Spotify just levelled up. If you’ve ever felt like your music recommendations weren’t quite hitting the mark or your playlists were a bit too random, the latest Spotify update might be just what you’ve been waiting for.
The streaming giant has rolled out a fresh batch of personalisation tools that let you take the wheel when it comes to what you hear. It’s not about completely flipping the script, but it’s enough to make your daily listening feel less like a guessing game and more like a custom soundtrack.
Here’s what’s new in your app and why it actually matters.
More power to skip the meh stuff
Let’s be honest. Not every “Discover Weekly” song is a banger. Sometimes one weird tune can throw off your whole vibe. Spotify has now introduced a feature that lets you tell the app not just what you like, but also what you don’t want shaping your recommendations.
It’s called “Exclude from your taste profile”, and it’s a simple switch you can flip for any playlist or album. So if you’re into cheesy 90s pop at the gym but don’t want that influencing your chilled evening playlist, no problem. The songs still play, but they won’t mess with your taste profile.
This move gives listeners more control without overcomplicating things. It’s like cleaning up your algorithm without deleting half your liked songs.
Smarter recommendations without the fluff
Spotify is also sharpening how it suggests new music. You might start seeing more accurate suggestions that match your mood and style, not just random trending tracks. With more refined tools behind the scenes, the app is getting better at learning what you genuinely enjoy and what’s just background noise.
That means fewer skips, more singalongs.
New blend controls for shared playlists
The Blend feature — which mashes your taste with someone else’s — now lets you fine-tune how much of you goes into the mix. You can now see how much influence you’ve had on a shared playlist and adjust the balance.
This is perfect for those “we share everything” couples or mates who have wildly different taste but still want a shared vibe.
A better look at your listening habits
Spotify is also polishing up how it shows you what you’ve been into lately. Your recently played tracks, top artists, and favourites are presented in a clearer, cleaner way, making it easier to jump back into your latest obsessions or find that song you had on repeat last week.
What’s the takeaway?
Spotify’s update isn’t about adding flashy features no one asked for. It’s about giving users a bit more say in what they hear and how their preferences are shaped. For the average listener, this means fewer off-moments and more of what actually feels right.
It’s subtle. It’s smart. And it finally feels like Spotify is listening to the listeners.
