Spotify Expands AI DJ with New Voices and Commentary Controls
Spotify launched its AI-generated DJ feature in 2023. Since then, the company has continued to add more ways for listeners to customise the experience. Most recently, Spotify announced new customisation options that give users greater control over personalised music recommendations. The latest update introduces additional AI-generated voices in English and Spanish. In addition, Spotify has added a new option that lets listeners disable the DJ’s spoken commentary between tracks.
Nine New AI DJ Voice Options
In a blog post on Tuesday, the company announced expanded customisation choices beyond the original DJ X. With the latest update, Spotify Premium listeners in markets where the DJ is available can now choose from a wider selection of voices. Spotify has added seven new English-language voices that feature different accents, including Indian, British, American, Irish, and Australian. It has also introduced two new voice options in Spanish. As a result, listeners gain more flexibility when selecting a voice that matches their preference.
Each voice carries its own distinct character. For the American options, Casey sounds laid-back and warm, Tess comes across as direct and inviting, and Lane feels youthful and positive. The Spanish voices include Nico, who sounds grounded and down-to-earth, and Fabi, who comes across as witty and friendly. Therefore, users can pick a style that fits their listening mood.
Option to Turn Off Spoken Commentary
Additionally, Spotify has introduced a setting that allows users to toggle off commentary between songs. With this feature, listeners can continue playing DJ-curated music without frequent interruptions from the AI-generated voice. The option could prove particularly useful when music plays in the background. DJ users will still hear brief acknowledgements when they start the DJ or press the DJ button.
How to Change the AI DJ Voice
Spotify Premium users in supported markets can access the new customisation options through the mobile application. They open the Spotify app and search for DJ using the search bar. Next, they open the three-dot menu to reach the available voice and commentary settings. Then they press the DJ button and select the preferred DJ voice. Listeners can also press the DJ button during playback to switch to a different genre, artist, mood, or set of recommendations. As a result, the feature becomes easier to adjust on the go.