Spotify Kids now available in US, Canada and France in a stand-alone app which brings content designed specifically for kids ages three and older. The app, which is exclusive to Spotify Premium Family subscribers in select countries was developed with safety and privacy in mind. It’s an ad-free experience where young listeners can explore sing-alongs, soundtracks, and stories on their own or with their families.
The launch in North America and France comes after the initial launch of Spotify Kids in beta in Ireland, followed by Sweden, Denmark, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Argentina, and Brazil. With more than 125 playlists, Spotify Kids makes it easy for families to listen to their favourite songs and stories while also discovering new ones. Everything on Spotify Kids has been hand selected by Spotify’s editors, so you can be sure that the content is both kid friendly and fun!
Following feedback there are now more than 8,000 songs available in the Kids app in the US and Canada – an increase of 30% on initial launch. Spotify have also added more audiobooks and stories to the library, including Disney Music Group Stories, fairy tales, classics, and short stories.
According to Spotify, ‘Parents told us that they love using Kids around bedtime, so we’ve added more lullabies, calming music and sounds, and bedtime stories to help lull your little ones to sleep.’ Customisation has also been increased to allow for finer parental control on what kids can and can’t listen to.
There is also educational musical content for kids on the app, including a playlist hub called Learning that features songs that teach kids about counting, the ABC’s, science, and more. Spotify have also added a new global playlist with songs to help kids learn general hygiene best practices, like how to wash their hands and cough and sneeze properly into their elbows. This playlist features the newly released song from Pinkfong, “Wash Your Hands with Baby Shark.”
In the US there is some country specific content to reflect the diverse cultural makeup of the US. The app includes Spanish-language, country, Christian, Motown, and soul dance party playlists.
Kids also like popular culture and movie music can be found on the app. Examples include the Trolls World Tour playlist and an official Frozen playlist featured in the app. Spotify is also working with other children’s brands like Disney Music Group, KIDZ BOP, and Nickelodeon to create totally unique Spotify Kids content and experiences.
The Spotify Kids app is available exclusively for Spotify Premium Family subscribers at no additional charge and can be downloaded on iOS or Android devices. New Premium subscribers are also eligible for one month free of Premium Family and further details can be found here.
