Here are the biggest Spotify updates of the year so far
From Taste Profile to Reserved, these are the biggest changes Spotify has made over the past few months.
Over the past few months, Spotify has introduced numerous updates and enhancements to its popular music streaming service. Among these, five stand-out changes have particularly caught the attention of users.
Firstly, Spotify has made Taste Profile more accessible by bringing it directly to the user's sidebar. This allows listeners to interact with their Taste Profile more directly, shaping the recommendations it provides according to their preferences. For instance, users can now specify genres they wish to avoid or request recommendations for niche interest podcast shows.
Secondly, Spotify has ventured into the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) with the introduction of AI Persona tags. These tags help differentiate between human and AI-generated artists, providing users with greater assurance about the authenticity of the music they listen to. Furthermore, AI Persona tags exclude AI-generated artists from personalized recommendations, ensuring a cleaner music discovery experience.
Thirdly, Spotify has expanded its Fitness hub, introducing a partnership with Peloton that brings over 1,400 video workouts to the app. These range from running, yoga, weight training to more, and even include a feature called Running Mode that transforms personalized playlists into guided running experiences.
Fourthly, Spotify has launched SongDNA, a tool that provides comprehensive credits for songs. Much like Wikipedia on steroids, SongDNA offers a detailed breakdown of all the creatives involved in a song's production, from producers to lyricists and individual instrument players. It also allows users to explore the careers of individual collaborators, providing a deeper insight into the music-making process.
Lastly, Spotify has introduced Reserved, a feature aimed at securing concert tickets for top fans. This system grants priority access to ticket purchases for fans who demonstrate consistent engagement with an artist's music across Spotify. Fans earn tickets based on their listening habits and are then given a window to purchase these reserved tickets. However, not all fans are guaranteed this offer, as it depends on factors like the tour location.
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