A Lifelong Journey with Spotify

Since receiving my invite back in 2008, I’ve been riding the waves of Spotify’s ever-evolving platform. In a time when an invite was the only ticket to this musical wonderland, I switched between Spotify and my local music library, until it became clear: Spotify was here to stay! With a subscription up to around 17 Euros for Spotify Duo, I’ve made it my mission to extract every ounce of value from my experience. Here are five game-changing tricks to elevate your Spotify journey!

1. Fine-Tune Your Recommendations!

Spotify’s recommendation algorithm is a double-edged sword; while it introduces you to new favorites, it sometimes suggests tunes you simply want to forget. Here’s how to take back control!

Hide Unwanted Songs from Playlists

If a song ruins your vibe during a playlist session, simply tap the three dots next to it and select 'Hide in this playlist'. For extra assurance, mark 'Don’t suggest this song anywhere for 30 days' to keep it at bay in other playlists!

Block Artists You Don’t Want to Hear!

Tired of relentless recommendations for that artist you heard once but don’t want to revisit? Head to their profile, tap the three dots, and choose 'Don’t play this artist'! This will give you a sigh of relief as their music is banished from your recommendations.

2. Master the Shuffle