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Spotify Buys WhoSampled and Starts Rolling Out Full Song Credits

Two Premium features launch in early 2026 with creator previews to verify data.

Overview

  • Expanded credits now appear on mobile, listing all personnel on a track, with desktop support coming in the months ahead.
  • SongDNA will map collaborators, samples, and covers using WhoSampled’s database, and About the Song will link third‑party context in swipeable cards.
  • Both SongDNA and About the Song are slated to debut to Premium users in early 2026, initially as a Spotify for Artists Preview to check accuracy.
  • WhoSampled will remain a standalone site and says it will speed up moderation, remove display ads, and make its mobile apps and subscriptions free.
  • Spotify confirmed the deal includes the WhoSampled team and database, with terms undisclosed, and says labels and distributors will supply the expanded credits data.