Spotify Coverage

Third-party apps can help you saved those beloved music playlists
If you've considered canceling your subscription to Spotify in recent weeks -- you aren't alone. Traffic to the music streaming service's page on cancelations was up nearly 200 percent following accusations of COVID-19 misinformation being spread on the platform.

Joe Rogan slurs 'incredibly hurtful' but he won't be silenced, Spotify CEO says
Daniel Ek, the chief executive of Spotify, addressed Joe Rogan's past use of racial slurs on Sunday night, telling staff in a memo that while he found the comments "incredibly hurtful" and inconsistent with company values, he did not believe "silencing" the podcaster was the answer.

Joe Rogan defending himself on social media after allegations of COVID-19 misinformation
Joe Rogan is defending himself in an Instagram post while vowing to try harder to offer more balance on his podcast amid growing protests facing Spotify over Covid-19 misinformation.

Spotify on Joe Rogan controversy: 'Trying to balance creative expression with safety'
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek addressed the controversy around comedian and podcast host Joe Rogan on Wednesday, saying that the company is "trying to balance creative expression with the safety of our users."

Spotify adding content advisory on podcasts that discuss COVID-19
Spotify is adding a content advisory message before podcasts that discuss COVID-19 such as 'The Joe Rogan Experience.'

Artists vs. Spotify: Will moves to counter Covid-19 misinformation placate critics?
Spotify responded to criticism it has received regarding Covid-19 content Sunday after a number of prominent artists said they will leave the platform if it continues to host comedian Joe Rogan, whose podcast has spread misleading and inaccurate claims about vaccines and the virus. But will that be enough to placate critics?

Joni Mitchell says she will follow Neil Young by removing her music from Spotify due to vaccine misinformation
Singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell said she will remove her music from Spotify, following controversy over vaccine misinformation hosted on the streaming platform.

Where's Spotify HiFi premium? Users want to know
Spotify users waiting to learn when the service's delayed "HiFi" premium audio service will materialize currently remain none the wiser, after the company responded noncommittally to requests for more information on its user community forums.

Spotify increasing pricing for several plans
The music streaming service has started notifying users via email about a rise in prices.

Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen launch Spotify podcast
'Renegades: Born in the USA,' will span eight episodes with the first two episodes released alongside the announcement.

Springsteen, Obama team up for podcast 'Renegades: Born in the USA' - watch the video
Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen have teamed up to host a new podcast about masculinity, race, fatherhood and their professional and personal journeys.

Spotify's embrace of podcasts, high-profile talent is a winner, says Wall Street
Wall Street has applauded Spotify's charge into podcasting — and the streaming service's stable of formidable talent is only growing.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle land podcast deal
Spotify announced a partnership with the couple's new audio production company, Archewell Audio.

Spotify releases top performers on its platform for 2020
Spotify released its #2020Wrapped report, highlighting the top creators of the year.

Spotify soars past 300 million monthly active users
Spotify revealed in its latest earnings release that it now has 320 million monthly active users.

Spotify acquires popular commedian Joe Rogan's 'Experience' podcast
Spotify will soon be the exclusive home to one of the biggest podcasts in the world.

Build a music playlist for your pet with Spotify
Based on what type of pet you own, 'Spotify for Pets' will make a list of tunes.

Talking Tech: Apple responds to tracking locations
WRAL's Brian Shrader explains the latest headlines in technology news.

Big Tech talkers include Amazon, Microsoft and Spotify
Apple grabbed a lot of attention this week, but more big tech events are coming this fall.