Across generations and borders, Música Mexicana continues to reach new fans. On Spotify, the genre has experienced unprecedented growth, with global streams up more than 440% since 2018. Several Música Mexicana subgenres are also on the rise as new waves of artists put their stamps on long-established musical traditions. Last month, we celebrated “La Tierra... Read more »
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In 2017, Imani Ellis revealed CultureCon to the world, a first-of-its-kind conference that spotlights culture, community, entrepreneurship, and diverse creatives. At the annual event, Black creative professionals convene to unpack topics like marketing, financing, and networking. Now, Imani is expanding the CultureCon universe with her new video podcast, CultureCon Uncut. Spotify partnered with CultureCon Studios... Read more »
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What does the future look like when it comes to AI personalities interacting with humans? This fundamental question of our present day is explored in the new Spotify Original fiction podcast Selección Natural.  In this science fiction tale, Sofía, an advanced humanoid artificial intelligence robot, embarks on a scientific mission in Antarctica with climate change... Read more »
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¿Cómo será el futuro cuando la IA interactúe con los humanos? Esta y otras complejidades se exploran en Selección Natural, el nuevo podcast original de ciencia ficción de Spotify. En esta historia de ficción, Sofía, un robot humanoide de inteligencia artificial avanzada, se embarca en una misión científica en la Antártida con Ismael, un experto... Read more »
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The world of anime is rapidly expanding, finding fans all over. On Spotify, global streams of anime music have surged by 395% since 2021, and there are 6.7 million user-generated anime playlists—proving that listeners enjoy being fully immersed in the audio of their favorite series and movies. Now, Spotify is teaming up with global anime... Read more »
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Spotify is continuously innovating to provide the best possible offering for every kind of audio fan. Since launching Audiobooks in Premium, we’ve seen a 45% increase in free users searching for and interacting with Audiobook content each day. Now we are introducing a new plan option to give our listeners a variety of choices. Starting... Read more »
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Life’s full of little mysteries, and sometimes the most fun way to tackle them is with a bit of cosmic guidance. Spotify is ready to take you on a journey of enlightenment with Song Psychic, a new, mystical music experience. You’ll have the chance to choose from a selection of pre-populated questions relating to nine... Read more »
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Reggaetón music has already captivated listeners around the world, but in Mexico the genre reigns supreme. In fact, on Spotify, Mexico listens to reggaetón more than any other country and has evolved into its own identity, which we’ve dubbed “reggaetón Mexa,” or Mexican reggaetón. Various influences create one unique sound Reggaetón Mexa isn’t new—it’s been... Read more »
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We love helping listeners discover new music on Spotify, and when it comes to features that guide them toward their next favorite songs or artists, personalization tops the list. With Spotify playlists like Discover Weekly and daylist; playlist-enhancing features like Smart Shuffle and Jam; and curated, AI-powered experiences like DJ; nearly 2 billion music discoveries... Read more »
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The ’80s. A teenage crush. High school drama. And, of course, a corpse. Maybe not what you’d expect for a traditional coming-of-age tale, but all elements that make the new movie Lisa Frankenstein come alive in a fun, twisted way. The film, written by Diablo Cody and directed by Zelda Williams, follows the story of... Read more »
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Spotify es el hogar de más de 5 millones de pódcast. Desde historias de vida impactantes hasta consejos para conquistar el mundo, el medio ofrece a los fans incontables horas de contenido en un formato que se adapta a cualquier momento de tu vida. En Colombia, los oyentes se vuelcan en masa a los pódcast.... Read more »
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Quick pulse check: What’s your mood, your inspiration, and your mindset as you kick off 2024? Does it match your feelings from a year ago?  Last year we introduced “Playlist in a Bottle,” giving listeners a chance to capture the songs that resonated with them at that moment in time and seal it away for... Read more »
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Pinoy hip-hop is overtaking the music scene in the Philippines, and the lively beats of Filipino artists are finding their way to listeners far beyond the geographical borders of the country. “The genre reflects the energy, how organic the art form is, and how accessible rapping is to everyone,” shares Chesca Tan, Spotify’s Lead Editor... Read more »
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Audiobooks can be the perfect entertainment while traveling this holiday season. However, if you’re planning for every mile ahead of you or simply want to satisfy your wanderlust with stories on jet-setting and worldly adventure, Spotify has you covered with the following recommendations.  Pointers From Top Travel Gurus   The One-Way Ticket Plan Written and... Read more »
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Spotify listeners, as well as our favorite anchors from NBC’s TODAY, are getting into the spirit by streaming their favorite seasonal hits. Festive favorites from TODAY Here’s a holiday gift for fans: Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker, Craig Melvin, Carson Daly, Sheinelle Jones, Dylan Dreyer,... Read more »
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As a teen actor, Jennette McCurdy found success when she landed a breakout role on a hit series. She went on to star in several other shows and films, and while she has since retired from acting, she’s found another creative outlet: writing. In 2022 Jennette released her memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died. The... Read more »
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Reneé Rapp, fresh off the stateside portion of her sold-out Snow Hard Feelings tour, has just released the deluxe version of her debut album Snow Angel. In the midst of her busy schedule, the Spotify RADAR artist also helped us celebrate our recently launched Jam feature in Los Angeles. Jam is a personalized experience that... Read more »
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As the weather outside becomes more frightful, it’s time to make your living room delightful. So cozy up your home’s vibes by allowing your favorite music or podcasts to filter through the living room. From countless brands of smart speakers to easier-than-ever TV listening, it’s seamless to connect and enjoy audio with congregating family and... Read more »
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