Flexibility and open-mindedness are the watchwords for creating a good New Year's Eve playlist. — Photo: Delmaine Donson / Getty Images, via ETX DailyUP
For many, New Year's Eve is a time to celebrate with friends and family. But putting together a playlist that everyone can enjoy is often a real challenge. Here are a few tips to help make your NYE a night to remember, thanks to a soundtrack that goes down a storm with all your guests.
Preparing your New Year's playlist in advance, including all the big hits of 2024, may seem like a good idea. But beware: last-minute requests may upset your plans! The key is flexibility. To anticipate your guests' wishes, take into account their musical tastes and add a few songs that will please them. For example, if your best friend is a heavy metal fan, slip in a Metallica song or Guns N' Roses track as a nod to their tastes.
Remember: a successful evening is not limited to a single musical style. Alternate rhythms and energies to keep the party mood going until the stroke of midnight, and beyond.
If you're a music lover, chances are you take the task of building a playlist very seriously. Perhaps too seriously. New Year's Eve celebrations can be the perfect opportunity to show off your DJ talents to your friends and family, but don't lose sight of the fact that the purpose of a playlist is to get the crowd moving, not to demonstrate how refined your musical taste is. Don't roll your eyes if one of your guests asks you to play Britney Spears or ABBA. These artists may not fit your musical sensibilities, but they are staples at many New Year's Eve parties around the world.
Being open to all genres and tolerant of new styles are key for concocting a playlist whose extensive repertoire will pleasantly surprise your guests. Add to that smooth transitions, and you'll have everyone on the dance floor for hours.
If making a playlist is stressing you out, have a look on music streaming platforms. They're full of ready-made selections to suit all tastes: '80s, hip-hop, old school or even acoustic. You can also opt for one of the many playlists created each year by the users of these platforms especially for December 31. In 2021, Spotify saw 82,000 new playlists appear between Christmas and New Year's Eve in 2021, including about 40,000 on New Year's Eve itself. It's a safe bet that one of them will appeal to your guests.
Artificial intelligence can help you design the playlist of your dreams. With ChatGPT, you can easily get a selection of songs and artists to liven up your New Year's Eve celebrations. All you have to do is ask the chatbot to act as a playlist editor: describe your tastes by listing a few songs you love, then let it refine its suggestions according to your preferences.
If ChatGPT doesn't tempt you, then try PlaylistAI. This application, powered by OpenAI technology, generates personalized playlists based on your favorite artists and tracks. You can even specify the type of event to get tailored recommendations. It's the perfect way to create the right atmosphere for New Year's Eve.
