Hi Spotify Community,
I’m here to share my thoughts on the new AI DJ feature and suggest a game-changing improvement that could make it feel less robotic and much more human.
When the AI DJ gets it right, it’s fantastic—it delivers a lineup that feels deeply personalized and in tune with my vibe. But when it doesn’t, it becomes a source of daily frustration. Here’s where things fall apart and how we could fix it together:
The Problem
Unwanted Genres Keep Coming Back:
I live in Spain, but I’m not a fan of Latin hits. Despite skipping them daily, the AI keeps serving them up like clockwork. It’s as if the AI isn’t listening to me.
No Way to Give Direct Feedback:
I wish I could simply tell the AI, “Hey, I don’t like this genre,” or “More of this, less of that.” Right now, the only feedback mechanisms are skips and the DJ button to shuffle the genre, which clearly aren’t enough to teach the AI.
The Vision: Talk to the AI DJ Like a Real DJ
Imagine if we could actually talk to the AI DJ—just like having a conversation with a human DJ spinning tracks for us.
A long press on the DJ button would bring it up in an interactive manner so we can actually talk to it to set our preferences and provide feedback.
Here’s what it could look like:
Real-Time Feedback:
Let us say, “I don’t like this genre,” “Avoid Latin hits,” or “Play more jazz.” The AI would process this in real-time and adjust the playlist accordingly.
Prohibit Genres or Artists:
Allow users to explicitly ban certain genres or artists from their playlists. This would prevent the AI from pushing music we actively dislike.
Guided Discovery:
If I’m exploring new sounds, I could say, “Introduce me to more underground indie,” or “Play something upbeat from the ’80s.”
Conversational Prompts:
By integrating LLM technology, the AI DJ could ask clarifying questions:
- “Got it, no more Latin hits. Would you like more of your usual favorites or explore a different genre?”
- “Understood! Do you want to dive deeper into this artist?”
Why This Matters
This isn’t just about fixing frustration; it’s about making the AI DJ feel human. A DJ’s magic lies in their ability to read the room and respond to feedback. Spotify’s AI DJ has the potential to do this—and more—but it needs to let users be part of the conversation.
Let’s create an AI DJ that’s not just a playlist generator but a true companion in our music journey.
Does this resonate with anyone else? Would you use these features if they were available?
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
Cheers!