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SPOTIFY AI DJ EXPANDS TO FOUR NEW LANGUAGES

AI DESK1 MIN READ
THU, MAY 7, 2026

Spotify's AI DJ feature now supports French, German, Italian, and Brazilian Portuguese. The expansion reaches premium users across more than 75 markets.

Spotify continues rolling out its AI DJ feature globally, adding four major European and South American languages to the platform. The AI-powered DJ—which creates personalized audio experiences for listeners—is now accessible in French, German, Italian, and Brazilian Portuguese alongside existing language support. The feature generates custom playlists and commentary tailored to individual listening habits. Premium subscribers in over 75 markets can access the tool, representing a significant expansion from its initial rollout. This move aligns with Spotify's broader push into AI-generated content. The platform recently enabled AI agents to create personalized podcasts, signaling the company's commitment to AI-driven audio experiences. The language expansion addresses demand from European and Latin American markets, where Spotify maintains substantial user bases. The addition of Brazilian Portuguese particularly targets one of the platform's key regions for growth.

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