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Spotify adds AI remix tool with Merlin partnership

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Spotify announced a new AI-powered tool for creating covers and remixes of participating artists’ music. The service will require artist opt-in, credit, and compensation.

Spotify said Merlin, which represents more than 30,000 independent labels and distributors, has joined Universal Music Group in backing its upcoming AI-powered remix and covers product.2 The paid tool will let fans create AI-generated covers and remixes of participating artists’ music.2 The tool will ensure artists opt in, receive credit, and are compensated.2

Spotify announced that it now has 300 million Premium subscribers.1 Spotify stated its Premium subscriber count is three times more than Apple Music.1

Why it matters

  • Merlin is a global rights agency representing over 30,000 independent labels and distributors, including artists and rights holders outside major label systems.2

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  1. 1

    Engadget · US

    Spotify just hit 300 million Premium subscribers

    Aug 4, 2026

  2. 2

    TechCrunch · US

    Spotify expands AI remix and covers project with Merlin partnership

    Aug 4, 2026

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