Spotify partners with Genius to bring Open Mic and Verified video series to the platform
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Spotify is taking another step into its music video offering with a new partnership with Genius that will bring the platform's popular Open Mic and Verified series to Spotify. The partnership gives Spotify users access to full episodes of Open Mic for the first time, while Verified is expanding with new episodes and a selection of older episodes from its back catalogue. For artists, the deal is another sign that video is becoming a bigger part of how music is discovered and experienced on Spotify. According to Spotify's announcement, Open Mic and Verified have generated more than 3.7 billion views combined since launching in 2016. Open Mic features stripped-back performances from established and emerging artists, while Verified sees artists break down their own lyrics, themes and creative processes. Grammy-winning rapper Rapsody will be performing "Pick A Side" from her recent album God Gotta Afro & Gold Hoops as the first new Open Mic episode available through Spotify. A selection of older Open Mic episodes, including performances from Bebe Rexha, Rod Wave and Teddy Swims will also become available on the platform. Meanwhile, Verified is expanding its existing presence on Spotify following a phased rollout that began in late 2025. New episodes will continue to arrive alongside older episodes from the series, which has featured artists including Billie Eilish, Doja Cat...
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