The proposed add-on could cost $4 to $5 per month and introduce AI-powered song remixes and cover versions as early as 2027.
Spotify is reportedly planning a major expansion of its artificial intelligence (AI) features, with a new paid package for Premium subscribers potentially launching in the first quarter of 2027.
According to a report by the Financial Times, the streaming platform is considering an optional AI add-on that could cost subscribers between $4 and $5 per month. The additional charge could make Spotify Premium subscriptions up to 39% more expensive for users who choose the package.
The proposed add-on is expected to include two main features. Subscribers would be able to use AI tools to remix existing songs and create cover versions of tracks in the style of different bands.
The features would allow users to experiment with existing music through AI-generated versions, potentially introducing a new way to interact with songs on the platform.
However, the plans raise questions about how AI-generated music would affect royalty payments to artists and record labels. Spotify is reportedly holding discussions with record companies, but the final arrangements for compensating artists have not yet been decided.
The use of artists’ music for AI-generated remixes and cover versions could also prove challenging. Spotify is reportedly facing difficulties convincing some artists to allow their work to be used for AI applications.
The development comes as music streaming services take different approaches to AI-generated content. While some platforms, including Qobuz, are moving away from AI-generated music, others such as Spotify and Tidal have adopted more relaxed policies.
The financial potential of the proposed package remains uncertain. An analyst quoted by the Financial Times estimates that around 8% of Spotify subscribers could pay for the additional AI features by the end of 2028.
If introduced, the package would represent a new revenue opportunity for Spotify while bringing AI-powered music creation tools directly into its subscription service. However, its rollout and commercial terms will depend on the company’s final plans and agreements with music rights holders.