Apple Music's New DJ Integration Revolutionizes Mixing with Direct Access to 100M Tracks
March 25, 2025
Even without compatible hardware, subscribers can enjoy curated playlists like 'AlphaTheta Electronic' and 'Serato Latin Heat,' which enhance the DJing experience.
This new feature distinguishes itself from Spotify's AI DJ by allowing users to actively build their own sets instead of relying solely on AI recommendations.
Stephen Campbell, the global head of dance, electronic & DJ mixes at Apple Music, highlighted the company's commitment to supporting DJs through this innovative feature.
Apple Music has announced a new integration that allows DJs to access its extensive catalog directly within their preferred DJing tools, enhancing their mixing experience.
This integration builds on Apple Music's previous success with DJ Mixes, which began in September 2021 and incorporated immersive Spatial Audio features in 2022.
In addition to the DJ integration, Apple Music has previously launched the Apple Music Club, a global radio station featuring curated DJ mixes, reflecting its ongoing investment in the DJ community.
Users can now access the entire Apple Music catalog through AlphaTheta's rekordbox app for iPhone and iPad, facilitating seamless mixing.
DJs can load tracks directly from Apple Music with automatic BPM and grid analysis, ensuring precise beatmatching with the help of on-screen waveforms.
Apple Music, known for paying musicians the most among streaming services, offers over 100 million tracks for a subscription fee starting at $10.99 per month.
The trend among music streaming platforms shows a growing interest in providing tools for song creation and remixing, with competitors like SoundCloud and Spotify exploring similar integrations.
The integration is available on the OMNIS-DUO and XDJ-AZ DJ systems, allowing users to access Apple Music without needing an additional computer.
Updates for rekordbox for Mac/Windows and iOS are currently available, with Android support expected soon, making it easier for DJs to utilize the new features.
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Billboard • Mar 25, 2025
You Can Now DJ Directly From Apple Music
Digital Trends • Mar 25, 2025
Apple Music supplies DJs with new mixing catalog and tools