There is a TikTok-like tab in YouTube Music to help you find new music
WIRED: Widths for the Best Music Streaming Apps, including Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, and YouTube
YouTube Music already allowed users to toggle between video and audio-only versions of songs. The plan with Samples is to use algorithmically-selected video clips as a way to expand listeners horizons, while not venturing too far away from their initial favorites. Earlier this year, the music app was begun to emphasize video as a part of its discovery process.
The music subscription app is available individually or bundled with YouTube Premium, which also includes access to an ad-free experience on YouTube proper. For an in-depth discussion about which streaming option is a worthwhile choice for you, check out WIRED’s picks for the best music streaming apps, including Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, and YouTube Music.
It’s critical that streaming services attract a loyal Gen Z audience in order to grow. The company credited an increasing number of young listeners as the main factor in its continued dominance during its earnings report.