Editorial vs. algorithmic playlists
Human curated lists against machine generated ones.
Editorial placements come from pitching ahead of release. Algorithmic reach follows listener behaviour, saves, repeat plays and low skip rates, so it lasts longer.
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More promotion terms
- Pre save / pre order
Letting fans save a release before it comes out.
- EPK
Electronic Press Kit, your one link professional summary.
- Promo pool
A private service that sends unreleased tracks to DJs for feedback and support.
- Playlisting
Getting a track onto editorial, algorithmic or curator playlists.
- Charting (Beatport)
Ranking in genre sales charts on DJ stores.
- Canvas / clips
Short looping visuals shown next to your track in apps.