Tag: Event Recap

Spotify Celebrates the 2026 Best New Artist Nominees During a Star-Studded Party in LA

January 30, 2026

Spotify’s annual Best New Artist celebration returned to Los Angeles last night with a one-of-a-kind tribute to the 2026 nominees. Held at The Lot at Formosa, the event delivered unforgettable performances and star-studded moments, showcasing Spotify’s commitment to championing the voices shaping the future of music.

All of this year’s nominees—Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, sombr, and The Marías—were in attendance, each performing live on a rotating stage that kept the excitement building throughout the night. 

Leon opened the night with a stellar performance of “MUTT,” followed by The Marías, who played “No One Noticed” and other hit tracks. Lola returned to the stage for an emotional take on “d£aler” before Alex led a crowd singalong of “Ordinary.”

Other standout moments included Addison’s performance of her breakout hit “Diet Pepsi,” sombr’s moving rendition of “back to friends,” KATSEYE’s electric set featuring “Gabriela,” and Olivia closing out the night with “Man I Need,” leaving the crowd buzzing.

Golden Week Nominees Night Celebrates a Podcasting Milestone

January 9, 2026

This year, podcasts are making their Golden Globes debut with a new category honoring the medium’s leading shows and creators. To mark the occasion, Spotify and The Hollywood Reporter hosted Golden Week Nominees Night in West Hollywood on Thursday, bringing together award nominees and industry leaders for an evening celebrating podcasting’s arrival on one of entertainment’s biggest stages.

The spotlight was on the inaugural Best Podcast nominees: Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard, Call Her Daddy, Good Hang with Amy Poehler (from Spotify’s The Ringer), The Mel Robbins Podcast, SmartLess, and Up First from NPR. Together, they represent some of the most influential voices shaping the podcast landscape today.

More than just a party, Nominees Night reflected Spotify’s commitment to championing audio and video storytellers and creating spaces where their voices, creativity, and achievements can shine.

“This has been a huge year for podcasts, and we wanted to take a moment to celebrate the creators and nominees who made it so special,” said Roman Wasenmüller, VP, Global Head of Podcasts, Spotify. “Partnering with The Hollywood Reporter to bring everyone together ahead of the Golden Globes felt like the perfect way to kick off awards season and recognize how far podcasting has come.”

Attendees also enjoyed live performances from artists including Chaka Khan, John Legend, and Miles Caton, and DJ sets from Mark Ronson and DJ Kiss.

A Decade of Giving: ‘Fest & Flauschig’ Christmas Circus Celebrates Record Turnout and Generosity

December 22, 2025

Event photo from the Christmas Circus

For a decade, popular German podcast Fest & Flauschig has hosted an annual Christmas Circus that brings together fans for a night of laughter, music, and giving back to those in need. On December 19, Spotify celebrated the 10th anniversary of the live podcast charity gala, “Fest & Flauschig Live: 10 von 10 – Anniversary Christmas with Jan & Olli,” with hosts Jan Böhmermann and Olli Schulz. 

The milestone night drew a record-breaking crowd of more than 12,000 to Hamburg’s Barclays Arena. So far, this year’s event has collected more than €1.1 million from over 15,000 fans, with additional donations accepted until January 18, 2026. 

Friends of the show dropped by to bring a little holiday cheer, including moderator and co-host of the podcast Zum Scheitern Verurteilt Laura Larsson, renowned gastronomer and TV personality Tim Mälzer, and comedy legend Otto Waalkes. Artist Bosse even took the stage for a live performance that lit up the arena.

Casa Spotify Celebrates Latin Music’s Biggest Week in Las Vegas

November 14, 2025

This week, Casa Spotify lit up Las Vegas with an unforgettable celebration of Latin music and culture ahead of the 26th Annual Latin Grammy Awards. Hosted at the iconic XS at Wynn, the event united artists, creators, and industry leaders for a night that pulsed with creativity, connection, and joy. More than just a gathering, Casa Spotify reflected Spotify’s unwavering mission to champion Latin artists and create spaces where their voices, culture, and achievements shine on a global stage.

Two-time Latin Grammy winner Dav Julca hosted El Palomazo, an afternoon jam session featuring Jean Rodriguez, Luck Ra, Silvana Estrada, Julia Mestre, Karen Lizarazo, and Luisa. Together, they delivered high-energy performances and captured the collective spirit at the heart of Latin music.

At The Co-Sign Experience, the spotlight turned towards Latin music’s rising stars. Attendees cast their votes for their favorite emerging artist and song, creating a hub of musical discovery that amplified new voices within the community.

Bruce Springsteen and Jeremy Allen White Unite in London for an Exclusive Spotify Conversation and Film Preview

October 15, 2025

Rock legend Bruce Springsteen and luminary actor Jeremy Allen White came together last night at Spotify’s London HQ for their first joint appearance in the UK. The exclusive event gave top Spotify fans an early look at Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, the forthcoming film that explores the creation of Springsteen’s influential 1982 album Nebraska. Nebraska itself is getting a rerelease, Nebraska ’82: Expanded Edition, timed to the movie premiere.

In an intimate conversation, Bruce and Jeremy opened up about the emotional depth of the record, the creative choices behind the film, and the connection between vulnerability and artistry. Fans in the room heard firsthand accounts of a pivotal period in The Boss’ career and how the actor approached portraying one of music’s most enduring icons.

“As you get older, you take more risks in your work and in life in general,” said Bruce on the decision to bring this chapter of his life to the big screen.“[Director] Scott [Cooper] had a really good grasp of the kind of film I’d be interested in—not a standard musical biopic, but a character-driven drama with music.”

Spotify Lends a Helping Hand to NYC Neighbors, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum

April 28, 2025

Each April, runners and walkers of all stripes gather together in Lower Manhattan for the 9/11 Memorial & Museum 5K. This race remembers those killed on September 11, 2001, and honors the service of those who bravely stepped in to help New York City recover and rebuild.  Participants on the three-mile race route follow a similar path that first responders, and rescue and recovery workers took on their way to Ground Zero on that tragic day, and in the days, weeks and months afterward. 

For this year’s event, organizers enlisted next-door neighbor Spotify (our NYC headquarters are located at 4 World Trade Center) to help. We invited Ally Love from Peloton to emcee, and popped-up a DJ booth with DJ Love Language at the starting line to pump up participants. We also tapped teen DJ Annie Red to spin for families post-run, and provided a photobooth and fun giveaways. 

“Spotify is proud to call 4 World Trade Center our NYC home. As part of this community, we recognize the profound responsibility to honor the history of our location—not just in September, but year-round,” said Dustee Jenkins, Chief Public Affairs Officer at Spotify. “This year, we are thrilled to support the 9/11 Memorial & Museum 5K with activations that will energize and inspire participants, ensuring the spirit of resilience and community continues to propel us all forward.” 

Finally, more than 25 Spotify bandmates laced up their running and walking shoes to join in the festivities.

Take a look at further highlights from the day and tune into the official 9/11 Memorial & Museum playlist on Spotify.

Spotify Celebrates Its Next Stage of Advertising in New York City

April 3, 2025

Some of the biggest names in marketing, advertising, publishing, traditional and social media, and the creative worlds gathered yesterday at Chelsea Factory in New York City to help usher in the next stage of Spotify Advertising.

During our inaugural Spotify Advance event, we showcased our commitment to modernizing our ad tech, strengthening our partnerships, and deepening our human expertise to make it easier for advertisers to buy, create, measure, and achieve clear results on Spotify’s ad platform.

Inside USHER’s Star-Studded ‘Black Box’ Event in London

April 1, 2025

USHER’s London takeover is in full swing. After kicking off his sold-out run of shows at the O2 Arena to rave reviews, the R&B icon joined forces with Spotify for a special evening at the legendary Soho venue The Box on Sunday.

The event marked the debut of “Black Box,” a variety show celebrating Black excellence in homage to the “Chitlin’ Circuit” revues of the 1950s and ’60s. 

The crowd was treated to a set list of some of USHER’s classic hits, including “Good Kisser,” “I Don’t Mind,” and “U Don’t Have to Call.” As a signature treat, the artist tossed stacks of “USH POUNDS” across the room, adding an extra layer of excitement to the night.

Spotify and Budweiser Rock Manchester With Live Music, a Tattoo Studio, Exclusive Merch, and More

December 12, 2024

Since Spotify launched AUX Live Experiences for U.S. advertisers earlier this year, brands like FanDuel and Samsung have tapped into our offering to build cultural relevance, connect with their audiences in real life, and cultivate fresh fandoms.

On Wednesday, we expanded our live-events offering to the U.K., with Budweiser as our first partner. Together, we hosted a special “Music Depot” experience at Manchester’s iconic Diecast venue, a former metalworks factory. The evening brought together more than 500 fans for an exclusive, high-energy celebration of live music and culture.

“Spotify is committed to deepening the connections between artists, brands, and fans. With AUX Live Experiences, we’ve seen that our branded live events are cultural moments that get people talking and deliver results for advertisers,” said Ed Couchman, Head of U.K. & Northern Europe Sales at Spotify. “We were excited to bring our AUX Live Experience with Budweiser to life in Manchester, offering local music fans an unforgettable experience.”

Hailing from Stockport, Greater Manchester, Blossoms headlined the event, bringing their signature indie rock to a hometown crowd. The band was supported by indie-pop duo Good Neighbours, and DJs Rowena Alice, Chaise, and Tinea Taylor spun sets throughout the evening.

Spotify Celebrates Creators and New Creator Offerings in L.A.

November 13, 2024

Some of the world’s top creators descended on Spotify’s Los Angeles campus earlier today for Now Playing, where we unveiled a series of new offerings aimed at helping them better monetize their video podcasts on Spotify and deepen their relationships with audiences.

Among the guests who heard from Spotify leaders and mingled with our partnerships and product team members were Drew Afualo, Emma Chamberlain, Bailey Sarian, Haliey Welch, Jay Shetty, Chris Williamson, Josh Richards, Colin Rosenblum and Samir Chaudry, Zach Justice and Jared Bailey, Don Lemon, Anna Sitar, Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal, and Andrew Huberman.

Following a keynote from Spotify CEO and founder Daniel Ek and Co-President Gustav Söderström, creators were invited to attend panels that dove deeper into their business opportunities on Spotify.

Creators and Storytellers Shine Bright at Spotify Stream On

February 22, 2021

At Stream On, Spotify founder and CEO Daniel Ek was joined by artists, podcasters, and other notable storytellers. We’d like to thank these guests—from all over the world, both established and emerging—for participating in our virtual event earlier today. 

Visit here for more on our commitment to empowering creators—the new, the rising, and the icons—around the world using our unparalleled data, insights, and powerful platform.

Up Close at Spotify’s ‘Tokyo Super Hits Live 2020’ Virtual Concert

December 4, 2020

Photo credit: THINGS

From RapCaviar to iViva Latino! and A1, Spotify’s flagship playlists help listeners around the world fall in love with new artists from across genres. These playlists—and the live events that come out of them—have helped artists both broaden their bases and connect more closely with fans old and new. Recently, our Tokyo Super Hits! playlist has paved the way for J-pop, delivering the great works of Japanese pop artists to global audiences. 

Last week we brought Tokyo Super Hits! to even more listeners through Tokyo Super Hits Live 2020, a virtual livestreamed concert for J-pop fans around the world. Hundreds of thousands of people across the U.S., Canada, Australia, Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, and Indonesia tuned in for a three-hour livestream of performances and commentary from some of the biggest names in J-pop.

The seven artists who performed at the event included established creators like ARASHI, Perfume, End of the World, and [Alexandros], and emerging Early Noise artists like Vicke Blanka, Vaundy, and Macaroni Empitsu. During their sets, each act was surrounded by onstage effects such as LED panels, confetti, fireworks, laser beams, and rotating mirrors to create a feast for viewers’ eyes as well as ears. 

That evening, the event became the number one trending hashtag (#TokyoSuperHits) on Twitter in Japan and kept its position throughout the event as fans watched from their computers and smartphones and millions checked out the microsite.

Check out some close-up shots of Tokyo Super Hits Live 2020.