Can You Get Paid to Review Music on Spotify? We Have the Answer

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Plus, how to avoid scams & how much you can get paid
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If you're a music lover and a Spotify listener, your curiosity may have been piqued by TikToks claiming that Spotify will hire you to review music. Unfortunately, though, this isn't true: Spotify won't pay you to listen to their music. There are, however, third-party music promotion websites that pay reviewers, or curators, to listen to and review music from artists in need of promotion. This helpful guide covers whether or not the Spotify reviewer job is a scam , how the job works , how to become a Spotify reviewer , how much you can get paid , and more.

Does Spotify hire reviewers or playlist curators?

Spotify Music Reviewer and Playlist Curator aren't real jobs offered by Spotify. Some websites, like Playlist Push or AudioFy, say they'll pay Spotify users a certain amount per song to listen to and review music on the app. But many people report having a hard time starting work and think some of the sites are scams.

Section 1 of 6:

Can you become a Spotify reviewer?

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  1. Technically, yes, but not for the official Spotify company. TikTokers who create content about this job are promoting a third-party company and don't actually work for the music streaming app. You can try applying to one of the third parties, which claim to pay Spotify users a certain amount of money per song to listen to and review songs on the app. However, many users find it very difficult to start working and get paid. It's also highly likely that at least some of these sites are scams designed to steal people's personal information. [1]
    • Some TikTok users make misleading claims, saying they work for Spotify or that Spotify pays them. For example, TikToker @cindysseecret1 posted this video on May 30, 2025, with the caption, "Told him I work for Spotify." She then shows what appears to be a PayPal statement with a payout from Spotify USA Inc.
    • They also direct their followers to apply for the job on a non-Spotify site, like AudioFy.site or Playlist Push. For example, when people ask @cindyssecret1 where to apply, she points them to a link in her bio that reads, " ReviewNowUs.com ," which is not a legitimate site associated with Spotify. Another user, @financiallyfreee, uploaded this TikTok on March 27, 2023, and instructed users to go to a site called Playlist Push instead of the real Spotify job page ( lifeatspotify.com/jobs ).
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Is the Spotify reviewer job a scam?

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  1. The Spotify reviewer job is legit on some sites and a scam on others. Popular websites like Playlist Push , Groover , and SoundCampaign seem legit, although the qualification requirements are steep and there's no guarantee you'll make any money. Other websites, like AudioFy.site, are definitely running scams. AudioFy.site uses Spotify's logo, font, and branding to make it seem like it's Spotify's legitimate hiring page when it isn't. This deception is a major red flag, but it gets worse if you ignore the initial warning signs and try to apply anyway. Here's what the process looks like: [2]
    • If you click Apply on AudioFy.site, you'll be prompted to enter your name, email address, phone number, location, and age range. Next, you'll be asked to complete 2-3 offers before you can start working. These "offers" include signing up for subscriptions or free trials, taking surveys, and downloading suspicious apps.
      • After that, you still won't be allowed to start working and will instead be asked to complete yet more offers, usually via email. Finally, you'll be asked to share the "job opportunity" with friends and family and promote the scam to more people.
    • Other fake Spotify application websites to avoid are ReviewNowUs and SpFyApply.
Section 3 of 6:

How does being a Spotify reviewer work?

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  1. Spotify reviewers listen to songs, add them to their playlists, and send feedback. As a music reviewer or "playlist curator" for a third-party music promotion company, your job is to listen to songs the company sends to you. You must then add those songs to your Spotify playlists, so your followers will also (hopefully) listen to them. You'll also be required to submit thoughtful feedback about each track. You get paid for every song you listen to and review.
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How to Become a Spotify Music Reviewer

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    Choose a music promotion site like Playlist Push, Groover, or SoundCampaign. The websites that legitimately pay people to listen to music and curate playlists on Spotify are music promotion companies. They offer artists the chance to promote their music on Spotify playlists, music blogs, radio stations, and more. They also hire reviewers or curators to do the promotional work.
    • Note that Groover only pays in Euros, meaning you would have to exchange your earnings for USD currency if you live in the United States.
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    Ensure you meet their curator qualifications before you apply. Playlist Push and SoundCampaign, for example, require curator applicants to have at least 1000 "organic" followers on Spotify. "Organic" refers to followers that you collected over time because they liked your content, not followers that you paid. Groover's requirements are more vague, but one of the most notable qualifications is that you must have a website, Facebook page, or Instagram account with a "significant audience." That means that you have a lot of followers or readers.
    • Playlist Push Requirements : [3]
      • Minimum 1000 followers per playlist
      • Minimum 30 active monthly listeners per playlist
      • Minimum 1% active monthly listeners per playlist
    • Groover Requirements : [4]
      • Your project or work is serious and solid
      • You've been active for a long time and are currently active
      • You create valuable content that showcases emerging artists
      • You have a website, Facebook page, or Instagram page with a significant audience
      • You can offer opportunities/coverage/advice to the artists you like
    • SoundCampaign Requirements : [5]
      • No fewer than 1000 followers per playlist
      • A minimum of 20 tracks per playlist
      • Organic and active listeners
  3. 3
    Fill out the application and wait to see if you qualify. When you apply, provide as much information as possible about your Spotify account, including your follower count, playlist genres, and favorite artists. After applying, expect to wait at least 24-48 hours to find out if you've been approved.
    • Avoid websites that ask for sensitive information on the application, like your social security number or your bank account number. Additionally, avoid sites that prompt you to complete offers like subscriptions or surveys to get work, as those are undoubtedly scams.
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Section 5 of 6:

How much do Spotify music reviewers get paid?

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  1. Spotify music reviewers seem to get paid anywhere from $1-$15 per song. The amount may depend on the website you're using, the song you're reviewing, and how much the artist is paying the website to promote it. Keep in mind that you're not guaranteed to receive songs to review frequently or even regularly. In addition, some sites require you to wait until you earn a certain amount of money to withdraw it. For these reasons, becoming a Spotify reviewer may not be a profitable side gig for most people.
    • For example, Groover requires you to earn 20 Euros before you can withdraw it to your debit card or bank account. They also take 3-5 days to process your withdrawal request. [6]
Section 6 of 6:

Where do I find real jobs at Spotify?

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  1. Go to lifeatspotify.com.jobs to find real positions with the Spotify company. If you're interested in working for Spotify, go to their official website at lifeatspotify.com/jobs . You'll find a list of open positions based on geographic location. Spotify also allows you to choose if you want to work mostly remotely with some days spent in the office (or vice versa) as part of their Work from Anywhere program .
    • For many Spotify jobs, you still need to reside in the same city as the job location. But in some cases, if you're located far away, they may let you work in co-working spaces instead of in the office.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://malwaretips.com/blogs/audiofy-site-scam/
      2. ↑ https://malwaretips.com/blogs/audiofy-site-scam/
      3. ↑ https://help.playlistpush.com/en/articles/2295569-the-playlist-requirements-to-qualify-for-playlist-push
      4. ↑ https://help.groover.co/fr/articles/4700041-how-do-i-become-a-music-curator-pro-on-groover
      5. ↑ https://help.soundcamps.com/en/articles/5541325-requirements-for-your-playlists
      6. ↑ https://help.groover.co/fr/articles/4700057-how-to-transfer-withdraw-my-grooviz-in-as-a-curator-pro

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