Spotify aims to launch AI remix service in early 2027

Spotify is set to launch an AI-driven music remix service in early 2027, allowing users to create their own versions of songs, including remixes and covers. The service, which will be available to paid subscribers, may debut in February 2027, around the Grammy Awards. A fee of $4 to $5 per month is under consideration. The company is negotiating with Sony Music and Warner Music to secure the necessary rights. Spotify has already reached agreements with Universal Music Group, Merlin, and Believe. The service will let users remix existing tracks, with royalties going back to the original artists. Spotify is also developing a system to integrate these remixes into playlists and track their performance. Spotify’s CEO, Gustav Söderström, has urged veteran artists to embrace the technology to expand their revenue streams. He highlighted that fans can now remix and cover songs, increasing the artist’s share of streaming royalties. Despite some artist resistance, the service represents a key test for the music industry’s ability to monetize AI-generated content. Spotify has been working with Universal Music to secure artist permissions, though securing top-tier stars remains a challenge. The project was first announced in May 2026, with a final launch date pending.