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Spotify has ruined mood playlists – so our critics have made some better ones instead

Whether made by human hand or shady algorithm, emotion-based playlists are everywhere. But if you’re looking for a superior soundtrack to ‘all the feels’, get your ears round these selections from our music writers

The Guardian - UK

D4vd sees massive Spotify growth after arrest in the Celeste Rivas murder case, sparking internet outrage

Singer D4vd faces grave charges including murder and child sexual abuse following the discovery of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez's remains. Despite his not guilty plea, his music streams surged post-arrest, sparking public outrage and debate. Celeste vanished in 2024 after visiting his home, with her remains found in 2025. His…

The Times of India

I tested ChatGPT vs Claude to find the best hikes with AllTrails — one clearly had better picks

Now that AllTrails has been added to Claude’s collection of “Connectors,” I tested it against ChatGPT’s utilization of the same app to see which chatbot gave me better hiking trail recommendations.

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Pop star Olivia Rodrigo feels proud of Barcelona shirt

Olivia Rodrigo has reflected on her collaboration with FC Barcelona.

BANG Premier

A Little Perspective on NBA Playoff Ratings

Those big first-round viewership numbers come with big asterisk.

Sports Illustrated

Olivia Rodrigo set for El Clasico debut - on Barcelona’s shirt

Good 4 Barca? Olivia Rodrigo takes over El Clasico shirt at Spotify Camp Nou

FourFourTwo

'Verified By Spotify' is the music streamer's new way to help you avoid AI artists, but it doesn't go as far as I'd like — especially with Deezer, Qobuz and Apple Music making major anti-AI steps

The Verified By Spotify badge lets you find out if an artist is real on the streaming giant, but you still can't filter out AI slop in playlists

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Barcelona Unveil U.S. Pop Star As New Jersey Sponsor for El Clasico vs. Real Madrid

Barcelona could be celebrating winning La Liga against Real Madrid on May 10.

Sports Illustrated

‘Major labels are trying to scoop up everything’: the chaotic future for indie music companies – and why vinyl isn’t working

As stalwarts Sub Pop and Rough Trade celebrate big anniversaries, insiders speak candidly about the challenges they face. Can streaming ever ensure their survival?

The Guardian - UK

Spotify announce Barcelona will wear limited-edition Olivia Rodrigo kits for El Clasico

Olivia Rodrigo will be Barcelona's front of shirt sponsor for Barcelona's crunch match against Real Madrid

FourFourTwo

How Taylor Swift's 2018 contract negotiations will see ALL Universal Music Group acts benefit from Spotify sale

A deal made by Taylor Swift when signing her recording contract back in 2018 will see Universal Music Group's artists profit from the record label's planned sale of their Spotify stake.

BANG Premier

I found 3 hidden Spotify features that completely changed how I listen to music

Learn which hidden Spotify settings and features improve sound quality and personalize your music experience.

Tom’s Guide

Music beyond English: seven top languages to discover new sounds

Only listening to music in English shuts doors to other rhythms, textures, sounds and especially words. It’s like only watching American films: you're gonna miss great works. Yes, Spanish‑language music is very trendy now but there’s more, so much more to discover.

Euronews

Was Spotify down? — Live updates on quick outage

Here's what we know about Spotify's ongoing issues that are preventing users from listening to their music and podcasts.

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Spotify’s Ad Slump Raises a Bigger Question Than You Think

Spotify stock is falling after weak guidance, slowing subscriber growth, and declining ad revenue raise concerns about valuation and further downside risk

Tom’s Guide

I tested ChatGPT vs Claude to build my Spotify playlists — one nailed it with much better songs

I pitted ChatGPT against Claude to see which AI tool’s implementation of Spotify produced the best playlists—one of them emerged as the better music curator

Barchart

Should You Buy the Dip in Spotify Stock Today?

Spotify stock is sinking as muted guidance tempered strong Q1 earnings. But long-term investors could buy the dip in SPOT shares today.

TechRadar

‘It is about choice — if you want to hear AI music or if you don't.’ One Spotify user got so frustrated with AI slop that they created an ‘AI blocker’, but it 'may violate Spotify's terms of service'

A Spotify user has built their own software that filters out AI-generated music from their listening experiences.

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As Peloton and Spotify Team Up, Which Stock Is the Better Buy?

Spotify and Peloton have partnered on integrating fitness content into the audio streaming app. But one of them is superior as an investment in 2026.

The Independent UK

Spotify subscribers grow despite premium price increases

The music streaming giant increased premium subscriptions to £12.99 per month

Evening Standard

Spotify grows number of paying subscribers despite price hikes

The music streaming group saw a 9% rise in the number of paying subscribers to 293 million.

TechRadar

Taylor Swift is taking legal action against the rising threat of AI misuse — here’s why the singer has filed trademark applications to protect her identity

Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications to protect her sound and image, and I think other global artists will follow.

Evening Standard

Taylor Swift applies to trademark her voice and image amid AI concerns

The filings included an image of Swift along with two audio clips of the singer introducing herself while promoting her most recent album.

The Independent UK

Taylor Swift applies to trademark voice and likeness in apparent bid to stop AI deepfakes

The move follows a similar trademark filing by actor Matthew McConaughey

Sports Illustrated

Why Do Networks Love Taking Studio Shows on the Road?

NBC announced that ‘Football Night in America’ will be on site for all games this season.

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