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Spotify Wrapped Sound Town: All You Need To Know

As you may have seen across the internet, we matched listeners to a Sound Town based on their own listening and artist affinity as part of our 2023 Spotify Wrapped personalized experience. If you haven’t launched your own listening journey yet, go check out your 2023 Wrapped here and see if your tastes line up... Read more »
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2 Dec 2023

Spotify Is Being Pushed Out of Uruguay

Unfortunately, Spotify will begin to phase out its service in Uruguay effective January 1, 2024, and fully cease service by February. The government of Uruguay recently passed a budget bill that includes dramatic changes to the way music works in the country (the Rendición de Cuentas). Spotify already pays nearly 70% of every dollar it... Read more »
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1 Dec 2023

Spotify está siendo forzado a salir de Uruguay

Desafortunadamente, Spotify comenzará a retirar gradualmente su servicio en Uruguay a partir del 1 de enero de 2024, y cesará completamente el servicio en febrero. Recientemente, el gobierno de Uruguay aprobó la ley de Rendición de Cuentas que incluye cambios drásticos en la forma en que funciona la música en el país. Spotify ya paga... Read more »
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1 Dec 2023

L’approche globale de Spotify contribuant au système de radiodiffusion canadien

Présentation au Conseil de la radiodiffusion et des télécommunications canadiennes le 29 novembre 2023 Nathan Wiszniak: La mission de Spotify est de libérer le potentiel de la créativité humaine – en donnant à un million d’artistes la possibilité de vivre de leur art et à des milliards d’admirateurs la possibilité de l’apprécier et de s’en... Read more »
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1 Dec 2023

Spotify’s Holistic Approach to Contributions to the Canadian Broadcasting System

Spotify’s Presentation at the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) on November 29, 2023 Nathan Wiszniak: Spotify’s mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity – by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fans the opportunity to enjoy and be inspired by it. This mission... Read more »
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1 Dec 2023

EQUAL Ambassador Bellakath Shows How To Get the World Dancing

Since kicking off her music career in 2020, Mexican reggaeton artist Bellakath has emerged as one of the genre’s most exciting new talents. Reaching hundreds of millions of streams well before her debut album Kittyponeo was released in October, she’s given women a strong voice in the reggaeton world with high-energy hits like “Reggaeton Champagne”... Read more »
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30 Nov 2023

Revelamos las principales canciones, artistas, podcasts y tendencias de escucha de 2023

Musicalmente, este 2023 estuvo definido por el regreso de importantes estrellas pop femeninas, una diversidad sonora que encabezó las listas y una atmósfera musical global que dio lugar a poderosos géneros . Por el lado de los podcasts, los creadores están respondiendo a las tendencias en tiempo real y el público está recurriendo a los... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

Here’s What’s in Store for Your 2023 Wrapped

Was your year full of new musical discoveries or auditory trips down memory lane? No matter how you listened—or what you listened to—Spotify was there to set the soundtrack. And now, during 2023 Spotify Wrapped, we’re helping you check the receipts on your year in review. Our 2023 Wrapped campaign is a celebration of the... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

The Top Songs, Artists, Podcasts, and Listening Trends of 2023 Revealed

Musically, 2023 was defined by the return of major female pop stars, sonic diversity that topped the charts, and a global music atmosphere that gave rise to powerful genres. On the podcast front, creators are responding to trends in real time, and audiences are turning to podcasts to join larger cultural conversations. As always, our... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

The Trends of 2023 as Told by Podcasts

This past year, there was no single trend or topic that commanded the cultural conversation for too long—something new was always emerging. But throughout these massive moments, listeners consistently took the time to slow down, learn about these trends, and connect with other fans through the immersive world of podcasts. Spotify is the most-used audio... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

How Spotify Made Wrapped More Valuable Than Ever for Artists

When 2023 Spotify Wrapped rolls around each year, it’s as much of an event for artists as it is for fans. With Artist Wrapped, musicians can check out a personalized recap of their Spotify stats showing when, where, and how listeners engaged with them on Spotify. Since launching Artist Wrapped in 2017, we’ve worked to... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

How Spotify’s Playlists Captured the Biggest Music Trends of 2023

With another year coming to a close, Spotify is back with your personalized Wrapped, our annual recap of your listening highlights from the past 12 months that includes your top songs, artists, and podcasts, as well as your most distinct streaming habits. But we’re also taking a step back and looking at 2023’s biggest music trends... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

Celebrating the Creators and Fans of 2023 With Wrapped for Podcasters

Today we kicked off 2023 Spotify Wrapped, our annual campaign that brings creators and fans together to share their love of all things audio. And as Wrapped for Podcasters celebrates its fifth year, we’re thrilled to bring the love, excitement, and data stories to more creators than ever. 2023 Wrapped for Podcasters is our way... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

Top EQUAL Artist INNA Reflects On a Standout Year

Today we kicked off 2023 Spotify Wrapped, our annual campaign that celebrates fans and creators worldwide. And as the good vibes keep coming, we look back on a successful year of EQUAL, which included speaking events, festivals, and both local and global playlists featuring a large roster of talented EQUAL ambassadors. We’re thrilled to announce... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

Spotify’s Head of Global Marketing Experience Explains Why This Year’s Wrapped Is the Realest Yet

Today, the biggest Wrapped we’ve ever created debuted on Spotify. Not only is it live in a whopping 170 markets and 35+ languages, but it’s also taken on a more prominent role in our app, with integrations spanning DJ, audio listening rooms, Blend, merch, and more. In a year in which Spotify brought more to... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

Wrapped Mapped: Top Songs Streamed Around the World

Each year during Wrapped, fans around the world clamor to see if their favorite songs, artists, albums, and podcasts have risen to the top of Spotify’s annual most-streamed lists, propelled by the love from their listening communities. We’ve been inspired to see these artists, songs, and genres traverse the globe, inspiring boundary-crossing collaborations and unexpected... Read more »
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29 Nov 2023

Usher in Pakistan’s Wedding Season With Our Special Shaadi Hub

In Pakistan, the shaadi (Urdu for wedding) is a rite of passage that’s often stretched out over multiple days with ceremonies, parties, and gatherings marking the merging of two families. The occasion has everything: delicious food, bright colors, friends, families, plenty of choreographed dances, and so much music. And Spotify is here to help kick... Read more »
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22 Nov 2023

Our 2023 Gift Guide Is Here To Make Holiday Shopping a Breeze

December is fast approaching, and along with listening to your favorite Spotify Holiday Singles, it’s time to start shopping for gifts. With Spotify, listeners can stream music, podcasts, and audiobooks wherever they are, thanks to our integrations across 2,000+ devices. You could say we know a thing or two about products that make the listening... Read more »
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21 Nov 2023

How Fans Are Inspiring the New Global Growth of Thai Pop and Boys’ Love

Thai music and culture have been making serious waves across the globe as of late. And they’re gaining momentum in large part thanks to a fandom-fueled subgenre. Thai music is driven by a devoted local fan base that includes the United States, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Japan as its top markets, extending well into the... Read more »
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20 Nov 2023

Ultimate Passenger Princess Antoni Bumba Shares Her Top Tips for Listening in the Car

Drivers in the U.S. spend an average of 60 minutes per day behind the wheel. So whether you’re slogging through the daily commute, ripping through errands, or gearing up for a road trip with friends, you’re going to want the best music, podcasts, and audiobooks to make that time count. With 100+ million songs, 5+... Read more »
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20 Nov 2023

Reneé Rapp Shares the Songs and Artists She’ll Jam to This Friendsgiving

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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18 Nov 2023

Olivia Rodrigo Shares the Story Behind Her Original Song for the New ‘Hunger Games’ Movie

Since the novel Hunger Games first landed on bookshelves in 2008, Suzanne Collins’ dystopian series has sold more than 100 million copies and ignited the imaginations of readers worldwide. Her most recent novel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes serves as a prequel—64 years before Katniss Everdeen volunteered as tribute, and decades before Coriolanus Snow became... Read more »
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17 Nov 2023

Get Ready for the Green Screen Video Series, a New Type of Performance From Spotify

We’ve always loved seeing an artist’s vision come to life in their music and videos, so we’re bringing the tools and creativity to make it happen with Green Screen, a new video series where artists perform original music in front of a green screen from Spotify Studios in LA. Following filming, the footage is transformed... Read more »
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17 Nov 2023

Interior Design Expert Bobby Berk Shares Top Tips for Making Your Living Room an Audio Oasis

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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16 Nov 2023

GLOW Artist LIE NING Finds Power in Life, Hope, and Radical Love

LIE NING has quickly risen in the German music scene as an artist devoted to exploring the realm of the human experience, all with a sound that shifts between R&B and contemporary pop with an airy, almost nostalgic feel to it. And now they are being celebrated as the newest Spotify GLOW artist. Spotify GLOW... Read more »
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16 Nov 2023

Get Merry With New Spotify Holiday Singles From Laufey, Kirk Franklin, Ezra Collective, and Panter Bélico

As the year draws to a close, you might be excitedly getting ready for the holidays. And whether you’re spending time with family or celebrating with friends, you know your gatherings aren’t complete without a great soundtrack. To help start your merrymaking right, we’re back with another edition of Spotify Holiday Singles. This year, we... Read more »
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15 Nov 2023

Akshat Harbola, Spotify’s MENA Managing Director, on the Creative Vibrancy of the Region

Akshat Harbola, Spotify’s Managing Director of Middle East, North Africa (MENA), and South Asia is a massive rock music fan. Egyptian indie-rock band Cairokee, Abdul Hannan from Pakistan, and Jadal from Jordan top his playlists—showcasing a captivating blend of talents from the markets he oversees. The Middle East and North Africa is a vast, rapidly... Read more »
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14 Nov 2023

You Can Now Easily Save Songs to Spotify From TikTok With a Simple Tap

At Spotify, we aim to meet our listeners where they scroll. And for some of our users, that’s on TikTok. We want it to be as easy as possible to capture those catchy songs you hear in TikTok videos onto your Spotify without having to search for them. Good news: Our newest integration allows users... Read more »
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14 Nov 2023

Author Min Jin Lee Reveals the Unique Quality That Make Audiobooks So Powerful

As one of the preeminent storytellers of our era, author Min Jin Lee has captivated fans with her international best-sellers, Pachinko and Free Food for Millionaires, which provide a glimpse into the Korean and Korean American experience. A one-time lawyer, Min turned her attention to writing early in her career, and success followed. Named a... Read more »
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9 Nov 2023

Find Your Favorite Audio More Easily With the Redesigned Spotify on TV Experience

Looking for a Spotify experience from the big screen? Whether you’re entertaining guests or watching your favorite video podcast, Spotify on TV delivers a rich visual and audio experience from the comfort of your room. And today, Spotify on TV is getting a revamp, with new features and improvements that make the experience even better... Read more »
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9 Nov 2023

Podcasters Can Better Connect to Their Audiences With the Insights From Our Latest Fan Study

We know that podcasters of all sizes want to share their stories with the world, and we’re committed to providing them with the best tools and platform to do so. But creating and sustaining a podcast requires a lot of decisions, and it’s often helpful to leverage the experiences and wisdom of others when embarking... Read more »
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9 Nov 2023