YouTube Music earlier today as I was enjoying some tunes in the app on my Android device. It informed me about the background of Taylor Swift’s track “Shake it Off,” along with details on how she secured trademarks on specific lines from the song. Similar to Spotify’s AI DJ, the YouTube music presenters have a “personality” that showcases forthcoming tracks, elucidates the reasons behind the selections for your upcoming song, and even shares a bit of info about the artist associated with the song.
It’s a pleasant nod to vintage radio shows, where hosts would unveil various songs, building anticipation among listeners for what was next. However, in this instance, it feels somewhat lacking, as there’s really no incentive for you to engage with the host, given that it’s merely an AI-generated voice. Yet, if you enjoy the classic DJ vibe of radio shows, it presents an intriguing method to enjoy music.
As mentioned previously, this functionality is currently only accessible as part of YouTube Labs, and YouTube hasn’t disclosed much information regarding it as of now. Nevertheless, if you possess YouTube Premium — a necessity for YouTube Labs at present — you can register to be added to the waitlist. It’s presently only accessible to a limited group of participants based in the U.S., but I observed the AI music hosts appearing in YouTube Music quite swiftly after registering. However, your experience may differ.
If you appreciate how Spotify’s AI DJ analyzes tracks, then utilizing YouTube’s feature will feel quite comparable. Since YouTube has been tight-lipped about the
