Every day, millions of people around the world turn to Spotify to enjoy the audio they love. We’re continually improving the service to help you discover music with Premium-only features like Lossless, AI Playlist, and Mix; features that work across the free and paid experience, like Messages and daylist; and playlists curated by our leading...
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For fans, we know how important it is to stay plugged into music culture and discover new releases from your favorite artists. Now, for listeners in the US, Spotify is making it even easier with The Drop Weekly. Curated and hosted by our music editors, this new in-app experience is like having a music expert...
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RADAR, Spotify’s program for emerging talent, recently hit a major milestone: supporting more than 1,000 artists since its launch in 2020. Around the world, RADAR artists benefit from editorial support, exclusive content, and personalized marketing plans, all tailored to local music culture and audience needs. To mark the occasion and celebrate RADAR’s global impact, Spotify...
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For so many of us, movement is about more than just exercise—it’s a way to build confidence, find joy, and connect with others. But for young women, societal pressures, fear of judgment, and a focus on performance can make movement feel exclusive. According to a 2024 World Health Organization study, 85% of teenage girls aren’t...
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Last week, Spotify and Netflix transformed Guastavino’s in New York City into a delightfully dark Graveyard Gala to celebrate Wednesday Season 2, Part 2. Fans, influencers, and cast members Jenna Ortega, Emma Myers, and Joy Sunday gathered for an immersive Tim Burton-inspired evening filled with Wednesday-themed treats, custom haiku, and spooky surprises. The highlight of...
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Earlier this month, we promised our Verano Forever party would bring the heat, and our big celebration didn’t disappoint. Last Friday, Verano Forever welcomed more than 700 guests to experience a fusion of music, culture, and the vibrant energy of Latin summer, with memorable performances from chart-toppers, innovators, and genre-shaping artists spanning the Latin music...
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Los corridos han sido un pilar de la Música Mexicana durante generaciones, contando historias enraizadas en la vida cotidiana. Ahora, un nuevo capítulo está tomando forma: los corridos motivadores. Inspirados en la resiliencia y la ambición, estas canciones están conectando con los más jóvenes, ofreciendo tanto mensajes de motivación y fuerza. A diferencia de otros...
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Corridos have been a cornerstone of Música Mexicana for generations, telling stories rooted in everyday life. Now, a new chapter is taking shape: motivational corridos, or corridos motivadores. Drawing on themes of resilience and ambition, these songs are resonating with younger fans, offering both comfort and motivation. Unlike other modern corrido styles, such as tumbados,...
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It’s the waning days of summer, and for anyone trying to squeeze in one more road trip before the leaves begin to turn, Spotify is here with a collection of captivating stories that will melt the miles away.  Our editors have hand-picked nine bingeable shows to make the most of your time behind the wheel....
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As summer days stretch out, long and languorous, listeners across the Northern Hemisphere reach for the perfect songs to soundtrack the season. Spotify’s Songs of Summer tradition chronicles that journey—from early predictions to a midseason wild card update, and finally, the big end-of-summer reveal. For the second year in a row, Spotify’s global editorial team...
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Recommendations have always been at the heart of the Spotify experience. Friends and family share their favorite music, podcasts, audiobooks, and more from Spotify millions of times each month. That’s because word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways for people to discover their next favorite track.  Spotify users have told us they...
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Spotify’s Fan Life is back—and this time, the spotlight shines even brighter on the fans who make music culture unforgettable. This second installment of our global marketing campaign brings new depth and dimension with a series of short films that capture the movement, sound, and emotion of fan communities. With real fans featured across scenes...
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When we launched Jam, the idea was simple: Music is better when it’s shared. Since then, listeners around the world have been queuing up tracks, enjoying them in sync, and soundtracking moments together, whether across the couch or across continents. Now, Jam sessions are hitting a high note with 100 million monthly listening hours. That...
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As summer winds down and backpacks come out, Gen Z isn’t just heading back to class, they’re shaping the soundtrack for a whole new season. For Back to School 2025, Spotify has compiled a snapshot of the daily rituals and shared listening moments that define this reset. Powered by new listening data and anchored in...
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With their new album, hickey, out now, Aussie indie darlings Royel Otis decided to start the celebrations early by bringing their emotionally charged, hook-filled sound to the UK. On Thursday night, the duo played an intimate show at London’s Village Underground, exclusively for their top Spotify fans.   View this post on Instagram   A...
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If you’ve ever wondered what might be playing in Clark Kent’s headphones when he’s not saving the world as Superman, today is your lucky day. With the highly anticipated Superman debuting in theaters today, Spotify has teamed up with DC Studios and filmmaker James Gunn to curate a playlist, with song selections inspired by the...
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The music industry depends on fresh ideas, bold voices, and emerging talent. Yet across the U.K., too many young musicians lack the space to develop their craft, leaving a critical gap in the evolution of new sounds and future careers. The need for creative spaces has never been more urgent. Between 2010 and 2023, more...
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This is not a drill: Oasis is back on the road—marking its first live performances in more than 16 years. The band’s highly anticipated tour kicked off in Cardiff on July 4 and 5, where it roared through a greatest-hits-heavy set to a rapturous reception. Reflecting the excitement, following the first weekend shows, streams of...
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This summer, as the energy builds for one of the biggest moments in women’s football, we’re launching “Our Game, Our Sound,” a Europe-wide social impact campaign that spotlights the powerful connection between music, football, and community. The initiative is designed to foster belonging, joy, and mental well-being for Gen Z women, using Spotify’s cultural reach...
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The Summer Reading Challenge has inspired children across the U.K. to embrace a love of reading for years now. But as technology evolves, so do the ways people engage with books, with audio playing a complementary role to sitting down with a good book. That’s why Spotify is thrilled to announce that we’re partnering with...
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When it comes to new music, Spotify’s team of editors across North America is always on the hunt for songs that make them feel, think, and move. They’re at the forefront of new trends around the world, working to uncover new genres and introduce listeners to emerging artists. And though 2025 is only just heating...
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There’s nothing quite like the magic of finding music that feels made just for you. Creating that sense of excitement, curiosity, and instant urge to share is what makes Spotify more than just an app. Ten years ago, it inspired us to launch Discover Weekly, a playlist that updates every Monday to spark those unforgettable...
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K-Pop remains one of the biggest genres globally, and many fans just can’t get enough of it.  That’s why Spotify has launched a new series of K-Pop performance videos that bring listeners even closer to their favorite artists.  From live vocals to choreography, these exclusive showcases offer a fresh, immersive dimension to some of your...
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Last week, content creators from all over the world flocked to Anaheim for VidCon 2025, one of the largest creator conferences in the U.S. As an official sponsor, Spotify was part of the three-day experience, educating and entertaining attendees with a panel session, live podcast episodes, and more.  Top creators reveal how video podcasts help...
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In just a few days, the pilgrimage to Worthy Farm begins. Glastonbury, the legendary green-field gathering of music lovers, is nearly upon us. Get ready for a weekend packed with epic performances, unforgettable moments, and—if you’ve prayed to the weather gods—no mud. This year Spotify is back for a second time, bringing the power of...
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On Wednesday, Spotify and Miley Cyrus tangoed in Paris during an unforgettable evening: the latest installment of Billions Club Live. The global superstar took the stage for an exclusive performance for her top Spotify Premium listeners in the area, delivering a set packed with some of her most iconic tracks—many of which have surpassed a...
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Since popping up in 2020, RADAR Italia has not only supported emerging artists but also reflected the cultural and musical richness of Italy. Over the past five years, it has spotlighted more than 40 rising talents, helping them grow and often gain international recognition. In turn, these diverse voices have made Italy’s music scene more...
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In South Africa, the rebirth and resurgence of the vibrant folk genre Maskandi has captured the attention of music fans, becoming the country’s fastest-growing sound on Spotify over the past two years. Steeped in Zulu storytelling traditions, Maskandi has spanned generations and has typically resonated mostin rural parts of the country, including the KwaZulu-Natal province...
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On Spotify, francophone content continues to cross borders at an unprecedented rate. In 2024 alone, more than 123 million listeners worldwide streamed audio content in French, whether music, podcasts, or audiobooks. What’s more, 100 million of those listeners were outside of the historically francophone regions of France, Quebec, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Switzerland. “It’s incredible to...
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The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is officially underway for 2025, and Spotify is back on the Croisette to showcase how our platform is more alive than ever. Spotify—and Spotify Beach during the festival—is where creators share, fans explore, and brands are discovered, powered by a global community that continues to grow and evolve....
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Photo credit: Atsushi Nishijima If you’re a true lover of rom-coms, chances are you’ve had this weekend circled on your calendar. That’s because Materialists, the much-anticipated film starring Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans, finally hits theaters.  Written and directed by Celine Song, who previously earned an Oscar nomination for her breakout debut Past...
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In 2018, Spotify launched Heart & Soul, a mental health initiative developed to provide support and promote deep knowledge about emotional well-being. As conversations around mental health take center stage in the music industry, Spotify is deepening its commitment to artist well-being through our Heart & Soul, Mental Health for Creators initiative. In partnership with...
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Spotify and ENHYPEN are inviting fans to step inside the world of DESIRE : UNLEASH with MAISON ENHYPEN—a multisensory pop-up experience celebrating the K-Pop group’s sixth mini album. From Seoul to Tokyo and soon Jakarta, ENGENEs can envelop themselves in the album’s core themes: passion, romance, and transformation. Within MAISON ENHYPEN, fans will find thoughtfully...
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