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Everyone wants their go with the aux, and Spotify is no different. The ubiquitous music streamer has created an AI DJ feature capable of curating original playlists while providing intermittent commentary like a radio host.
Letโs face it, AI is inevitably coming for all of our livelihoods – commercial or creative. Not even DJs are safe.
The central story with AI at the moment is understandably Microsoft vs Alphabet, and who can be first to successfully integrate chatbot tech into their search engine without catching flack for misinformation or bugs.
If youโre less bothered with the business side and more interested in AIโs recreational day-to-day uses, however, this story will likely come as a welcome change.
Building on existing personalisation options, Spotify has just announced an extensive new feature called โDJโ.
Its launch trailer suggests the AI will compile original playlists each day based on our listening habits. Meanwhile, an eerily human-sounding radio presenter provides bits of trivia about the artist or project every few songs or so. Who really started the Eminem MGK beef?
Each original set list (if you will) is endless, but users can switch up genres or artists by hitting the on-screen DJ button. The AI will then work its magic to keep listening sessions running smoothly while honing its algorithm based on your feedback.
Pairing new tracks you may not have heard with your previously overplayed bangers, Spotify states it should rapidly get to grips with our specific tastes to fit each mood. Good luck seamlessly switching between Dave, My Chemical Romance, and Radioheadโฆ I can be very changeable.
