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Apple Music Expands DJ Capabilities with New Integration and 'DJ with Apple Music' Launch

The platform now connects with leading DJ software and hardware, offering access to its 100-million-song catalog and curated resources for DJs of all levels.

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PARIS, FRANCE - APRIL 08: In this photo illustration, the logo of the music streaming platform Apple Music is displayed on the screen of an iPhone on April 08, 2019 in Paris, France. The number of paying subscribers to the music streaming service of Apple Music has for the first time exceeded that of Spotify customers in the US. The two platforms now have 28 and 26 million paying users, respectively, sources told the Wall Street Journal. (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Apple Music has integrated with DJ platforms like Algoriddim, Serato, AlphaTheta, and more, enabling DJs to mix using its extensive music catalog.
  • The newly launched 'DJ with Apple Music' initiative includes a dedicated category page with curated playlists, partner pages, and practice materials.
  • This expansion builds on Apple Music's 2021 DJ Mixes program, which brought thousands of DJ sets to the platform and addressed royalty payments using Shazam's technology.
  • A subscription is required to access Apple Music's catalog for use with the integrated DJ tools, catering to both professional and aspiring DJs.
  • The move positions Apple Music in competition with platforms like SoundCloud and Spotify, which have also introduced tools for DJs and remix creators.