Spotify Brings AI-Powered Prompted Playlists to the US and Canada

Spotify launches AI-powered Prompted Playlists for Premium users in the US and Canada—create custom playlists just by describing your mood.
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Spotify Brings AI-Powered Prompted Playlists to the US and Canada
AI-Powered Prompted Playlists Hit Spotify in US and Canada Spotify is bringing its AI-powered Prompted Playlists feature to Premium subscribers in the United States and Canada as of January 2026. The tool lets users generate personalized playlists simply by typing a natural-language request—like asking a friend to curate music for you. Whether you’re craving deep cuts from an under-the-radar artist or need background tunes for a dinner party, this new capability aims to turn everyday listeners into effortless playlist creators, no music expertise required. Credit: Spotify What Are Prompted Playlists—and How Do They Work? Prompted Playlists represent Spotify’s next leap in AI-driven music discovery. Unlike earlier versions that relied on short, structured prompts (e.g., “upbeat indie rock for running”), the updated feature interprets longer, conversational requests. You can now describe nuanced listening goals—like wanting to explore a new artist you’ve barely heard or recreating the vibe …