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Spotify adds music videos in some countries

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Spotify adds music videos in some countries

Spotify is introducing music videos to its mobile and desktop apps in select markets. Users can seamlessly switch between audio and music videos on the app, which will be available in beta in 11 countries including Brazil, Italy, and the UK. Music videos are accessible to premium subscribers, while free users are still directed to YouTube for video content. The feature will allow users to start music videos from the "Now Playing" screen and switch back to audio whenever desired. Spotify plans to expand the catalog of music videos and increase availability to more countries.

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Livemint · 1y ago

Spotify takes on YouTube with new music videos feature. Here's how it works

Spotify has announced support for full-screen music videos in a bid to compete with YouTube. The feature is currently in beta and only available to Spotify Premium subscribers. It can be accessed via the Now Playing screen on the Spotify app for iOS, Android, PC, and TV. This new feature aims to deepen the connection between fans and artists by offering a new way to engage with music. The beta version rolled out in select markets, with plans to expand the catalog of music videos and availability to more countries in the future.

Spotify to test full music videos in potential YouTube faceoff

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Spotify to test full music videos in potential YouTube faceoff

Spotify is testing full-length music videos for premium subscribers in a limited beta launch, stepping into YouTube's territory. The feature will be available to premium users in select countries, including the UK, Germany, Italy, and Brazil. Spotify aims to reach 1 billion users by 2030 but faces competition from YouTube and Apple Music. The music streaming company had previously introduced short video clips for artists. Spotify has been expanding its services to include podcasts and audiobooks to attract more users. As of February, it anticipated having 239 million premium subscribers in the current quarter.

TikTok adds YouTube Music as an option to save songs playing in videos | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 10d ago

TikTok adds YouTube Music as an option to save songs playing in videos | TechCrunch

TikTok has enhanced its music-saving feature by adding YouTube Music as an option, alongside Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. Initially launched in the U.S. and U.K. in November 2023, the feature now spans over 160 countries, including support for Deezer and SoundCloud. Users can save songs heard in videos to their preferred platform via the "Add Song" button, automatically updating their TikTok Songs playlist on YouTube Music.

After spat with TikTok, UMG expands Spotify partnership to include music videos and more

TechCrunch · 1y ago

After spat with TikTok, UMG expands Spotify partnership to include music videos and more

Universal Music Group (UMG) has expanded its deal with Spotify to focus on music discovery and social interaction. The partnership will introduce music videos in the US, allowing users to watch videos instead of just streaming audio. UMG's artists include Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, and Ariana Grande. Spotify's "Switch to Video" option will enable users to watch videos from the Now Playing Screen, and artists will have promotional and social features to generate excitement for new releases. Further collaborations between the companies are expected. The deal comes as UMG had a public disagreement with TikTok, resulting in the removal of its music catalog from the app.

TikTok launches its 'Add to Music app' feature available in over 160 countries

TechCrunch · 1y ago

TikTok launches its 'Add to Music app' feature available in over 160 countries

TikTok has launched its "Add to Music app" feature in 163 new countries, allowing users to add songs playing on clips to services like Apple Music and Spotify. The feature was initially rolled out in the US and UK in November 2020, and has since expanded to include additional countries. Users can access the feature by tapping the "Add Music" button below the clip description, and can choose their preferred music service. TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, also plans to make the feature available to TikTok Music users in the future.

Spotify now has music videos

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Spotify now has music videos

Spotify has launched a beta version of its music video feature, offering a limited catalog of videos in 11 markets. Supported artists include Ed Sheeran and Doja Cat, and the platform's global head of consumer experience, Sten Garmark, stated that the catalog will eventually feature thousands of songs. Users can access the music videos through the Now Playing screen, where a "Switch to Video" icon will appear. Currently, the feature is available in the UK, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Brazil, Colombia, Philippines, Indonesia, and Kenya for Premium subscribers.

Spotify’s AI DJ now takes voice commands—Here’s how it work

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YourStory · 2m ago

Spotify’s AI DJ now takes voice commands—Here’s how it work

Spotify has enhanced its AI DJ feature for Premium users, offering interactive voice commands to request specific genres, artists, moods, or eras. Available in over 60 countries, the update responds to natural language, enhancing music curation. Initially launched in 2023, the AI DJ now offers hands-free operation, with some features exclusive to Premium users. The move aligns with a broader industry shift towards conversational interfaces but currently supports only English commands and excludes free users.

Spotify expands audiobook access to family plan members for the first time | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 22d ago

Spotify expands audiobook access to family plan members for the first time | TechCrunch

Spotify has expanded its premium audiobooks service, introducing two new plans offering more listening hours and access for family members. Available in select countries like the U.K. and Australia, the Audiobooks+ plan adds 15 extra monthly listening hours to the base Premium plan. Family and Duo plan members can now share 15 monthly audiobook hours. Users must request access from plan managers, who can purchase add-ons. Spotify aims to grow its audiobook market and catalog of 375,000 titles.

India is blocking TikTok's owner from offering music streaming as the company looks to build a Spotify competitor

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

India is blocking TikTok's owner from offering music streaming as the company looks to build a Spotify competitor

TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, is closing down its music-streaming app Resso in India after the government ordered its removal from app stores. This comes as TikTok launches a separate music app in five countries. Despite being banned in India since 2020, TikTok has continued to grow globally, surpassing 1 billion users. While TikTok Music expands to compete with Spotify and Apple Music, there are currently no plans to launch it in the US. The shuttering of Resso coincides with TikTok's efforts to expand its influence in the music industry through live events and artist services.

Apple Music is going after Spotify Wrapped with a monthly recap of what you listened to most

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Apple Music is going after Spotify Wrapped with a monthly recap of what you listened to most

Apple Music Replay is stepping up its competition with Spotify by offering monthly summaries of users' listening habits. Previously, Apple Music Replay was only available at the end of the year, whereas Spotify Wrapped is an annual recap feature. Apple Music Replay provides users with insights into their top songs, artists, albums, playlists, genres, and stations based on their listening history. In contrast, Spotify Wrapped recently introduced additional features such as matching users to a city with similar music taste and assigning characters based on listening habits. Apple Music Replay is accessible through the replay.music.apple.com website with an Apple ID login.

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