I’ve been using ChatGPT as my own personal Spotify DJ — here’s how I did it I've been using AI to make Spotify playlists, and ChatGPT has given me some of the best new music to try out. Tom’s Guide · Mar 29
I went to Spotify’s new Listening Lounge in London, and its bespoke audio setup is a reminder that stereo is forever — and I just know music fans are going to love it Spotify's London HQ is the home of the company's first Listening Lounge, and I experienced it first-hand. TechRadar · Mar 28
Giant horn speakers, a Bluesound streamer, and Bryston power amps: inside the new Spotify Listening Lounge designed to showcase lossless audio Spotify's dedicated Listening Lounge in London features a spectacular sound system for "deeper, intentional listening sessions" for artists and fans What Hi-Fi? · Mar 27
Meghan Markle Branded 'Boring' As Expert Savages Duchess's New Lifestyle Business Journalist Marina Hyde has savaged Meghan Markle's As Ever lifestyle brand as 'b******t' and 'boring', arguing on her podcast that the Duchess and Prince Harry keep recycling the same royal‑exit story. International Business Times UK · Mar 27
Meghan Markle 'Disappointed' She Would Never Be Queen, Royal Biographer Claims Meghan Markle is back at the centre of a royal storm after Tom Bower's new book revived claims about her influence on Prince Harry and her standing within the family. International Business Times UK · Mar 27
Kanye West releases new album Bully in full on livestream after denying AI use Controversial rapper, 48, samples The Supremes, Stevie Wonder and other artists on new album The Independent UK · Mar 27
The Kinks star Dave Davies says Moby made 'clumsy mistake' in Lola comments The Kinks star Dave Davies has declared Moby made "a clumsy mistake" by slamming the band's song Lola as "gross and transphobic" - insisting there is "nothing nasty" about the lyrics. BANG Premier · Mar 27
Spotify's latest feature shows you where that brain worm sample you love came from Spotify has a new feature called SongDNA that will tell you all about who was involved in creating a song you love, or hate. T3 · Mar 27
Fcukers: Ö review – hyped Harry Styles-supporting NYC hedonists have the hooks to merit the hoopla The duo’s snotty nonchalance may capture the post-Brat zeitgeist, but their true appeal lies in a talent for turning vintage dance influences into pointed modern pop The Guardian - UK · Mar 26
Plastic-free cutting boards and $17 bike lights: 11 things you loved in March As winter habits thawed, you leaned into brighter bike rides, kitchen upgrades and better sleep The Guardian - US · Mar 25
It Seems Everyone Is Watching Sports These Days Leagues and networks have seen significant increases in ratings across the board. Sports Illustrated · Mar 25
Spotify's new SongDNA feature reveals the "complex web of people, stories and inspirations" behind each song Now rolling out in beta to Premium users worldwide, SongDNA is an interactive map that lets you explore a song's collaborators, samples, interpolations and covers MusicRadar · Mar 25
It's in the SongDNA: an 'immersive' Spotify test that lets you discover everyone involved Spotify's Premium test, SongDNA, lets you crawl across a vast web of everyone involved in making your favorite track. Android Central · Mar 25
MLB Play-by-Play Broadcaster on Postseason Shutout: ‘It Never Stops Being Painful’ SNY’s Gary Cohen reveals the worst part of his job as the television voice of the Mets. Sports Illustrated · Mar 24
TechRadar · Mar 24 Spotify takes its first major step in tackling AI slop — now artists can review and approve what music appears on their profile Artist Protection Profile gives artists an active role in reviewing what music releases appear in their name.
Bored Panda · Mar 23 Lily Allen Follows Up Scandalous Divorce By Showing Off Plastic Surgery In New Lingerie Campaign Lily Allen posed for a sultry lingerie photoshoot after opening up about plastic surgery, a possible BBL, and a comeback after heartbreak.
TechRadar · Mar 23 I switched back to earbuds after using headphones for three years — here’s what I have and haven’t missed From travel convenience to overall aesthetics, here are three things I've missed with using earbuds — and three things I haven't.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 23 NCAA Tournament Broadcasting Notes and Thoughts A rising star, notable absences and a legend’s legendary performance have highlighted CBS and Turner’s coverage.
BANG Premier · Mar 23 Moby slammed by Dave Davies after calling The Kinks’ Lola lyrics transphobic Dave Davies has hit back at Moby’s claim that The Kinks’ classic Lola contains “gross and transphobic” lyrics, defending his brother Sir Ray and sharing support from trans musician Jayne County.
Tom’s Guide · Mar 22 I’ve been testing Spotify’s generative AI to make my playlists — and it’s redefining my music taste I’m a playlist connoisseur, and after trying Spotify’s AI playlists beta, I’m worried we’re losing the romance of playlists.
Woman & Home · Mar 21 A second tell-all for Harry and Meghan? Our royal editor wonders if a financial crisis could mean more secrets A royal editor questions if Harry and Meghan’s soaring costs - reportedly around £5M a year - could lead to another autobiography
International Business Times UK · Mar 21 First Music Streaming Fraud Case: North Carolina Man Faces Jail and £6.5 Million Fine for Using AI and Bots A North Carolina man has pleaded guilty in the first criminal music streaming fraud case, agreeing to repay £6.5 million for using AI and bots to generate and stream thousands of songs, defrauding legitimate artists.
The Times of India · Mar 21 Billion-stream ‘ghost artist’ exposed: North Carolina man pleads guilty in first-ever AI music fraud case, forfeits $8.1M It is a feat most Grammy winners never achieve: billions of streams across the world’s largest platforms. But for Michael Smith, a 54-year-old North Carolina resident, the "fans" didn't exist. They were lines of code, and the music was "AI slop."
Evening Standard · Mar 21 Betrayal by Tom Bower review: Merciless, but Meghan might have the last word On every front — Netflix, Spotify, jam retailing — the income is drying up
Tom’s Guide · Mar 20 Spotify 'Exclusive Mode' brings hi-fi audio to your desktop: here's how to enable it Spotify is giving audiophiles a new exclusive mode that enables hi-fi audio when using the desktop version of the music streaming service.