Spotify-powered DJ event "Mix With Spotify": Is a wide release imminent?

Spotify's latest feature, "Mix With Spotify," has generated buzz in the music industry, with concerns about its potential impact on musicians' earnings resurfacing.

The tool, available in a beta version since August 19, 2025, allows premium subscribers to experiment with DJ-style mixing. It also offers users the ability to optically individualize playlists using covers, labels, and stickers.

While the feature is expected to be officially available soon in 2025, no exact release date has been announced yet. One of the anticipated uses for this tool is in private contexts, such as weddings, where it could save costs by replacing the need for an expensive DJ.

However, it's important to note that Spotify's licenses only cover private use, not public performances, such as in clubs, events, or livestreams. For such performances, a valid performance license is required, with the organizer typically responsible for paying the GEMA fee.

The question of whether "Mix With Spotify" will impact musicians' royalties remains unanswered. Traditionally, professional DJ music products are paid for, ensuring artists earn from their music, unlike Spotify's streaming model.

This debate about musicians' earnings is not new. For years, Spotify's payment system has been criticized, and this latest development could reignite the discussion.

As "Mix With Spotify" moves closer to its official release, the music industry will be watching closely to see how this tool impacts the earnings of musicians and the broader landscape of music streaming.