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How To Increase Your Chances Of Getting On Editorial Playlists As An Independent Artist In 2026

Most artists want to get on editorial playlists, but only a few understand what it takes and how best to prepare themselves for it.

This article breaks down practical ways independent artists can increase their chances of getting featured on their favorite editorial playlists.

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Content Playbook for Independent Artists

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"The Gift of Independence" by Olumide Ogunkanmbi (A&R Strategist & Founder, Unsong Music)

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5 Ways Unsong Music can Help you Advance your Career as an Independent Artist in 2026

  • Music Distribution: Unsong Music can get your music on over 150+ digital streaming platforms, ensuring it reaches a wide and diverse audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Unsong Music is a music distribution and artist services company dedicated to helping independent artists build sustainable careers on their own terms.

We don’t only distribute music; we provide the tools, strategies, and expertise that help artists build momentum, grow their fanbase, and navigate the music industry correctly.

From digital distribution to A&R, artist marketing, creative direction, brand management, digital strategy, playlisting, and more, our services are tailored to support the unique goals of every artist we work with.

Unsong Music understands the limitations of independent artists in gaining visibility and building long-term careers. Our mission is to bridge the gap between the opportunities accessible to independent talent and those accessible to artists signed to traditional record labels.

Your music will be available on major stores within 1–10 days after submission.

You can also select a custom release date to align with your marketing plan.

We offer Artist Marketing, Brand Management, Creative Direction, and other promotional services via the UNSONG PREMIUM plan.

The UNSONG PRO plan grants you access to an A&R Manager, and your releases are considered for editorial playlist pitching.

Yes! Unsong Music will provide you with access to your sales dashboard.

You can easily track how your music is performing, including sales, streams, and earnings, all in one place.

Yes! With the UNSONG PREMIUM plan, artists who don’t distribute through us can still access other services.

Simply apply for the plan, complete the form, and select the service you’d like us to provide.

Our team will review your request and be in touch shortly.

If you’re subscribed to the UNSONG PRO plan, our A&R team will review your release and, if approved, pitch it to DSPs for editorial playlist placements.

It is important to note that approval by our A&R team does not guarantee placement on editorial playlists, as playlist curators independently decide which music aligns with their playlists' themes and audiences.

To give our team enough time to review and pitch your music, please upload singles at least 30 days before the release date, and EPs or albums at least 45 days in advance.

Unsong Music offers three tailored plans, each designed to support independent artists with varying needs and career goals:

UNSONG ROOKIE – At ₦24,900/year, this plan is designed for artists who want digital distribution only.
It offers unlimited releases per artist, free release links, and the option to upgrade to UNSONG PRO as your needs change.
UNSONG ROOKIE artists retain 90% of their streaming royalties, while Unsong Music takes a 10% commission.

UNSONG PRO – At ₦44,900/year, this plan is designed for artists who want more than digital distribution. You are assigned an A&R Manager, and your releases are reviewed for editorial playlist pitching to Apple Music, Spotify, Audiomack, and other platforms. Your A&R Manager will be dedicated to your development. They can assist with track selection, release planning, marketing strategy, and other key areas to support your growth.
You will also receive an independent artist kit at major milestones: 2 million, 5 million, and 10 million streams (terms and conditions apply).
UNSONG PRO artists keep 80% of their streaming royalties, while Unsong Music takes a 20% commission.

UNSONG PREMIUM – This invite-only plan offers bespoke royalty splits per artist, alongside other services including Artist Marketing, Playlisting, and more.

The Independent Artist Kit includes creative tools such as headphones, wireless earbuds, bluetooth speakers, studio gear, content creation equipment, and other essential tools curated to support your development.

You unlock these items as you achieve significant milestones—2 million, 5 million, and 10 million streams respectively.

Only UNSONG PRO artists are eligible for this kit.