Spotify for Podcasters analytics dashboard officially launches
Spotify for Podcasters has officially launched. The analytics hub has been in beta since October 2018, and it is now open to all podcasters. Continue Reading
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Spotify enters promotional deal with AT&T
Spotify has launched a new partnership with AT&T. This deal will make Spotify’s paid service available as one of the options for a free entertainment subscription through the Unlimited &More Premium wireless plan. Continue Reading
Daniel Ek on podcasting, audiobooks, global ambition, and competitors
As if often the case, much of the interesting content during Spotify’s Q2 earnings call this week transpired during the investor Q&A. There, CEO Daniel Ek and Head of Investor Relations Paul Vogel spoke of the company’s global ambitions, how podcasting is shaking out for Spotify, and a mention of audiobooks. Click through for quotes. Continue Reading
Spotify reaches 108 million subscribers, inches closer to profitability with Q2 results
Spotify’s second quarter financial results included notable growth in both its monthly active users and its subscriber base. The company now boasts 232 million monthly active users, up 29% on-year, and 108 million subscribers, a lift of 31% from the year-ago period. Continue Reading
A departure and a promotion at Spotify
Spotify’s personnel changes continue, with news today of another exit from the ranks along with a promotion for regional management. Continue Reading
Will Page is the latest Spotify exec to leave the company
Another longtime member of Spotify’s leadership is leaving the company. Will Page is planning to exit his post of chief economist for the streaming service later this summer. He has been with Spotify since 2012. Continue Reading
Spotify up to 2 million users in India
Spotify is reaching a larger international audience, and is seeing particular success in India. Cecilia Qvist, head of global markets, shared some insights about the company’s global growth during a conference in Hong Kong. Continue Reading
Triton Webcast Metrics for March: Stream listening nudges upward
Stream listening gained about 2% month-over-month in March, according to the Triton Digital Webcast Metrics Top 20 Ranker. Pandora, leader of the pack, gained three percent from January, to move above 2-million average active sessions for the first time since last August. Continue Reading
Spotify offers Lite app for 36 countries with limited connectivity
Spotify introduced a new version of its app specifically designed for regions with limited or weak mobile coverage. Spotify Lite is available as a free download for Android devices in 36 markets around the world. Continue Reading
Spotify hires former VICE exec as global creative director
Spotify has hired Cameron Farrelly as its new global creative director. In this capacity, he will oversee the creative vision for artist and music marketing, along with developing campaigns, activations, and original intellectual property. Continue Reading
Brian Benedik to depart as Spotify’s Global Head of Revenue
RAIN News has confirmed that Brian Benedik, currently VP and Global Head of Revenue at Spotify, will leave the company at the end of September. The departure is wholly Benedik’s decision, and the company is starting a search for his successor. Continue Reading
Spotify brings home the Bacon with new original podcast from Funny Or Die
Spotify has a new exclusive podcast on the horizon, and its tapping well-known talents yet again. The upcoming show is called I’m Gonna Be Kevin Bacon, and Kevin Bacon will be in the story playing himself. Continue Reading