Spotify Newsletter #264

Your Weekly Dose of Spotify News

Jul 10, 2025

⭐️ Oasis concerts sparked a 320% surge in their Spotify streams

By all accounts the first Oasis reunion concerts this weekend went swimmingly: the band sounded great and no punches were thrown on-stage.

⭐️ This Band With a Million Monthly Spotify Listeners Now Confirms It's Using AI

The Velvet Sundown's owners have now confirmed it's an AI-generated band. A new disclaimer on the band's Spotify says the project is an 'artistic provocation.'

⭐️ What a Netflix and Spotify Music Partnership Could Look Like, According to Experts

Netflix and Spotify are looking to hit a high note together, according to a new report. And that could have a major impact on the streaming industry.

⭐️ Spotify offers more stats on Australian music’s global growth

Recurring talk among Australian politicians about streaming quotas for local music has sparked Spotify’s policy team into action.

⭐️ Spotify taps indie spirit with Silica Gel surprise show in Seoul

Spotify is deepening its roots in Korea by turning its focus toward the country’s thriving indie music scene. Spotify hosted “Speakeasy Live,” a surprise concert experience in Seoul that brought fans face-to-face with Korean indie rock band Silica Gel for one unforgettable night.

⭐️ Music edtech startup Syntho launches its courses on Spotify

Syntho has been quietly building a name for itself in electronic-music production circles with its service providing courses in mixing, mastering, sound design and arrangement.