Spotify adds selectable AI DJ voices and a reduced-commentary option

Spotify is expanding the ways Premium subscribers can customise its AI DJ, adding selectable voices and an option to reduce the commentary. The changes give listeners more control over the radio-style feature, which recommends music with spoken introductions and context.

Seven English-language personas and two Spanish-language personas are being rolled out, with styles ranging from laid back to gregarious. The English options include US, UK, Irish, Australian and Indian voices; both Spanish options are Mexican. With commentary turned off, the DJ will speak only to start a session or respond to a request to change the music. Spotify says the setting may suit occasions such as hosting a dinner party.