engagement on targeted ads featuring your music, increased followers and engagement on TikTok, as well as views on Instagram and YouTube. While our focus extends beyond just playlists, Rise also features our own fan-facing playlist brand, “tout,” showcasing Rise artists as a bonus within our Spotify Conversion or Exposure campaigns. Furthermore, our Exposure campaigns leverage a network of over 200 verified playlist partners, often driving thousands of streams from real, targeted Spotify listeners.

Key Differences: Rise vs. Playlist Push