Spotify to offer AI-powered licensed cover and remix tools in groundbreaking deal with UMG.

Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) have announced a groundbreaking agreement regarding recorded music and music publications. Under the agreement, Spotify will be able to provide fans with AI-powered tools that allow them to license and cover or remix songs by artists who are part of Spotify.

Spotify and Universal Music Group Announce Landmark Licensing Agreements for Fan-Made Covers and Remixes — Spotify

Spotify and Universal Music agree deal to let subscribers create AI remixes | Spotify | The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/may/21/spotify-and-universal-music-agree-deal-to-let-subscribers-create-ai-remixes

Spotify and Universal Music Announcement Agreements for Fan-Made Covers
https://variety.com/2026/digital/news/spotify-universal-music-licensing-agreements-fan-made-covers-1236755951/

The new tool will be offered as a paid add-on for Spotify Premium users, providing an additional revenue stream for artists and songwriters on Spotify.

Alex Norström, co-CEO of Spotify, said, 'Solving the challenges of the music industry is Spotify's mission, and next we're focusing on fan-made covers and remixes. What we're building is based on the consent, credit, and compensation of the participating artists and songwriters. With each technological innovation, we've worked with Sir Lucian and his team at UMG to evolve the music ecosystem. The result is a rich and rewarding experience for fans and rewarding results for artists and songwriters.'

Furthermore, Sir Lucian Grainge, Chairman and CEO of UMG, stated, 'The most valuable innovations in the music industry have always been those that bring artists and fans closer together. This pioneering AI-powered 'SuperFan Initiative' is centered on that principle, aiming to support human artistry, deepen the bond with fans, and create new revenue opportunities for artists and songwriters.'

He then expressed confidence, stating, 'This initiative, built on our long track record of leading the industry through technological transformation and our collaboration with Alex and the Spotify team, puts artists first, is rooted in responsible AI, and will drive growth across the entire ecosystem.'

No information has been released regarding the specific timing of the tool's release or its pricing. It is also unclear whether it will apply to all UMG artists or only some of them.

UMG is home to popular artists such as Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, and Billie Eilish.

TAYLOR SWIFT | Taylor Swift - UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN
https://www.universal-music.co.jp/taylor-swift/

Ariana Grande | Ariana Grande - UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN
https://www.universal-music.co.jp/ariana-grande/

Billie Eilish - UNIVERSAL MUSIC JAPAN
https://www.universal-music.co.jp/billie-eilish/