Hey,

I’m Charlie, and I lead Spotify’s Music Team. As we head into 2026, we’re focused on helping more artists build real fandom—deepening connections with fans, and turning listening into lasting support. From richer storytelling & video, protecting artist identity, leveled-up human editorial support, and live shows, we want to create reliable paths for you to grow on Spotify.

This work is grounded in real progress. In 2025, Spotify paid out more than $11 billion to the music industry, and once again, independent artists and labels accounted for half of all royalties. Artists and their teams deserve transparency into how the ecosystem is performing, and clarity on how that growth fuels what we’re building next. You can see my full message here.

Read on for a look at how we’re supporting artists at every stage: spotlighting emerging voices shaping what’s next, celebrating artists breaking through to new levels, and expanding support beyond the music itself.

Thanks for joining us,