Rumor (Fact)ory: Spotify to launch add-on service for superfansSpotify is launching a new 'Super Premium' service tier targeting 'super fans' with higher quality audio features.
Spotify Reportedly Exploring a High-Fidelity Membership TierSpotify is considering a higher-priced tier for better audio quality and new features.
Meta and Spotify's AI takeover: is this the end of human-created content?Spotify's strategy with AI-generated music prioritizes cost efficiency over user experience or artistic integrity.
Spotify Wrapped 2024 adds an AI podcast to recap your listening habitsSpotify's integration with Google allows users to generate personalized AI podcasts reflecting their listening habits.The new features in Spotify Wrapped enhance user engagement and insight into music preferences.
Amazon hikes prices for its Music Unlimited subscriptions | TechCrunchAmazon is increasing prices for its Music Unlimited subscriptions, aligning with competitors and aiming to enhance service offerings.
Spotify, Warner Music Group sign new deal to help deliver 'further paid subscription tiers' | TechCrunchSpotify and WMG's new agreement promotes fan engagement and innovative subscription models.
Rumor (Fact)ory: Spotify to launch add-on service for superfansSpotify is launching a new 'Super Premium' service tier targeting 'super fans' with higher quality audio features.
Spotify Reportedly Exploring a High-Fidelity Membership TierSpotify is considering a higher-priced tier for better audio quality and new features.
Meta and Spotify's AI takeover: is this the end of human-created content?Spotify's strategy with AI-generated music prioritizes cost efficiency over user experience or artistic integrity.
Spotify Wrapped 2024 adds an AI podcast to recap your listening habitsSpotify's integration with Google allows users to generate personalized AI podcasts reflecting their listening habits.The new features in Spotify Wrapped enhance user engagement and insight into music preferences.
Amazon hikes prices for its Music Unlimited subscriptions | TechCrunchAmazon is increasing prices for its Music Unlimited subscriptions, aligning with competitors and aiming to enhance service offerings.
Spotify, Warner Music Group sign new deal to help deliver 'further paid subscription tiers' | TechCrunchSpotify and WMG's new agreement promotes fan engagement and innovative subscription models.
More rhythm, less algorithm: why Deezer's boss is vowing to put users in control of their musicDeezer is positioning itself as an artists' champion by implementing a new royalty model to support musicians better.
Paris-based music streamer Deezer chooses DAX for ad salesDeezer has partnered exclusively with DAX for U.S. audio advertising to enhance its advertising capabilities and reach a diverse audience of music fans.
The best music streaming services in 2025No single best music streaming service exists; each has unique features and pricing.Most streaming services aren't paying artists properly while raising their prices.Key features and user experience vary significantly among popular music streaming platforms.
More rhythm, less algorithm: why Deezer's boss is vowing to put users in control of their musicDeezer is positioning itself as an artists' champion by implementing a new royalty model to support musicians better.
Paris-based music streamer Deezer chooses DAX for ad salesDeezer has partnered exclusively with DAX for U.S. audio advertising to enhance its advertising capabilities and reach a diverse audience of music fans.
The best music streaming services in 2025No single best music streaming service exists; each has unique features and pricing.Most streaming services aren't paying artists properly while raising their prices.Key features and user experience vary significantly among popular music streaming platforms.
Spotify Wrapped season is almost here !Spotify Wrapped engages users and promotes Spotify through personalized music experiences and social media sharing.
Cinnamon Softcore Art Deco'? Spotify Wrapped Falls Flat for SomeSpotify Wrapped 2023 disappointed users with lackluster and impersonal features, leading to widespread dissatisfaction among Spotify's 640 million users.
Want to Make Your Spotify Wrapped Better This Year? Start NowSpotify Wrapped is a social event marked by users sharing their music listening stats.Users can tailor their Spotify Wrapped to reflect their true music tastes by excluding specific playlists.
A new social music platform just hit 1 million users. Here's the pitch deck it used to close its $8 million seed round.Hangout is a new social music platform designed to enhance the music listening experience through user connection and interaction.
Did Spotify Wrapped just call you gay?Spotify Wrapped 2024 introduces playful branding like 'pink pilates princess', creating a humorous conversation about music preferences and community.
Spotify Wrapped is out! Here's how to find out what you listened to in 2024Spotify Wrapped allows users to reflect on their listening habits and share insights annually.
Spotify Wrapped season is almost here !Spotify Wrapped engages users and promotes Spotify through personalized music experiences and social media sharing.
Cinnamon Softcore Art Deco'? Spotify Wrapped Falls Flat for SomeSpotify Wrapped 2023 disappointed users with lackluster and impersonal features, leading to widespread dissatisfaction among Spotify's 640 million users.
Want to Make Your Spotify Wrapped Better This Year? Start NowSpotify Wrapped is a social event marked by users sharing their music listening stats.Users can tailor their Spotify Wrapped to reflect their true music tastes by excluding specific playlists.
A new social music platform just hit 1 million users. Here's the pitch deck it used to close its $8 million seed round.Hangout is a new social music platform designed to enhance the music listening experience through user connection and interaction.
Did Spotify Wrapped just call you gay?Spotify Wrapped 2024 introduces playful branding like 'pink pilates princess', creating a humorous conversation about music preferences and community.
Spotify Wrapped is out! Here's how to find out what you listened to in 2024Spotify Wrapped allows users to reflect on their listening habits and share insights annually.
YouTube Tests Experimental Features With Premium UsersYouTube introduces experimental features for Premium subscribers, enhancing user control and access. AI-generated radio stations in YouTube Music are also being tested.
Fans mourn loss of music-streaming app accused of ripping off YouTubeMusi is facing legal challenges that threaten its availability, causing distress among loyal users who appreciate its unique features.
Spotify is now the default music player in the Opera One browserOpera integrates Spotify as the default music player in its browser, offering a seamless experience with floating controls and audio management.
NPR Music for iPadNPR Music for iPad combines multimedia content and innovative features to enhance the music listening experience for users.
YouTube Tests Experimental Features With Premium UsersYouTube introduces experimental features for Premium subscribers, enhancing user control and access. AI-generated radio stations in YouTube Music are also being tested.
Fans mourn loss of music-streaming app accused of ripping off YouTubeMusi is facing legal challenges that threaten its availability, causing distress among loyal users who appreciate its unique features.
Spotify is now the default music player in the Opera One browserOpera integrates Spotify as the default music player in its browser, offering a seamless experience with floating controls and audio management.
NPR Music for iPadNPR Music for iPad combines multimedia content and innovative features to enhance the music listening experience for users.
On-demand audio streaming steadily rising in U.S. (Luminate)U.S. on-demand audio streaming has reached 25 billion weekly, with notable genre preferences and growth variations across regions.
Why Zane Lowe and Apple Music are betting on live radio in an on-demand eraZane Lowe believes in the transformative power of live radio in connecting with audiences across time zones.
Apple Music's 2024 Replay rolls out to all users | TechCrunchApple Music Replay offers users a comprehensive look at their yearly music listening habits, enhancing engagement with detailed insights and new features.
The Morning After: Apple Music Replay is here to highlight your questionable tastesApple Music now features an integrated Replay experience for easy access to annual listening stats.Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' was the most-listened-to song on Apple Music this year.
Why Zane Lowe and Apple Music are betting on live radio in an on-demand eraZane Lowe believes in the transformative power of live radio in connecting with audiences across time zones.
Apple Music's 2024 Replay rolls out to all users | TechCrunchApple Music Replay offers users a comprehensive look at their yearly music listening habits, enhancing engagement with detailed insights and new features.
The Morning After: Apple Music Replay is here to highlight your questionable tastesApple Music now features an integrated Replay experience for easy access to annual listening stats.Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' was the most-listened-to song on Apple Music this year.
SoundCloud introduces a cheaper plan for artists | TechCrunchSoundCloud introduces a new Artist plan for $39/year to support emerging musicians with affordable pro-level tools.
Dear Spotify, nobody asked for thisSpotify Wrapped exposes uncomfortable truths about listeners' habits and tastes through storytelling, complicating its perceived fun.
Spotify Wrapped 2024: How to View, What's New, and Top Global ArtistsSpotify Wrapped 2024 features new personalized insights, including Music Evolution and expanded AI elements, enhancing user engagement and the celebration of music trends.
Spotify Has Revealed The UK's Most-Streamed Artists For 2024Taylor Swift is the most streamed artist globally and in the UK due to her outstanding year with The Era's tour.
Beyonce fails to appear on Spotify Wrapped's Top Artists of 2024 listBeyoncé's absence from Spotify Wrapped's Top 10 Artists despite her album success highlights the competitive nature of the streaming platform.
Spotify Wrapped 2024 includes AI-hosted podcasts discussing your listening habitsSpotify Wrapped features AI-driven tools like My Wrapped AI Podcast and AI DJ, but access to some is limited to premium users.
Spotify posts cryptic video ahead of Spotify WrappedSpotify Wrapped 2024 hints at Taylor Swift being the most streamed artist again, building excitement for the annual release.
Dear Spotify, nobody asked for thisSpotify Wrapped exposes uncomfortable truths about listeners' habits and tastes through storytelling, complicating its perceived fun.
Spotify Wrapped 2024: How to View, What's New, and Top Global ArtistsSpotify Wrapped 2024 features new personalized insights, including Music Evolution and expanded AI elements, enhancing user engagement and the celebration of music trends.
Spotify Has Revealed The UK's Most-Streamed Artists For 2024Taylor Swift is the most streamed artist globally and in the UK due to her outstanding year with The Era's tour.
Beyonce fails to appear on Spotify Wrapped's Top Artists of 2024 listBeyoncé's absence from Spotify Wrapped's Top 10 Artists despite her album success highlights the competitive nature of the streaming platform.
Spotify Wrapped 2024 includes AI-hosted podcasts discussing your listening habitsSpotify Wrapped features AI-driven tools like My Wrapped AI Podcast and AI DJ, but access to some is limited to premium users.
Spotify posts cryptic video ahead of Spotify WrappedSpotify Wrapped 2024 hints at Taylor Swift being the most streamed artist again, building excitement for the annual release.
Music Streaming Guide: Which Service Is Best for You?There is a wide array of music streaming platforms catering to different listener needs and experiences.
The best DACs for Apple Music Lossless 2021 | EngadgetApple's new music service may drive interest in high resolution audio, but compatibility issues remain with some of its devices.
Music Streaming Guide: Which Service Is Best for You?There is a wide array of music streaming platforms catering to different listener needs and experiences.
The best DACs for Apple Music Lossless 2021 | EngadgetApple's new music service may drive interest in high resolution audio, but compatibility issues remain with some of its devices.
Win a Pair of Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones and Brand New Amazon Echo BudsAmazon Music Unlimited offers high-fidelity music streaming with a free three-month trial and a chance to win premium headphones.
Amazon Music launches "2024 Delivered," its take on Spotify Wrapped | TechCrunchAmazon Music's "2024 Delivered" feature provides a personalized yearly recap of listening habits, inspired by Spotify's Wrapped.
Amazon Music now has its own version of Spotify WrappedAmazon Music has introduced a personalized yearly recap feature called Amazon Music Delivered, highlighting user favorites.
Amazon Music launches "2024 Delivered," its take on Spotify Wrapped | TechCrunchAmazon Music's "2024 Delivered" feature provides a personalized yearly recap of listening habits, inspired by Spotify's Wrapped.
Amazon Music now has its own version of Spotify WrappedAmazon Music has introduced a personalized yearly recap feature called Amazon Music Delivered, highlighting user favorites.
Spotify rules and declines; Spreaker #2 and moves up in chart of leading podcast hosting companiesSpotify for Creators continues to dominate the podcast hosting landscape, while Spreaker shows significant growth.
Brutalist architecture inspired this blocky wireless speakerTransparent's Brutalist speaker emphasizes sustainability with 70% recycled aluminum, contrasting sharply with the brand's earlier designs.
Block Employees Ordered To Pretend That P. Diddy's Buddy Isn't On Its BoardTidal's acquisition by Block has turned into a costly mistake, leading to revenue drops and employee layoffs.
Tidal is laying off more staffTidal is laying off workers to streamline its operations, potentially impacting 100 employees as part of a workforce reduction.The company has implemented changes in pricing and audio quality this year.
Jack Dorsey says layoffs coming to streaming music app Tidal - leaked emailTidal is undergoing significant layoffs as Block's CEO suggests it needs to function like a startup to survive.
Block Employees Ordered To Pretend That P. Diddy's Buddy Isn't On Its BoardTidal's acquisition by Block has turned into a costly mistake, leading to revenue drops and employee layoffs.
Tidal is laying off more staffTidal is laying off workers to streamline its operations, potentially impacting 100 employees as part of a workforce reduction.The company has implemented changes in pricing and audio quality this year.
Jack Dorsey says layoffs coming to streaming music app Tidal - leaked emailTidal is undergoing significant layoffs as Block's CEO suggests it needs to function like a startup to survive.
The Morning After: Nintendo made its own music streaming serviceNintendo has launched a music streaming service that curates music based on gaming activity and prevents spoilers from game tracks.
Nintendo launches new music app for Nintendo Switch Online membersNintendo launched a dedicated music-streaming app for Switch Online subscribers, emphasizing exclusive game soundtracks.The app provides offline listening, customizable playlists, and a spoiler setting.
Nintendo Music is a streaming service for Switch Online subscribersNintendo has launched a music streaming service for fans of its games, featuring organized soundtracks and unique features like spoiler prevention.
Nintendo has launched a music app, seizing on the appeal of video game playlistsNintendo Music app's early success reflects fans' deep nostalgia and connection to iconic game melodies.Strong historical composers are key to the lasting appeal of Nintendo's music.
The Morning After: Nintendo made its own music streaming serviceNintendo has launched a music streaming service that curates music based on gaming activity and prevents spoilers from game tracks.
Nintendo launches new music app for Nintendo Switch Online membersNintendo launched a dedicated music-streaming app for Switch Online subscribers, emphasizing exclusive game soundtracks.The app provides offline listening, customizable playlists, and a spoiler setting.
Nintendo Music is a streaming service for Switch Online subscribersNintendo has launched a music streaming service for fans of its games, featuring organized soundtracks and unique features like spoiler prevention.
Nintendo has launched a music app, seizing on the appeal of video game playlistsNintendo Music app's early success reflects fans' deep nostalgia and connection to iconic game melodies.Strong historical composers are key to the lasting appeal of Nintendo's music.
Nintendo Music is a very Nintendo streaming serviceThe launch of Nintendo Music offers a limited selection of soundtracks, failing to meet expectations for a comprehensive music app from Nintendo.
This Teenage Engineering-inspired Cassette Player even has a "Bluetooth Cassette" for Spotify Playback - Yanko DesignThe IT'S REAL Cassette player merges nostalgic design with modern Bluetooth functionality, allowing for streaming on a classic medium.
Apple kicked Musi out of the App Store based on YouTube lie, lawsuit saysMusi seeks legal action against Apple for removing its app, claiming breach of contract and irreparable damage to its business and users.
Bluesound NODE Series Blends Hi-Fi Audio With Wireless TechBluesound's NODE series integrates high-end audio technology with modern wireless features, ensuring high-resolution sound quality and seamless user experiences.
Tik Tok Music to shut down in NovemberTikTok Music service will end in November, allowing users to transfer playlists to other platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
TikTok is abandoning its plan to take on Spotify in music streamingTikTok is shutting down its music-streaming app, focusing instead on enhancing music discovery within its main platform.
TikTok Announces Shutdown of Separate TikTok Music AppTikTok Music will shut down on November 28, 2024, to prioritize integration with TikTok's core platform.
TikTok Announces Shut Down of Separate TikTok Music AppTikTok Music will close by November 28, 2024, refocusing on TikTok's core mission in music streaming.
Tik Tok Music to shut down in NovemberTikTok Music service will end in November, allowing users to transfer playlists to other platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
TikTok is abandoning its plan to take on Spotify in music streamingTikTok is shutting down its music-streaming app, focusing instead on enhancing music discovery within its main platform.
TikTok Announces Shutdown of Separate TikTok Music AppTikTok Music will shut down on November 28, 2024, to prioritize integration with TikTok's core platform.
TikTok Announces Shut Down of Separate TikTok Music AppTikTok Music will close by November 28, 2024, refocusing on TikTok's core mission in music streaming.
TikTok Music is on its way outTikTok Music is shutting down, effective November 28, 2023, with all user accounts deleted and no US launch.