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Decision BriefTechCrunchproduct2026-08-04

Spotify expands AI remix and covers project with Merlin partnership

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What Changed

Spotify says Merlin, which represents more than 30,000 independent labels and distributors, has joined Universal Music Group in backing its upcoming AI-powered remix and covers product. The paid tool will let fans create AI-generated covers and remixes of participating artists’ music while ensuring

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