Spotify's New Features May Convert 'iPod DJs' Into 'Spotify DJs'

Ever set up your laptop with an iTunes playlist let it play in the background at a party? Now you’ve got another option. This week Spotify is rolling out gapless playback and crossfade features that will make the music-sharing service less like a jukebox and more like your own personal DJ.

Crossfading is an audio mixing technique that lets DJs transition smoothly between songs by fading one in while the other fades out. This is essential for dance music and will make Spotify a viable option for setting up a DIY dance party.

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