Apple Music expands into DJ workflows with deep integration across leading platforms

Apple is making a major play in the DJ world, weaving its vast music library directly into the creative tools used by DJs worldwide. Through a new initiative, Apple Music is now integrated into top-tier DJ software and hardware ecosystems, enabling real-time access to over 100 million tracks.

This move marks a significant shift for Apple Music, long seen as a consumer-focused platform. With its latest integrations, Apple is stepping directly into the performance space, aiming to become an essential tool for professional and amateur DJs alike. The new support spans platforms including Serato, AlphaTheta’s rekordbox, and inMusic’s Engine DJ, which powers gear from Denon DJ, Numark, and RANE. Users of Algoriddim’s djay app, which has supported Apple Music since last year, now find themselves joined by a broader DJing community.

For creators, the implications are immediate. Set preparation no longer requires downloading tracks or bouncing between platforms. DJs can now curate, organize, and perform with streaming content on the fly—whether on an iPhone, iPad, or performance hardware.

This deeper integration arrives under Apple’s new “DJ with Apple Music” initiative, a dedicated push to support dance and electronic creators with tools and editorial content. A new Apple Music hub offers curated playlists tailored to mixing, along with DJ-friendly edits, providing a streamlined experience from discovery to performance.