Bring Me The Horizon Tease Possible US Tour in 2025 Before Taking a Break
Bring Me The Horizon might be heading back to the US for a tour in 2025, just before taking a well-deserved break. The Sheffield metal band is already set to headline Reading & Leeds...
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2024-12-06
Is Spotify Wrapped Wrapped in AI Laziness?
Before you get lost in the holiday cheer, let’s talk about another December tradition: Spotify Wrapped. Every year, millions of users eagerly await the quirky, hyper-personalized breakdown of their music habits. But this year? Let’s just say it hit a sour note. Gone are the delightful touches like “audio auras” or location-based taste quirks (“Does Vermont still vibe with my gay little playlists?”). Instead, we got... an AI-generated podcast and some cringy seasonal tropes. (“July was your Coastal Grandmother Fingerstyle Yacht Rock season”? Really?) Spotify claims no AI was involved in calculating the Wrapped metrics, but let’s not pretend the heavy reliance on generative AI for the accompanying podcast and features didn’t dampen the magic. The whimsy and personal connection—hallmarks of Wrapped—seem to have been traded for corporate efficiency. This brings us to Taylor Swift, Spotify’s reigning queen. Swift’s music is undeniably brilliant, but her partnership with AI-driven features like the "Taylor's Version Generator" only underscores the platform’s pivot toward automated, rather than authentic, experiences. When the biggest star of the year aligns with AI gimmicks, it feels less like a celebration of artistry and more like a surrender to the algorithm. Spotify’s layoffs this year—a staggering 2,300 employees—also hint at why Wrapped 2024 felt so hollow. Sure, AI can mimic creativity, but it can’t replace the real people who used to infuse Wrapped with the playfulness we loved. Music is deeply human. Whether it's Taylor crafting a bridge or you discovering a niche indie band, these moments feel personal, not programmed. So, here’s a plea to Spotify (and Taylor): Let’s dial down the AI hype and bring back the soul in music. After all, nobody wants a playlist built by a bot that doesn’t know the difference between “Coastal Grandmother Yacht Rock” and actual musical evolution.
What do you think? Do you like this AI generate post? Is music losing its human touch, or am I just being melodramatic? Let me know.
STAIMUSIC NEWS
08-02-2025
ELTON JOHN
Elton John and Brandi Carlile have announced their collaborative album, Who Believes in Angels?, set to release on April 4 via Interscope Records. The title track is now available for listening, and an album trailer has been released.
The album was created with John's longtime songwriting partner,...
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31-01-2025
THE WEEKND
The Weeknd Releases New Album Hurry Up Tomorrow
The wait is finally over! Global superstar The Weeknd has officially released his highly anticipated new album, Hurry Up Tomorrow. The record follows his historic achievement in 2024, becoming the first artist ever to have 27 songs surpass one...
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The wait is finally over! Global superstar The Weeknd has officially released his highly anticipated new album, Hurry Up Tomorrow. The record follows his historic achievement in 2024, becoming the first artist ever to have 27 songs surpass one...
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31-01-2025
JAMES BAY
JAMES BAY RELEASES NEW SINGLE SUNSHINE IN THE ROOM FEAT JON BATISTE
Three-time GRAMMY Award nominee and BRIT Award winner James Bay releases his brand-new single, Sunshine In The Room, featuring five-time GRAMMY Award winner Jon Batiste. This bold and radiant anthem sets the tone for 2025.
Sunshine...
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Three-time GRAMMY Award nominee and BRIT Award winner James Bay releases his brand-new single, Sunshine In The Room, featuring five-time GRAMMY Award winner Jon Batiste. This bold and radiant anthem sets the tone for 2025.
Sunshine...
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29-01-2025
SHAKIRA
The 2025 GRAMMYs: A Celebration or Just Another Hypocritical Show?
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards are just around the corner, promising a night of glitz, glamour, and celebrations of musical excellence. Hosted once again by Trevor Noah, the ceremony will take place on Sunday, February 2, at the...
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The 67th Annual Grammy Awards are just around the corner, promising a night of glitz, glamour, and celebrations of musical excellence. Hosted once again by Trevor Noah, the ceremony will take place on Sunday, February 2, at the...
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15-01-2025
BILLIE EILISH
Welcome to 2025: The Year of AI (and the Death of Surprise in Music?)
Happy New Year, music lovers! As we step into 2025, there’s a lot to be excited about—new albums, festivals, and the endless possibilities of sound. But there’s also a shadow looming over this brave new musical landscape:...
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Happy New Year, music lovers! As we step into 2025, there’s a lot to be excited about—new albums, festivals, and the endless possibilities of sound. But there’s also a shadow looming over this brave new musical landscape:...
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06-12-2024
TAYLOR SWIFT
Is Spotify Wrapped Wrapped in AI Laziness?
Before you get lost in the holiday cheer, let’s talk about another December tradition: Spotify Wrapped. Every year, millions of users eagerly await the quirky, hyper-personalized breakdown of their music habits. But this year? Let’s just say it...
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Before you get lost in the holiday cheer, let’s talk about another December tradition: Spotify Wrapped. Every year, millions of users eagerly await the quirky, hyper-personalized breakdown of their music habits. But this year? Let’s just say it...
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03-12-2024
LANA DEL REY
We haven't started the year yet, but we already know that Lana Del Rey will be one of the queens of concerts
Lana Del Rey, the iconic American singer-songwriter, continues to write her musical legend, establishing herself as the most successful solo artist of 2025. This milestone comes following...
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Lana Del Rey, the iconic American singer-songwriter, continues to write her musical legend, establishing herself as the most successful solo artist of 2025. This milestone comes following...
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30-11-2024
THE WEEKND
The Weeknd Ushers in a New Era with "Hurry Up Tomorrow"
The Weeknd, the most-streamed artist in the world, has just unveiled one of the most anticipated announcements in the music world. Mark your calendars—his new album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow”, will be released globally on Friday, January...
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The Weeknd, the most-streamed artist in the world, has just unveiled one of the most anticipated announcements in the music world. Mark your calendars—his new album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow”, will be released globally on Friday, January...
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27-11-2024
DRAKE
A Spotlight on Drake vs Kendrick Lamar: The Truth Behind Streaming Allegations
When two of hip-hop’s most celebrated icons clash, the world watches. Drake and Kendrick Lamar have long defined excellence in rap, but their recent feud over the diss track Not Like Us has pulled back the curtain...
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When two of hip-hop’s most celebrated icons clash, the world watches. Drake and Kendrick Lamar have long defined excellence in rap, but their recent feud over the diss track Not Like Us has pulled back the curtain...
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