Spotify’s Mix tool will let you DJ your playlists
It could change how more than 600 million Spotify users listen to music.
For years, Spotify has told you what to listen to. Now, it wants you to decide how it flows.
The streaming giant quietly rolled out Mix, a new audio tool that lets Premium users blend tracks in their playlists. Auto mode handles seamless transitions, while manual controls let you tweak volume, EQ, and effect curves, guided by waveform and beat data. Essentially, it’s a stripped-down DJ kit built right into your playlists — no decks required.
For casual listeners, that means smoother fades and risers, making party playlists or road-trip soundtracks feel more alive. If you’re an aspiring DJ, it’s a low-pressure playground to practice skills before diving into software like Logic Pro or Audacity. Spotify has also added a social angle: Premium users can co-create mixed playlists, producing shared soundtracks you can toggle on or off anytime.
The feature is still in beta, and access varies by region. Even in the UK, some subscribers report they can’t see it yet. But with Spotify’s reach, over 615 million monthly active users, even a slow rollout could turn Mix into a global staple.
Apple Music is preparing its own Automix feature in iOS 26, which automatically creates DJ-style transitions across your library. But Spotify’s playlist-specific approach gives you more control over individual mixes, making it a better fit if you like to tinker with transitions yourself.
At first glance, Mix might seem like a party trick. But it signals something bigger: Spotify is blurring the line between listener and creator. First came algorithmic curation, then AI DJs, and now real mixing tools. Playlists aren’t just queues anymore; they’re canvases. And the next time someone hands you the aux cable, remember that you’re not just picking songs; you also have the power to shape how it’s experienced.
Louis Eriakha
