Spotify is giving its AI DJ a big personality upgrade. Starting today, Premium listeners can pick from nine new voices in English and Spanish, each with its own style and accent. You can also switch off most of the DJ’s commentary so the music just keeps playing.
What’s New in the Spotify AI DJ Update
The DJ launched in 2023 with a single voice, known as X, which was based on recordings of a real Spotify employee. X is staying put. The new voices join him as extra options rather than replacing him.
The lineup adds seven English voices with American, British, Irish, Australian and Indian accents. There are also two new Spanish voices. Those two become the only Spanish options, replacing the earlier voice called Livi, according to reporting on the launch.
Meet the new DJ voices
Spotify describes each voice with a short personality sketch. Here is the full roster.
| Voice | Accent | Personality |
|---|---|---|
| Casey | US | Laid-back and warm with a slight drawl |
| Tess | US | Direct but inviting, with an edge |
| Lane | US (Southern) | Younger, upbeat energy |
| Sam | Australian | Fun and easygoing |
| Nell | British | Mellow and deeply knowledgeable |
| Declan | Irish | Passionate, a bit of a music nerd |
| Nisha | Indian | Inviting with contagious energy |
| Nico | Mexican Spanish | Down to earth and present |
| Fabi | Mexican Spanish | Witty and friendly |
Less Talk, More Music
The second change may matter even more to some listeners. Normally the DJ introduces each set and explains why it picked certain songs. Now you can toggle that commentary off.
With commentary off, you will still hear a quick acknowledgment when you start the DJ or tap the DJ button to change the vibe. Otherwise, it is just music. Spotify pitches this for moments like a dinner party, where you want a steady soundtrack without a voice cutting into the conversation.
How to Change Your Spotify AI DJ Voice
Switching voices only takes a few taps on your phone. Here is how to do it:
- Open the Spotify app on your mobile device and search for “DJ.”
- Tap the three-dot menu.
- Pick the voice you like and choose your commentary setting.
- Press play, and tap the DJ button any time to jump to a new genre, artist or mood.
The update starts rolling out November 10 to Premium users in markets where the DJ already works. That covers more than 95 markets, with the DJ supported in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Brazilian Portuguese.
Why Spotify Is Doubling Down on Its DJ
The DJ is one of Spotify’s most-used AI features. The company says 80% of DJ listeners come back to it week after week. Outside reporting puts its reach at more than 94 million Premium listeners.
Spotify has been adding AI across its app, from prompt-based playlists to a chat assistant for music and links with outside assistants like ChatGPT and Claude. Giving the DJ swappable voices brings it closer to how people already customize other AI assistants. It also shows streaming apps competing on how their AI feels, not just what it recommends.
Not every music fan is thrilled about AI in streaming, though. Spotify has faced criticism over AI slop recommendations, and rivals have added tools like a Deezer AI filter and YouTube Music labels for AI-made tracks.
What This Means for You
If you pay for Spotify Premium, this is a free upgrade worth a quick look. A few tips:
- Try a couple of voices before settling, since the personality changes how the DJ’s picks feel.
- Turn commentary off for parties, workouts or focus time when you want background music.
- Keep it on if you like learning why a song was chosen, which is what makes the DJ different from a playlist.
- Check that your app is updated if you do not see the options yet, as rollouts can take a few days.
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Sources
Primary source: Spotify’s DJ voices announcement. Additional reporting from TechCrunch.
Conclusion
Spotify’s AI DJ now comes with nine new voices across English and Spanish, each with its own personality, plus a simple switch to cut down on chatter. The original X voice stays, while the Spanish lineup gets a full refresh. The update is rolling out now to Premium users in more than 95 markets. It is a small but smart change that lets you shape the DJ around how you actually listen.
