We know that when fans fall in love with an artist, they can’t get enough. So when you want to connect with your favorites on a deeper level, Spotify is your go-to destination. Fans and artists interact in many different ways, especially when they’re crossing languages, borders, and cultures. Whether you’re looking to show your... Read more »
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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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From sunup to sundown, Spotify’s daylist serves up an ever-changing playlist of songs that match your mood as it evolves throughout the day. Since launching a year ago, it has erupted as a fan-favorite feature that listeners keep coming back to. In fact, 70% of daylist users tune in week after week, millions of listeners... 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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Bells are ringing—school bells, that is—as kids across the U.S. start the new school year. In addition to fresh fits and the right supplies, kids might also need some encouragement for the excitement and challenges ahead, and audiobooks and podcasts are a great way to start. Here are some of the top back-to-school picks selected... Read more »
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Every summer, as people across the Northern Hemisphere seek out the perfect songs to soundtrack the season, Spotify is right there with them. The fun starts in early June with our annual Songs of Summer predictions featuring the red-hot hits our global team of editors thinks will pop off. This year, we even gave you... 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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On August 25 and 26, an estimated 2 million attendees will flock to London for Notting Hill Carnival, a vibrant celebration of the U.K.’s Caribbean community. As one of Europe’s biggest street festivals, the annual event brings a spectacular display of costumes, colors, and sounds to the city. Revelers take to the streets for parades,... Read more »
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Just like its fashion and food trends, Japan’s music scene is constantly evolving, all while captivating a growing global audience. From J-Pop (Japanese pop) to J-Rock (Japanese rock), Spotify has enabled Japanese artists to connect with new fans around the world. As part of Spotify’s efforts to help music travel the globe, we launched our... 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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Summer is peak season for some of our favorite sports and events. Whether you’re rooting for the home team at the ballpark or cheering for your country as it competes in Paris, Spotify’s editors have audiobook and podcast recommendations that will help you amp up your team spirit. Audiobooks Courage to Soar: A Body in... Read more »
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Last month, Spotify’s annual Songs of Summer predictions made their return, and fans have rallied around the anthems they can’t get enough of. Some have been working late (…’cuz they’re a singer), while plenty have been feeling so Julia. Meanwhile, others have been looking for someone to match their freak.  Now, for the first time... Read more »
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At Spotify, we aim to bring great audiobooks to as many listeners as possible, including those from independent authors. Today we’re announcing a partnership with Ingram Content Group, one of the largest distributors for independent publishers and authors across the globe. This deal will bring audiobooks from over 100 Ingram-distributed publishers to Spotify, encompassing releases... Read more »
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Building anticipation ahead of a new album release is one of the most important ways for artists to ensure its success. But in today’s music landscape, gaining prerelease momentum across multiple platforms that are often disconnected from where streaming actually happens is exhausting and inefficient. That’s where we come in. Spotify for Artists arms you... Read more »
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Idag publicerar Spotify sina finansiella resultat för andra kvartalet 2024. Med stark ökning av antalet premiumanvändare, förbättrad intäktsgenerering och rekordstor lönsamhet rapporterade Spotify följande: Månatliga aktiva användare ökade med 14 % jämfört med föregående år och uppgick till 626 miljoner. Antalet premiumanvändare ökade med 12 % jämfört med föregående år och uppgick till 246 miljoner.... Read more »
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Today, we announced our second quarter 2024 earnings. Led by healthy subscriber gains, improved monetization, and record profitability, Spotify reported… Monthly Active Users grew 14% Y/Y to 626 million. Subscribers increased 12% Y/Y to 246 million. Total Revenue was up 20% Y/Y to €3.8 billion. Gross Margin reached 29.2%. Operating Income improved to €266 million.... Read more »
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By Marcelina Slota – Head of Platform Integrity, Spotify Safety is a top priority for Spotify, which is why we want to make it easier for young people and parents to understand and navigate the digital world. Today, we’re announcing that we have a new Parental Guide to help do just that, and that Spotify... Read more »
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Summer is officially in full swing, and that means it’s time to chill out. Whether you’re heading out on vacation or hoping to make the most of Summer Fridays, a good audiobook or podcast is the perfect companion. If you’re craving an offbeat rom-com, murder mystery, or intimate conversation with a Hollywood legend, Spotify’s editors... Read more »
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Cuando lanzamos AI DJ en inglés el año pasado, ofrecimos a los usuarios una nueva forma de conectar y descubrir música en Spotify. DJ es una guía de IA personalizada que te conoce a ti y a tus gustos musicales tan bien que puede elegir qué reproducir para ti. Combina una selección curada de canciones... Read more »
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When we launched our AI DJ in English last year, it gave listeners a new way to connect with and discover music on Spotify. DJ is a personalized AI guide that knows you and your musical tastes so well it can choose what to play for you. It combines a curated lineup of songs with... Read more »
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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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For podcast creators who want to grow their audiences, building a stronger relationship with their listeners and fans goes a long way. And in order to amplify their presence, creators need tools that give them the functionality, insights, and flexibility to manage their shows and engage fans anytime, anywhere.  That’s why, starting today, we’re beginning... 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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As one of the most powerful forms of human expression today, video ​​is becoming core to the global Spotify experience. We have been steadily investing in the format to connect creators and fans in new, deeper ways on our platform, from the recent launch of music videos in beta to testing video-based learning courses in... Read more »
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Summer 2024 is officially underway, and with it comes our possibilities for personalizing the soundtrack that’ll have you grooving through August. For example, have you seen what’s on our 2024 Songs of Summer predictions list? You know it’s got Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso,” “Gata Only” by FloyyMenor and Cris Mj, Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” and... 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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