Spotify now testing official Apple Watch app

An official Spotify app for Apple Watch users has been long overdue, but it looks like we may be seeing one sooner than you think. Neither Spotify nor Apple have revealed anything publicly about the app launch or its features, but here’s what we know so far: According to beta testers of the Spotify iOS app, limited […]

Deezer partners with Manchester Arena and The SSE Hydro in Glasgow

Deezer announces its latest venue partnership with not one but two of the UK’s biggest and busiest venues. The France based streaming platform will now act as the exclusive streaming partner at Manchester Arena and Glasgow’s SSE Hydro. Deezer is set to launch a selection of specially curated content from artists appearing at the arena […]

DAX partners on new original scripted drama from Global

DAX, the digital audio arm of Global, announced that it is the exclusive distribution and monetization partner for an audio drama titled America 2.0. The serial political drama, an original podcast from Global, is co-created by J.S. Mayank and David Carlyle. It stars Hollywood talents Laurence Fishburne and Patrick J. Adams, and is directed by Mayank. […]

Spotify’s next global move is coming

A flurry of news reports has suggested that Spotify plans to launch across the Middle East and North Africa in November, with a new regional headquarters based in Dubai. Spotify has not responded to requests for comments on the stories, but eagle-eyed reporters have noticed that Spotify has started to recruit for positions in Dubai, […]

Deezer finds most listeners stop discovering new music at age 30

Promoting new music is a key focus of any music business. But interestingly according to Deezer, the average listener stops listening to new music at just 30 years. The music streaming service surveyed 1,000 Brits about their listening habits and music tastes. The survey highlighted that the peak age for discovering new music was age […]