How to DJ with Spotify?

Part 1: Which DJ Apps Do Work with Spotify ?

DJ can make us go wild on our regular days, and rock the floor with our dancing at weddings, festivals, parties, or clubs. By blending different music and beats, DJs have earned a spot in many music lovers' top playlists, becoming the first option for fun and entertainment.

Unfortunately, starting July 1, 2020, Spotify will no longer work with third-party DJ apps. The news was announced by Algoriddim, the developer of the popular DJ software Djay for iOS. Before 2020, you could connect your Spotify account and DJ software to have access to millions of tracks to deliver great DJ mixes, but unfortunately, this method no longer works. Luckily, we found some DJ software that works with Spotify:

-Mixonset

The founders of Mixonset are Zeyu Li and Boris But, who combined their artificial intelligence research and DJ expertise to invent the Mixonset algorithm. Mixonset is well-known among all DJs and can be integrated with music services such as Spotify, SoundCloud, Apple Music, or Tidal to provide users with intelligent mixing, shortening songs, seamless transitions, and other functions.

-Pacemaker

Pacemaker DJ app is a music mixing app that allows you to create and share your mixes using Spotify or Apple Music tracks. You can use Pacemaker's AI DJ technology to automatically blend songs, or you can manually adjust the effects, loops, and beats to customize your mix. However, you can use Spotify on the app if you haven’t updated the app since 2020.

-JQBX

JQBX is a DJ app that lets you listen to music with your friends or strangers in real-time. You can join or create rooms where you can take turns playing songs, vote for your favorites, and chat with other listeners. JQBX integrates with Spotify and requires a Spotify Premium subscription. JQBX is available for iOS, Android, macOS, and web browsers. You can download the app from the App Store or Google Play, or visit their website to learn more.

-Serato DJ

Serato DJ is a DJ software that enables DJs to control and modify music on a PC or laptop. It has many functions and tools that assist DJs in making smooth changes, adding effects, looping songs, and more. Serato DJ works with different types of hardware devices and connects with music streaming platforms, letting DJs use and mix songs from their online music collections.

Part 2: Methods to DJ with Spotify

Method 1: DJ with Spotify AI DJ Mode

Spotify introduced its AI DJ Mode in February 2023, changing the way people listen to music. DJ has been the most popular Spotify topic on social media among users since it came out. It uses sophisticated algorithms that study users' listening patterns and preferences and deliver them songs that match their likes. This allows users to easily make customized and smooth playlists without wasting time finding and choosing songs.

1.1 How to Find Spotify AI DJ Mode?

To enjoy Spotify AI DJ Mode, you need to have a Premium subscription and update the app to the newest version. After updating the app, open it, and the feature will show up in the "Made For You" section if it is ready. If you can't find it immediately, don't worry. AI DJ Mode is rolled out gradually. It was launched in February 2023 for fans in the US and Canada. Users in the UK and Ireland got access in May. Since August, the feature is open to users in markets across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.

1.2 How to Enable Spotify DJ Mode?

AI DJ is available on mobile ends and desktop ends. Below are the detailed guides on enabling Spotify AI DJ Mode on mobiles and desktops.

-On the mobile

Step 1: Open the Spotify app on your mobile devices.

Step 2: On the homepage, tap on the Music tab at the top of the screen to view only your music feed

Step 3: Scroll down to see the blue DJ card, then tap it.

-On the desktop

Step 1: Open the Spotify app on your desktop devices.

Step 2: The AI DJ Mode is in the library on the left sidebar, scroll through the library to find it.

Step 3: Find the AI DJ feature, then click it to start listening.

1.3 How to Use Spotify DJ Mode?

Step 1: Tap on the DJ banner or tile to get started.

Step 2: The DJ will give a brief commentary and then play a song curated just for you. You can also change between songs.

Step 3: To switch the vibe of your playlist, press the DJ button in the lower right corner of the screen. The DJ will create a new playlist with a different vibe.

1.4 How to Find Spotify DJ Mode if it’s not Showing Up? ⚙

Spotify DJ can be found in the music feed on the home screen. If it is not showing up, the following methods may solve it:

1. Make sure your Spotify account is up-to-date. You can check for the latest version by searching for the app in the App Store, or if on desktop, searching for the app in Spotify itself below your profile picture.

2. Make sure you have a Spotify Premium subscription. Because the AI DJ feature is exclusively available to Premium subscribers, If you're not a premium subscriber, you won't have access to this feature.

3. Re-check that your account has the AI DJ feature enabled. Access your account Settings, navigate to the Playback section, and make sure the AI DJ option is turned on.

4. Sign out of your Spotify account and sign back in to help refresh your account settings and grant access to new features.

5. Currently, the feature is available in some regions. As of September 2023, the feature is available in 50 countries and territories in Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America/Caribbean. If you are not in the above areas, you can change the IP or location through a VPN before using it.

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Method 2: DJ with Spotify on Any DJ Software

If you are not interested in the apps recommended above and want to process Spotify music into DJ on the apps you want, then the following tool can meet your needs well.

NoteCable Spotify Music Converter is designed to professionally download Spotify tracks, playlists, albums and podcasts in plain formats including MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, and ALAC. After downloading, you will get audio files without quality loss, and you can upload these files to any device you like for playing or processing, such as DJ software, MP3 players, computers, etc. This tool works with Spotify Free or Spotify Premium.

The Tool You Need:

Step 1Install and Run the NoteCable Music Converter and Choose Conversion Mode

Launch the NoteCable Spotify Music Converter on your computer. And then you can choose App Mode or Webplayer Mode as your conversion mode.

Step 2 Sign into Your Spotify Music Account

After choosing Webplayer Mode, you can log in to your Spotify account to access your Spotify playlists.

Step 3 Set Output Settings

Please go to click the Settings section on the left panel. Here you can set the output quality, output paths, output formats and so on. You can choose according to the formats compatible with the DJ software you use. In addition, you could choose an output folder on your computer to store the downloaded Spotify music.

Step 4 Select Music to Convert

Now Choose a playlist from Spotify you want to download. Next, click Click to add button. Then NoteCable will recognize and load all the songs in this playlist. Tick the songs you'd like to download. Next, click Convert to start downloading.

Step 5Check and locate the Downloaded Songs

Once downloaded, the songs will be stored in the local storage, in the destination folder. After the conversion is completed, click the Converted part, and you will find downloaded songs listed here. Click the folder icon behind the Duration, you can reach out to the local folder of your computer and you can also change the location of the songs at the same time.

Since your Spotify songs have been downloaded as local music files on your computer, you can upload them to the DJ software to process DJ.

Note: The trial version of NoteCable Spotify Music Converter enables us to convert the first minute of each audio file for sample testing, you can unlock the time limitation by purchasing the full version.

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Part 3: FAQs

1. Is Spotify AI DJ Mode Available for All Spotify Users?

No, currently this feature is exclusively available for Spotify Premium users.

2. Can Spotify AI DJ Mode Work Offline?

No, It requires an internet connection to access songs and artists from Spotify's library and create personalized playlists and reviews based on your listening history and preferences. Actually, NoteCable could achieve this.

3. Does Spotify AI DJ Mode Work Across All Music Genres?

Spotify AI DJ mode is designed to work with all genres of music, but its effectiveness may vary depending on your individual listening habits and preferences. The AI DJ uses Spotify's personalization technology, generative AI, and a realistic voice to create playlists and commentary based on your music taste and feedback.

4. Spotify AI DJ Mode is Available on the Web Player?

No, Spotify AI DJ mode is only accessible on the Spotify mobile or desktop app for iOS/Android. It's not available on the web player currently. However, with NoteCable, you can still stream audio from AI DJ mode to other devices, such as wireless speakers or car stereos.

5. Is it Safe to Use the NoteCable to Download Music from Spotify?

NoteCable Offical asserts that they will not store the personal data of users, and will never disclose or misuse user information, nor will they share user information with any unapproved third party.

Conclusion

In this article, we mainly introduced two methods to DJ with Spotify, whether you want to play your own playlists at a party or use professional DJ software and equipment to mix music. These two methods can help you create your DJ style with Spotify. If you are interested in DJing with Spotify, you can try these two methods, or check out more related articles to get more information and tips. Have fun DJing with Spotify!