Qobuz has unveiled an ambitious redesign of its Discover page. The French streaming platform now offers a hybrid experience where human-based curation to discover music, from legends to emerging talents, is combined with personalized recommendations to offer each music lover a unique experience.
A balance between human expertise and technology
In a streaming world often dominated by automated playlists, Qobuz aims to set itself apart. True to its positioning as a “digital record store in a world of supermarkets”, the platform emphasizes its DNA: editorial expertise for music discovery. The new Discover page is the embodiment of this credo, combining the relevance of algorithmic recommendations with the richness of human curation. To achieve this, the page is structured around three complementary universes:
- The Editor’s Picks: a 100% handcrafted experience where the Qobuz editorial team highlights new releases, emerging artists, legends and record label playlists. There are no algorithms here, just a critical and passionate look at the latest music.
- For you: personalized recommendations enriched by the work of Qobuz editors, offering daily or weekly mixes (DailyQ, WeeklyQ), radio stations and suggestions linked to recent listens.
- Release watch: the biggest innovation of the redesign. This dynamic feed aggregates releases from artists, labels and awards you follow in real time, so you’ll never miss a new track.
At a glance, the user can enjoy the best of both worlds: a human touch and the precision of artificial intelligence recommendations.
Features that enrich the experience
Beyond this structure, Qobuz introduces several notable innovations. The “Spotlight” function highlights an artist that matches the listener’s tastes, with in-depth editorial and musical content. Meanwhile, “Essentials” takes users back to must-listen classics selected by the platform’s experts. This approach illustrates Qobuz’s commitment to a quality streaming experience, where discovery is not limited to a succession of playlists, but is enriched by a real editorial context.
Staying true to Qobuz’s DNA
For Axel Destagnol, Chief Product Officer at Qobuz, “This new Discover embodies our vision of musical discovery: offering an experience where one can enjoy both the richness of our human curation and the precision of tailored recommendations.” A hybrid approach that avoids the “algorithmic bubble” effect and encourages more open listening.
This redesign is in line with the platform’s recent innovations, such as the arrival of Qobuz Connect and the pages dedicated to labels and awards. Together, they form an ecosystem that reinforces the uniqueness of Qobuz in an ultra-competitive market.
Founded in 2007, Qobuz is now available in 26 countries and stands out for its commitment to high-resolution sound and respect for artists. The independent platform pays out an average of €0.01802 per stream (the highest rate on the market) and continues to defend a fair and sustainable vision of streaming. With this new Discover page, Qobuz confirms that it is not simply an alternative to the industry giants, but a singular voice, driven by passion and high standards. A strong promise for audiophiles and the curious alike, in search of a richer, more human musical experience.
