Spotify reportedly targets 2027 launch for AI remix service

Spotify is reportedly targeting the first quarter of 2027 to launch an opt-in AI service that would let paying subscribers create remixes and covers of existing songs, with a possible unveiling around the Grammy Awards in February. The launch window and a potential extra monthly charge remain unconfirmed and subject to change. The service would allow users to alter a participating artist’s song, such as changing its style or making it sound as though another artist performed it. Under the proposed model, royalties from fan-created versions would flow to the original artists. Spotify is also developing a system to include remixes in playlists, and plays could count toward the original songs in its charts, according to people familiar with the plans. Spotify is considering charging an additional $4 to $5 per month on top of a Premium subscription, according to the same reporting. The company has not confirmed the proposed price or launch schedule. Spotify has described the product publicly as a paid Premium add-on but has not announced those details. The feature is intended for artists and songwriters who choose to participate. A label’s licensing agreement with Spotify would...