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Spotify rolls out new voice control feature

13/04/2021

Spotify rolls out new voice control feature called “Hey Spotify,” to make it easier for users to start, navigate, and search for their music and podcasts without using their hands. This new feature, built within the existing listening user experience unlocks a truly mobile and versatile way for users to enjoy voice-controlled access to their personalized Spotify experience, anytime, anywhere. “Hey Spotify” voice control features To turn it on – Go to Search, tap the mic icon, and […]

Audio is the Number One productivity booster

12/04/2021

Audio is the Number One productivity booster according to a study of 4000 adults in the US and UK commissioned by Spotify during February 2021. The study found that 87% of people believe productivity touches every aspect of their lives, from work and creative pursuits to managing a home and caring for a family. It also found that no matter the task at hand, audio is a key part of people’s productivity tool kits. It helps […]

Spotify’s On Repeat playlist reaches 12 Bn streams

10/04/2021

Spotify’s On Repeat playlist reaches 12 Bn streams spending over 750 million hours listening to their favourite tracks since its creation in September 2019. The personalized mix is filled with the tracks each user has streamed the most over the past 30 days. To celebrate this milestone, Spotify has created a list of the songs and artists On Repeat listeners couldn’t get enough of this past year. Top Tracks “Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd “Dance Monkey” […]

US Latin music market grew 19% in 2020

09/04/2021

The US Latin music market grew 19% in 2020 for a fifth consecutive year in 2020 according to the RIAA, the US recorded music industry association. Despite the COVID-19 challenges of cancelled live shows and limitations on physical retail outlets, US Latin music revenues grew 19% in 2020 to $655 million at estimated retail value – a significantly higher growth rate than for overall US music revenues. Streaming formats grew 20% to $630 million, comprising […]

Spotify introduces new personalised playlists

02/04/2021

Spotify introduces new personalised playlists featuring artists, genres, and decades you listen to often in a new family of personalised playlists – Spotify Mixes. Spotify Mixes were inspired by Daily Mix, our most popular personalized playlist among users. During the recent virtual event, Stream On, Spotify announced that they would be evolving and expanding their Daily Mix family by adding more playlists that are increasingly personalized to users and that evolve over time so you have more recommendations […]

Australian record music market grew by 7.3% in 2020

31/03/2021

Australian record music market grew by 7.3% in 2020 with growth driven by streaming and vinyl according to figures released by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). The growth was driven by a rise in revenue from streaming services and vinyl, which offset a drop in revenue for digital downloads and CD sales. It is the sixth straight year of growth for the recorded music industry which now generates AUS$542 million in revenue per annum. […]

Spotify rolls out new Workout Hub

31/03/2021

Spotify rolls out Workout Hub containing celebrity inspired playlists to help get you motivated for a run or a workout. Whether you’re a gym aficionado or pilates pro, or are settling in for savasana, Spotify’s Workout Hub is now home to playlists from some of the top fitness instructors and brands, so your every workout can have the ultimate soundtrack. Spotify’s Workout Hub is where you will find the following playlists: Elevate Your Vibration with Melissa Wood […]