PlaylistPush vs LISTN: Which Music-Promotion Platform Should You Choose?

In today’s music industry, visibility is everything. From Spotify playlists to radio spins and viral videos, indie artists and labels must be everywhere their audience discovers new songs. Two promotion platforms promise that exposure: the seasoned PlaylistPush and the innovative French newcomer LISTN. This side-by-side guide breaks down the numbers, prices and features so you can decide where to invest for your next release.

1. Quick Overview

PlaylistPush launched in 2017 and focuses on Spotify playlists and TikTok creators. You set a budget, the algorithm sends your track to thousands of curators, and placements roll in—if they like the song.

LISTN is an “all-in-one” solution. One campaign reaches hand-picked Spotify playlists, 2,000+ radio stations across 100 countries, and micro-influencers on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. The goal: multiply touchpoints while keeping the workflow simple.

2. Network Size & Potential Reach

• PlaylistPush: 4,000 Spotify playlists, 100+ million combined followers.
• LISTN: 500 niche-focused playlists (~2 million followers) plus 2,000 radios and 2,000+ influencers with a collective reach of ~500 million views.

PlaylistPush wins in raw playlist volume, but LISTN’s radio and influencer layers create extra discovery angles—crucial for sustained buzz.

3. Pricing Models

Platform	Minimum Spend	Billing Method
PlaylistPush	US $300	One-time campaign fee
LISTN	None (1 credit = €1)	Pay-as-you-go credits, refunded if no response

4. Control & Transparency

Targeting: PlaylistPush auto-matches tracks—fast but opaque. LISTN lets you hand-pick curators or use AI suggestions, offering both precision and convenience.

Guarantees: With LISTN, curators must respond within 15 days or your credits return. PlaylistPush does not refund silent submissions.

5. Typical Results & Timing

• PlaylistPush: Feedback within 14 days; performance depends on budget and genre fit.
• LISTN: Playlist, radio and influencer feedback unfolds over 7–15 days, balancing out risk across channels.

6. Pros & Cons at a Glance

	PlaylistPush	LISTN
Pros	Largest Spotify playlist network; turnkey workflow	Multichannel (playlists + radio + influencers); flexible spend; credit-refund policy
Cons	Higher entry cost; no refund for non-responses	Smaller playlist pool; needs light targeting for best ROI

7. Which Platform Fits Your 2025 Release Plan?

If your sole goal is Spotify playlist adds and you have $300+ to invest, PlaylistPush remains a reliable option. But if you want playlists and radio exposure and influencer buzz—without locking in a big lump sum—LISTN offers the more agile route.

Real-World Example

A UK indie-pop duo spent €320 in 3 LISTN campaigns, splitting them among 15 playlists, 10 college radios and 5 TikTok creators. Three weeks later they gained 18 000 extra Spotify streams, 32 radio spins and an 85 k-view dance clip—cost per qualified exposure: < €0.003.

A rock band spent $500 on PlaylistPush, landed on 7 mid-size playlists (65 k total followers) but saw the spike fade once the playlists rotated their catalog.

Key Takeaways

1. Budget Flexibility: LISTN’s €1 credits scale from indie-friendly pushes to major-label blasts.
2. Channel Diversity: PlaylistPush dominates Spotify playlists; LISTN adds radio and influencer reach.
3. Risk Management: LISTN refunds unused credits for reinvestment.

🎧 Ready to try LISTN? Create your free account now and see which playlists, stations and influencers match your next single.

Further reading: Tips to Promote Your Music Effectively