Spotify's Discover Weekly anniversary brings two significant updates to users
In a significant milestone, Spotify's Discover Weekly playlist, a beloved feature that has been delivering fresh music to listeners every Monday for a decade, has received its most significant update yet. The updates, which include new genre filters, a refreshed design, and enhanced AI DJ controls, are set to enrich the music-listening experience for Spotify Premium users.
## Discover Weekly Updates
One of the key features of the update is the introduction of genre filters. Premium users can now select up to five genres to influence the types of songs that the Discover Weekly playlist recommends. This new control aims to help users break out of recommendation ruts and encourage musical exploration in new directions. The playlist's design has also been given a vibrant makeover, reflecting its dynamic nature and the evolving tastes of listeners.
To access these updates, users simply need to navigate to the “Made for You” hub in the Spotify app, select their Discover Weekly playlist, and if they have the latest app version, they will see the new genre controls at the top of the playlist.
## AI DJ Updates
In addition to the Discover Weekly updates, Spotify has also been enhancing user controls across its personalized features. These improvements, which include a revamped queue and a “snooze” feature for songs, are also being applied to the AI DJ and other algorithmic experiences. This means that users can now request specific songs, mark songs as liked or disliked, and use the queue and snooze features to refine their recommendations.
The AI DJ feature is available in the “Made for You” hub for eligible Premium users.
## Summary
The updates for Spotify's Discover Weekly playlist and AI DJ are currently rolling out to Premium users, with plans to expand to other tiers in the future. These updates are expected to bring a more personalized and engaging music-listening experience to Spotify users, helping them discover new artists and genres.
Since its inception, Discover Weekly has enabled listeners to discover more than 56 million new artists per week on average, streamed over 100 billion tracks, and helped artists such as BL3SS, Djo, Goldford, Lola Young, and Mark Ambor reach new audiences. With these latest updates, Spotify continues to solidify its position as a leading platform for music discovery and personalized listening experiences.
Technology and entertainment are being brought together through Spotify's updated AI DJ feature, allowing Premium users to request specific songs and refine their recommendations for a more tailored listening experience. The Discover Weekly playlist, a staple of music entertainment, has also been updated with new genre filters and a refreshed design, making it easier for users to break out of recommendation ruts and explore new music genres.
