Effects of Algorithmic Curation on Music Taste on Spotify

“A comprehensive review of the literature reveals that the presence of algorithms has contributed to reduced musical diversity and increased taste tautology among users. The results suggest that recommendation algorithms reinforce prior preferences, leading to the emergence of filter bubbles This algorithm-driven taste has obvious cultural implications and, with it, a large impact on the overall diversity of the musical experience”

“I've found my main music discovery tool is just asking people what was the last thing they listened to. Not their favorite, or asking specifically for a recommendation - just whatever they last heard.”