Spotify Radio - how does it work?

Guido — Sun, 25 May 2025 10:26:16 GMT

Spotify Radio is a feature that creates a playlist based on any Song, Album or Artist you select. The playlist also updates over time to keep fresh.

Imagine you're not really sure what to listen to specifically right now, but you know what mood you're in. Simply select - let's say a song - which represents this mood best and start the Radio from there!

To start a Radio station on Desktop, Mobile or Web Player:

Go to any song, album or artist.
Tap the three dots and select Go to Artist/Song radio.

Artist radio

Song radio

The Radio feature will create a playlist of roughly 50 tracks. If you want the Radio to play endlessly, make sure you enable the Autoplay option in the app settings!

Artist radio

Song radio

💡 Tip: You can save a Radio playlist in Your Library via the (+) button. If you have Premium, you can download it too!

FAQ

Q: Can I tune into an AM or FM radio station with Spotify.

A: No, but what you can with Spotify Radio is better! Unlimited stations, continuous music based on your personal taste and no ads if you are a Premium member.

Q: I started a Radio Station but it's not endless.

A: Be sure to enable Autoplay in the Spotify settings. As soon as the playlist is over, you'll get the endless mix based on your personal recommendations.

Q: I don't like the songs I am being served.

A: The longer you use Spotify the more we learn about what songs you like. You'll notice that stations are improving with time the more you listen.
It's also possible to Hide a track in a Radio, just like in other playlists! Songs you've hidden won't be played and will be skipped immediately by the app.

Q: I followed a Radio Station but it's not appearing in my Library.

A: Wait a bit and it should appear shortly, or try logging out and signing back in to your account a couple of times to force a resync.

Q: I used to have a 'Create new Station' button in my Library.

A: This button has been removed. Above you can read how to start a new station.

Q: I'm listening to music and it becomes a Radio Station which I don't want.

A: Disable Autoplay in the Spotify settings to prevent a Radio Station from generating once a Playlist or Album has finished.

Q: Why was Playlist Radio removed?

A: We're often testing and launching improvements and new features in order to provide our users with the best listening experience. This sometimes includes sunsetting older features in order to make room for new ones.

While Playlist Radio has been removed, Song, Artist and Album Radios are still available and serve as valid alternatives.

Didn't help? Search for more Spotify Answers, or create a new thread and ask the Community.

article Spotify Radio - how does it work? in FAQs

Spotify Radio - how does it work?