Spotify AI DJ Adds Text-Based Requests for Premium Users
Spotify is expanding the capabilities of its AI DJ feature, shifting away from a purely voice-controlled experience. Starting Wednesday, Premium subscribers can now interact with their AI-curated music stream by typing requests directly into the interface.
This update allows users to input song, artist, or mood preferences through text, a shift that acknowledges how listeners engage with the app in public or quiet spaces where voice commands might be inconvenient. The functionality is available for both English-language users and those interacting with DJ Livi, the platform’s Spanish-language AI host.
How to Use the New AI DJ Controls
To begin using the upgraded feature, users can follow these steps:
- Search for “DJ” within the Spotify app.
- Select the DJ card to start the personalized music stream.
- Tap the DJ button located in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
- Enter a request via text or use the existing voice command option.
The system is designed to process complex queries that mix different criteria, such as specific genres, moods, artists, or particular activities. To assist users who may be indecisive about their next track, Spotify has also introduced personalized prompt suggestions that appear within the chat interface.
Broadening AI Accessibility
The integration of text-based inputs aligns with broader industry trends toward multi-modal AI assistants, similar to recent developments seen with platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Apple’s Siri. By offering both voice and text as input methods, Spotify aims to provide a more flexible experience for its global audience.
The updated AI DJ is currently live in over 60 markets worldwide. For further details on the rollout, you can view the official Spotify announcement.