Music fans know the feeling: A song stops you in your tracks, and you immediately want to know more. What inspired it, and what’s the meaning behind it? We believe that understanding the craft and context behind a song can deepen your connection to the music you love. That’s why Spotify is introducing About the...
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Today, Spotify announced two new updates to give book lovers a more personalized and flexible way to enjoy stories: the ability to purchase physical books via a partnership with Bookshop.org and our new Page Match feature. Here, we’re diving deeper into how you can use Page Match to bridge physical and audio reading. This first-of-its-kind...
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Since bringing audiobooks to Spotify in 2022, we’ve helped listeners discover thousands of new favorite titles and authors while driving growth in the publishing industry. Today, we’re turning the page with two new updates that will give book lovers an even more personalized and flexible way to enjoy stories on Spotify. First, we’re announcing a...
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Lyrics are one of Spotify’s most popular features, giving fans a richer way to experience the music and artists they love. They’re viewed hundreds of millions of times each day, as listeners return again and again to follow the words in real time. Today, we’re excited to share three upgrades that make it easier to...
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Spotify’s annual Best New Artist celebration returned to Los Angeles last night with a one-of-a-kind tribute to the 2026 nominees. Held at The Lot at Formosa, the event delivered unforgettable performances and star-studded moments, showcasing Spotify’s commitment to championing the voices shaping the future of music. All of this year’s nominees—Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE,...
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Spotify, Haziran ayı sonunda kadar İstanbul’da yeni bir ofis açacağını ve Türkiye pazarını yönetmek üzere yeni bir atama gerçekleştirdiğini duyurdu. Bu kapsamda Akshat Harbola, Orta Doğu ve Kuzey Afrika bölgesine liderlik görevini Türkiye’yi de kapsayacak şekilde genişleterek Spotify Orta Doğu, Kuzey Afrika, Pakistan ve Türkiye Genel Müdürü oldu. Bu adımlar, Spotify’ın Türkiye’ye ve ülkenin müzik...
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Today, Charlie Hellman, Spotify’s Head of Music, shared the following note on the Spotify for Artists blog that the company paid out more than $11 billion to the music industry in 2025 (up more than 10% from 2024), the largest annual payment to music creators from any retailer in history. I’m Charlie, and I lead...
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Music discovery should feel intuitive and personal. That’s why we’re continuing to give you more control, so you can ask for what you want, shape what you hear, and get to the right music faster. This is part of how we’re making discovery feel more natural over time, whether you’re exploring something new or finding...
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With nearly 29 million monthly listeners and clear momentum on Spotify, Netón Vega is already a force in Latin music. Now, as the newest artist to join our RADAR program, he’s poised to reach new audiences around the globe. RADAR is designed to spotlight artists at a pivotal moment in their careers and, for Netón,...
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Today, Spotify is proud to support our partner Backline, an industry-leading mental health and wellness nonprofit, in the launch of B-LINE, a 24/7 mental health and crisis support line created exclusively for the U.S. music community. For artists, their teams, and their families, B-LINE provides a connection to trained counselors who understand the unique pressures...
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Music videos play a huge part in how fans connect with their favorite songs, but the craft that goes into them has largely stayed out of the limelight. Today, as we continue to grow the video experience on Spotify, we’re launching Directed By, a new documentary-style series that gives viewers a front-row seat to the...
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Spotify’s annual Best New Artist celebration honors the rising stars whose talent, creativity, and dedication have propelled them to the music industry’s biggest stage. More than a party, the evening spotlights the artistry and hard work of the nominees who are shaping music today and underscores our commitment to amplifying artists at a defining moment...
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Last November, Ed Sheeran returned to his musical roots for an intimate, one-night-only performance in Dublin, the third installment of our Billions Club Live series. Now, fans everywhere can experience the magic of that evening with Billions Club Live with Ed Sheeran: A Concert Film, available exclusively on Spotify. The film captures Ed’s full performance,...
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Some days you want your music to reflect a specific feeling, memory, or vibe that goes beyond a single artist or genre. You want to do more than listen. You want to control how curation and discovery work for you. We believe that technology is only as good as the humans behind it. That’s why...
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The start of a new year brings fresh possibilities. Whether you’re diving in with big goals or simply setting new intentions, audiobooks can bring inspiration and practical advice to every aspect of your life. To help you stay focused and energized, Spotify’s audiobook editors have curated a selection of self-help and motivational titles. From optimizing...
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We’re updating the price of Spotify. Over the next month, Premium subscribers across the U.S., Estonia, and Latvia will receive an email explaining what this update means for their subscriptions (see example image below and link to the full list of Premium features and benefits here). New subscribers can find the latest pricing by visiting...
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Spotify’s global editors and Songwriter & Publisher Partnerships team spend their days immersed in new music, tracking the writers behind the songs breaking through and the creators shaping what’s next. Today, we’re spotlighting the Songwriters to Watch 2026 class, a group of standout songwriters and writer-producers poised to define the sound of the year ahead....
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At Spotify, we listen to a lot of music. And every year, our global editors and artist partnerships teams come together to spotlight the emerging voices we believe are about to make a serious impact. Enter our Artists to Watch list. These are the artists turning heads on our playlists, gaining momentum around the world,...
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Spotify’s new co-CEOs, Alex Norström and Gustav Söderström, start off the new year with a message of renewed leadership, creative responsibility, and what’s ahead for the brand.   2025 was a massive year for this company. Now that it’s January, we go again. And we, of course, have new job titles. For us, this is less...
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This year, podcasts are making their Golden Globes debut with a new category honoring the medium’s leading shows and creators. To mark the occasion, Spotify and The Hollywood Reporter hosted Golden Week Nominees Night in West Hollywood on Thursday, bringing together award nominees and industry leaders for an evening celebrating podcasting’s arrival on one of...
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On Wednesday in Los Angeles, Spotify welcomed creators and press to a brunch celebrating the soft launch of our brand-new podcast studio, Spotify Sycamore Studios. The event offered attendees an exclusive first look at the state-of-the-art production spaces in Hollywood and a chance to connect with Spotify teams and the talent shaping the future of...
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The year is winding down, the weather outside is frightful, and it’s the perfect time to escape into a story that warms the heart. For listeners looking for a little love and laughter to close out their year, our editors have curated a list of can’t-miss holiday-themed romance audiobooks. “If you’re looking to curl up...
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For a decade, popular German podcast Fest & Flauschig has hosted an annual Christmas Circus that brings together fans for a night of laughter, music, and giving back to those in need. On December 19, Spotify celebrated the 10th anniversary of the live podcast charity gala, “Fest & Flauschig Live: 10 von 10 – Anniversary...
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The right playlist is essential on New Year’s Eve, building the energy as you get ready and keeping it high as you count down to midnight. This year, Spotify has your every moment covered. From pro-level party mixes to your own customized creations, here’s how to make your soundtrack unforgettable. Set the vibe with new...
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2025 Wrapped arrived bigger and bolder than ever. This year’s experience is designed to be ultra personal and shareable, with new features like Wrapped Party, Clubs, Fan Leaderboard, and more. To mark the moment, we brought fans, artists, and creators together at unique destinations and live events around the globe, turning listening into a celebration...
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Wherever you are, your favorite music and audio content should go seamlessly with you. That’s why Spotify has partnered with NAVER Corp, Korea’s leading digital platform, to bring new integrations and offers to millions of listeners.  “Since launching in Korea, Spotify has been focused on connecting fans with the music and creators they love through...
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Hawkins has landed on Spotify, just in time for Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 2, out on December 25. The Stranger Things Official Playlist is now home to radio takeovers from WSQK The Squawk’s Rockin’ Robin (Maya Hawke), with exclusive messages and hidden clues that lead to new Volume 2 secrets.  Between December 16 and...
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Last month, Spotify announced a new collaboration with the ATP Tour, the global governing body of men’s professional tennis, aimed at bringing the next generation of fans closer to the sport through original content. Now, we’re excited to share that our first On Tour With video episode is out now. Featuring 11 TikTok creators from...
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It’s been a big year for Taylor Swift. Her highly anticipated album The Life of a Showgirl broke several Spotify records, both before and after its release, including most-streamed song in a single day in platform history. Now, she’s following that up with her “The End of an Era” docuseries and “Taylor Swift | The...
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Having the right song soundtrack your moves can make all the difference when gaming. That’s why we’ve teamed up with The Game Awards, airing live tonight, to put a spotlight on the composers and songs that define the gaming experience. The Game Awards is a nod to the best developers, players, and cultural figures in...
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For the first time, Spotify is giving users the power to steer the algorithm. Gustav Söderström, Spotify’s Co-President, CPO, and CTO, shares the vision behind Prompted Playlists, and how a new era of listener control is taking shape. Spotify is entering its next chapter, and it felt worth pausing for a moment to look at...
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Word of mouth has always been at the heart of the Spotify experience, with people sharing music, podcasts, and audiobooks with friends and family millions of times each month. From mood to moment to playlist, your audio deserves to go wherever you go. That’s why we’ve been designing smoother, more integrated ways to bring Spotify...
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El mundo está escuchando a Latinoamérica. Los artistas de la región marcan constantemente el ritmo de la cultura musical global, y para celebrar esa influencia creativa, lanzamos Spotify Sessions, un nuevo proyecto en video que pone la expresión artística al frente. Spotify Sessions nace de la colaboración de  un trío único: un artista principal, un...
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The world is listening to Latin America. The region’s artists are consistently setting the tempo for global music culture, and to celebrate this creative influence, we’re launching Spotify Sessions, a new video project that puts artistry first. Spotify Sessions are crafted by a unique trio: a lead artist, a music director, and a visual director...
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O mundo está ouvindo a América Latina. Os artistas da região estão constantemente ditando o ritmo da cultura musical global — e, para celebrar essa influência criativa, lançamos o Spotify Sessions, um novo projeto em vídeo que coloca a arte em primeiro plano. Spotify Sessions são criadas por um trio único: um artista principal, um...
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At Spotify, we’re always finding new ways to bring you closer to the music that moves you, turning sound into something personal. From the playlists that match your mood to the tracks that take you back, your story unfolds one song at a time, wherever you are. Now we’re introducing listening stats to help you...
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La cumbia forma parte del día a día de los argentinos desde siempre, y su popularidad en Spotify no para de crecer. Hoy se consolida como el género más escuchado del país, con Buenos Aires al frente del ranking mundial de oyentes de cumbia. Desde 2020, las reproducciones de cumbia local aumentaron un 237%, superando...
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