I’m rebalancing our CHR currents this month and testing a 60/30/10 A‑B‑C split using Shazam top‑20 markets alongside Chartmetric velocity, then gut‑checking in Mediabase before it hits MusicMaster. What resources or rules of thumb are you using to convert short‑form spikes into adds without torpedoing TSL — any KPI sheet or plugin you trust?
I’ve found that syncing the Shazam trends with spins in Mediabase can reveal which tracks resonate well with listeners, allowing for a smoother add process without dropping TSL… Just watch out for any spikes that don’t translate into listener engagement; they can be misleading. Have you thought about using a listener feedback loop for some of those A/B/C tests?
It helps to look at engagement metrics right after you add a new track — think of it like checking the oven when baking cookies! You might also want to check out @jenningsm52’s point about Mediabase; a quick comparison can prevent TSL from slipping. How’s your gut feeling on the current tracks you’re testing?
With TikTok trends, I’d suggest integrating listener feedback right after adding a track. It’s like checking the pulse — if engagement drops, you might need to rethink that add. @c_becker22, have you noticed any patterns that indicate when to hold off on a track?