How to Get Alexa to Stop Playing Similar Artists
Are you tired of Alexa randomly playing music from similar artists when you just want to listen to your favorite songs? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Many users have faced this issue, and we have some solutions to help you get Alexa to stop playing similar artists. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to customize your music preferences and stop the unwanted similar artist suggestions.
1. Update Your Music Library
One of the primary reasons Alexa plays similar artists is because it lacks a comprehensive understanding of your music preferences. To resolve this issue, start by updating your music library. You can do this by adding your favorite songs, playlists, and artists to your Amazon Music account. This will help Alexa learn your taste and reduce the chances of it playing similar artists.
2. Customize Your Music Settings
To further refine your music preferences, you can customize your settings on the Amazon Music app. Here’s how:
a. Open the Amazon Music app on your device.
b. Go to the menu and select “Settings.”
c. Scroll down and tap on “Music.”
d. Under “Music Library,” make sure that your favorite songs, playlists, and artists are marked as “Favorited.”
e. Additionally, you can create custom playlists and add your favorite songs to them, which will help Alexa understand your preferences better.
3. Turn Off Shuffle Mode
If you find that Alexa is still playing similar artists, it might be due to the shuffle mode being enabled. To turn off shuffle mode:
a. While listening to music, press the “Shuffle” button on your device or the Amazon Music app.
b. The shuffle button will change from blue to gray, indicating that shuffle mode is turned off.
4. Use the “Skip” Feature
If you encounter a song from a similar artist that you don’t want to listen to, use the “Skip” feature. This will help Alexa learn your preferences and reduce the chances of it playing similar artists in the future.
a. While listening to music, press the “Skip” button on your device or the Amazon Music app.
b. Continue skipping songs from similar artists until Alexa learns your preferences.
5. Adjust the “Discover New Music” Setting
If you still want to discover new music but don’t want Alexa to play similar artists, you can adjust the “Discover New Music” setting:
a. Open the Amazon Music app on your device.
b. Go to the menu and select “Settings.”
c. Scroll down and tap on “Music.”
d. Under “Discover New Music,” turn off the “Discover New Music” option.
By following these steps, you should be able to get Alexa to stop playing similar artists and enjoy your favorite music without interruptions. Remember that it might take some time for Alexa to learn your preferences, so be patient and continue using the app to train it.
