Around the world, the shift toward streaming has completely transformed the music industry, and Spotify has led that charge. That includes in Australia, where Spotify is helping artists grow their revenues and audiences in big ways. Just ask Tones And I, the busker turned international pop star. On June 24, Tones And I joined Spotify’s... Read more »
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When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Just ask Emma Roberts, star of the new comedy Space Cadet. In the movie, streaming July 4 on Prime Video, Emma plays Tiffany “Rex” Simpson, a woman determined to become an astronaut against all odds. Rex has always dreamed of going to space, but life isn’t... Read more »
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Since 2020, RADAR has served as Spotify’s program to spotlight rising talent from around the world, supporting emerging artists on their journeys to global stardom. In South Korea, RADAR has elevated the country’s best and brightest, helping groups like LE SSERAFIM and NMIXX catapult their careers and connect with new fans near and far. That... Read more »
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This week, Spotify returned to the South of France for the 2024 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, which recognizes excellence in the world of marketing and advertising. This annual gathering of the biggest brands, coolest creators, and most famous faces is an exciting opportunity to showcase how our platform inspires creativity, connection, and innovation.... Read more »
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As Spotify’s program to spotlight rising talent from around the world, RADAR supports emerging artists on their journeys to global stardom. Since its launch in 2020, RADAR has featured more than 20 up-and-coming Polish artists. From Jann to Zalia, Julia Pośnik to TYNSKY, stickxr to bambi, many of these entertainers have leveraged RADAR to boost... Read more »
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On April 6, 1974, the Swedish pop quartet ABBA won the Eurovision Song Contest with “Waterloo,” a victory that would propel them to dazzling international fame. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean, Björn Skifs and Blue Swede’s “Hooked on a Feeling” had just become the first single by a Swedish artist to reach the top of... Read more »
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From Céline Dion to ABBA, the Eurovision Song Contest has served as a launchpad for a number of global stars over the years. Reaching a worldwide audience in the hundreds of millions, the annual competition is Europe’s biggest music event—and on Spotify, the hype and attention are reflected in our streaming data every year. During... Read more »
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Desde el reggaetón hasta la Música Mexicana, los artistas latinos están dando forma al ritmo de la música global. En los últimos años, hemos visto emerger talentos rompedores desde lugares culturales como México, Colombia, Argentina, Brasil y Puerto Rico, y a sus pasos les siguen más estrellas en ascenso, listas para llevar la música a... Read more »
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Billie Eilish fans have been waiting with bated breath for her third studio album, HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, arriving May 17. Now, together with Spotify, Billie invites fans to step inside the vast, mysterious world of her new project with an immersive listening experience at the innovative London showspace Lightroom. On May 16 and... Read more »
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Around the world, Asian and Pacific Islander (API) artists continue to impact music culture at large, extending far beyond K-Pop. As a whole, global interest in music from Asia is on the rise, including emerging subgenres such as Gacha Pop, Pinoy hip-hop, T-Pop, and Punjabi music. In the U.S. and Canada specifically, API stars are... Read more »
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Finding the perfect song, pod, or audiobook can be transformative, which is why we here at Spotify continuously innovate our products and features to provide the best experience possible. For our more than 200 million Premium subscribers, that includes plenty of perks beyond access to ad-free music listening. If you’re a Spotify Premium user, here... Read more »
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En los últimos años, el reggaeton se ha convertido prácticamente en un sinónimo de Colombia. El país le impregnó sus propios sonidos y su flow único al género, estableciéndose como un hub para la expansión global del reggaeton. Artistas urbanos colombianos como J Balvin, Maluma, KAROL G y Feid se han convertido en estrellas internacionales, contribuyendo a... Read more »
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In recent years, reggaeton has become practically synonymous with Colombia. The country has infused its own sounds and a unique flow into the genre, establishing itself as a hub for reggaeton’s global expansion. Colombian urban artists like J Balvin, Maluma, KAROL G, and Feid have become international stars, helping drive the popularity of Colombian reggaeton... Read more »
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Since its launch in 2020, RADAR has served as Spotify’s program to spotlight rising talent from around the world, supporting emerging artists on their journeys to global stardom. Now we’re launching our fifth edition of RADAR Spain, featuring Mushkaa, Charlie USG, Luis Cortés, pablopablo, shego, and Samuraï. These six artists reflect the rich tapestry of... Read more »
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Listeners looking to discover music from some of the most promising independent artists need look no further than Spotify’s Fresh Finds. Since 2016, Fresh Finds has served as a launchpad for DIY-minded artists, and we’re continuing to expand the program by connecting artists and fans in new and unique ways. Last week, we partnered with... Read more »
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From December to March, as people across the Southern Hemisphere soak up the summer, music often emerges as a powerful representation of a region’s cultures and customs. This summer, music in Argentina and Brazil reflected each country’s rich cultural diversity. From the infectious vibes of cuarteto to the catchy rhythms of cumbia and the far-reaching... Read more »
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De dezembro a março, à medida que as pessoas em todo o Hemisfério Sul aproveitam o verão, a música surge frequentemente como uma representação poderosa das culturas e costumes de uma região. Neste verão, a música na Argentina e no Brasil refletiu a rica diversidade cultural de cada país. Das vibrações contagiantes do cuarteto aos... Read more »
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De diciembre a marzo, cuando los ciudadanos del hemisferio sur disfrutan del verano, la música se convierte en una poderosa representación de las culturas y costumbres de cada región. Este verano, la música en Argentina y Brasil reflejó la rica diversidad cultural de cada país. Desde las contagiosas vibraciones del cuarteto hasta los pegadizos ritmos... Read more »
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March marks the beginning of Ramadan, a cherished cultural event celebrated by Muslims worldwide. As families and communities come together to observe, contemplate, pray, and celebrate the Holy Month, they can also turn to Spotify for meaningful audio content.  This year, our Ramadan hub is back with a blend of music and podcasts designed to... Read more »
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Since launching in India in 2019, Spotify has opened up opportunities for artists and creators across the country and established new ways for listeners to discover and consume audio. Five years later, we’re now the most-loved audio-streaming platform in India, especially among Gen Z and millennials. We kicked off our anniversary celebrations earlier this month... Read more »
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El reggaetón ha conquistado a oyentes de todo el mundo, pero en México el género reina. De hecho, México escucha reggaetón más que cualquier otro país en Spotify, y ha evolucionado hasta tener su propia identidad, a la que hemos llamado “reggaetón Mexa.” Varias influencias creando un sonido único El reggaetón mexa no es nuevo,... Read more »
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