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Deezer First to Launch In-App ‘Lyrics Translation’

Posted on 13 April 2022
Deezer In-App Translation

Since it integrated time-synced lyrics on its platform in 2014, Deezer has helped music fans connect to the music and lyrics they love. Today, the global streaming platform is taking its lyrics feature to a whole new level by powering in-app translation of lyrics.

Users no longer have to compromise the meaning of a song or its lyrics when streaming music in its original language. With just a simple click, music fans can now view real-time lyric translations of the most popular English songs* in French, German, Spanish and Portuguese. Additional and new lyric translations will continue to be added over time, including translations of songs from other languages into English. In the meantime, users whose phone settings are in English can use the function to improve their language skills or learn a new language through music.

“Music fans have always been able to immerse themselves in the thoughts and feelings of the artist with our widely popular lyrics function. But with our new ‘Lyrics Translation’ feature, they can now discover the artist’s true meaning behind their favorite tunes, and even sharpen their language skills, or totally learn a new language in the process” Alexandra Leloup, VP Product – Core Products at Deezer.

To activate the new ‘Lyrics Translation’ feature on Deezer, follow these steps:

  1. Access the ‘Lyrics’ via the microphone icon

  2. Select ‘with translation’

  3. To disable this feature, select the ‘without translation’ button

If you’re curious about how the feature works, test it out with the top 5 songs streamed with lyrics on Deezer.

UK Top 5 Songs Most Streamed Songs (past week):

  1. Starlight by Dave

  2. Baby by Aitch

  3. Where Are You Now by Lost Frequencies

  4. Heat Waves by Glass Animals

  5. Cold Heart by Elton John

Alternatively, explore the ‘Lyrics Translation’ feature on Deezer by streaming ‘Hit Tracks, Hot Lyrics.’ The playlist is a collection of today’s hits, which you can sing along to by viewing lyrics, or sharpen your rusty French or Spanish language skills by  using the new in-app translation feature.

The ‘Lyrics Translation’ feature is available on iOS, Android, on the web and on the Deezer desktop application. For more information, visit www.deezer.com.

*Only  10,000 of the most popular songs streamed on the platform display the ‘Lyrics Translation’ function. Currently, the function only translates songs from English to French, German, Portuguese and Spanish.

Deezer & Firestone Have Partnered to Support Emerging UK Talent in the Road to the Main Stage Festival Competition

Posted on 7 April 2022
Road to the Main Stage

To make it a little easier for emerging UK talent to hit the main stage, Deezer & Firestone have partnered on their new competition, Road to the Main Stage. The competition will see unestablished artists competing for a place on the main stage at All Points East Festival in August. This opportunity will give artists the unique chance to showcase their sound to millions of music fans.

2021 was the first year that saw a successful collaboration between Deezer and Firestone. They have joined forces once again to create an even stronger springboard dedicated to platforming new talent.

Not only is Firestone an iconic name in the automotive industry. They have also been championing new artists via their radio show, The Voice of Firestone, since 1928. With Deezer & the marketing agency WAVE, Firestone is looking to showcase new talent across the UK, France and Germany. Competition winners will be announced in each country, and there is a number of other perks tied to the grand prize.

Good Luck!

Conditions & Details for Entry:

  • Applications are being accepted until the end of April.
  • All applicants must be made directly on the Road to The Main Stage platform.
  • New and unsigned artists must submit their best track or EP, band photos and a written introduction to the band.
  • Pre-selection & public vote will take place from May to June 2022 before the list of applicants is shortlisted.
  • The winner, who has the chance to perform on the Firestone stage at All Points East in London, will be announced in July 2022.
  • Additionally, winners will receive a recording session at Deezer’s state of the art studio and feature on a dedicated artist profile on Deezer’s platform