Spotify House returned to CMA Fest for its seventh year, taking over Nashville’s Ole Red from June 4-6. Curated by the team behind Hot Country, the event brought together some of the genre’s biggest stars alongside breakout and emerging artists. From headline-making collaborations to first listens and special fan moments, here are a few of... The post Spotify House 2026: All the Can’t-Miss Moments From CMA Fest appeared first on Spotify.

For millions of fans, Friday means one thing: new music. On Spotify, New Music Friday has become a global go-to for discovering new releases each week. Now, for listeners in the U.S., we’re bringing you even closer to the music and the experts who curate it. Starting today, listeners can find editor-led video recommendations directly... The post Meet the Curators: New Music Friday Gets a Personal Touch With Editor-Led Video appeared first on Spotify.

Pride Month is a time for celebration, reflection, and amplifying the diverse stories and perspectives from the LGBTQIA+ community that enrich our world. To help you connect with these powerful narratives, our editors have highlighted five must-hear audiobooks to stream this month. These titles span a variety of genres that capture the breadth and depth... The post 5 Audiobooks that Amplify and Celebrate Queer Voices appeared first on Spotify.

As Spotify’s global RADAR program enters its sixth year in Italy, a new class of artists is stepping into the spotlight. Today, we’re announcing the six emerging acts joining RADAR Italia: Sara Gioielli, faccianuvola, Angelica Bove, prima stanza a destra, Visino Bianco, and Emili Kasa. All under the age of 26, these artists are helping... The post RADAR Italia Unveils 6 New Artists and a New Approach for 2026 appeared first on Spotify.

As podcast formats evolve in the streaming era, podcasting needs updated, transparent metrics that accurately reflect reach and active engagement. Starting today, play counts will now reflect the number of times an episode was watched or listened to for at least thirty seconds. Spotify’s audience behavior data shows that thirty seconds is a reliable indicator... The post Introducing a New Standard for Podcast Plays and Upgraded Creator Analytics Experience appeared first on Spotify.