In the ever-evolving realm of music streaming, Spotify continues to push boundaries with innovations that enhance the listening experience. One such innovation is the Spotify AI DJ feature earlier this year and it has finally made its way over to Nigeria, a cutting-edge feature that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to create personalized playlists and recommendations for users. In this article on IchieTech, we’ll delve into the exciting world of Spotify’s new AI DJ, exploring how to make the most of this AI-driven music curation tool.
What Is Spotify AI DJ and How Does It Work?
Spotify AI DJ is a feature that combines artificial intelligence and music curation to provide a tailor-made listening experience. By analyzing your listening habits, preferences, and the time of day, this feature creates a fresh playlist that is both personalized and familiar.
Beyond just algorithms and data, Spotify’s AI DJ provides even better recommendations as you continue to listen, striking the perfect balance between your favourite songs and discoveries. The playlist improves over time based on your preferences, as well as global music trends, ensuring that you never miss out on the latest hits.
This feature builds on Spotify’s personalization technology, which selects music recommendations based on your preferences, and incorporates generative AI through OpenAI technology. Spotify’s music editors, who are experts in different genres with deep cultural insights, leverage their knowledge to provide fascinating facts about the tracks, artists, or genres you’re listening to.
A standout feature of Spotify’s AI DJ is its dynamic voice. The DJ uses an AI voice platform from the Sonantic acquisition that resonates with listeners. The first model’s voice belongs to Xavier “X” Jernigan, Spotify’s Head of Cultural Partnerships and a former host of Spotify’s morning show, “The Get Up.” We can expect more voice models or tweaks in the future.
Spotify’s AI DJ is a seamless combination of Spotify’s personalization, the expertise of its music editors, generative AI, and an engaging voice, resulting in a unique and personalized listening experience.
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Setting up Your Spotify Account
To embark on your AI DJ journey, you’ll need a Spotify account. If you already have one, you’re a step ahead. If not, worry not; creating an account is a cakewalk. Simply download the Spotify app, follow the prompts to create an account, and you’re on your way.
For the full AI DJ experience, consider upgrading to Spotify Premium if you haven’t already. Premium subscribers enjoy ad-free listening, offline downloads, and, most importantly, enhanced access to AI DJ.
How to Find the Spotify AI DJ (iPhone and Android)
Follow these steps to see the Spotify AI DJ in the mobile app:
1. Launch the Spotify app to view your homepage.
2. Tap on the Music tab at the top of the screen to view only your music feed.
3. Scroll down to see the DJ banner.
To also find the Spotify AI DJ in your iPhone or Android app, you can follow these simple steps:
1. Tap on the Search icon at the bottom of your screen
2. Tap on the Made For You tile
3. Then click on the DJ feature which will be the first tile under the Uniquely Yours category.
How to Use Spotify AI DJ
If you want to start using Spotify’s AI DJ, follow these simple steps:
1. Tap on the DJ banner or tile to begin.
2. The DJ will start with a brief introduction before playing a selection of songs that have been curated specifically for you. You can also switch between songs as you listen to them.
3. If you’re not feeling the mood of the playlist, tap the DJ icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen to switch to a playlist with a different vibe.
FAQ Section:
Q1. Do You Need Spotify Premium for AI DJ?
- It is necessary to have a Spotify Premium subscription to access the AI DJ feature. If you have a free plan, you won’t have access to it.
Q2. Why Don’t I Have Spotify AI DJ?
- You won’t have the Spotify AI DJ feature if you’re on the free plan. In case you are a premium user and still don’t have the feature, check if it is available in your region. It’s possible that Spotify hasn’t released it yet in your country. Additionally, make sure that you have updated the app to the latest version.
Q3. Can You Change the AI DJ Voice on Spotify?
- As of now, it is not possible to change the voice of AI DJ on Spotify. The current voice is the first version of the model, but Spotify has hinted at the possibility of more versions in the future.
