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BTS becomes the first artist in Asia to surpass 5 billion streams on Spotify

Posted by yckim124766 pts Friday, April 12, 2019
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BTS has made a new record on Spotify.

On April 12, following the release of the new album 'Map of the Soul: Persona,' Spotify confirmed BTS surpassed 5 billion streams. Not only are they the first K-pop group, but the first artist in entire Asia to make the record.

 

And in celebration of the new release, BTS will be dedicating a special Spotify playlist consisting of their favorite songs. For the next 7 days, BTS will take control of Spotify’s Teen Party playlist, selecting songs from around the world that has inspired them. 

So make sure to check that out, and congratulations to BTS!

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caribbeangal
caribbeangal6,386 pts Friday, April 12, 2019 0
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All of Asia!?

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riae158
riae158103 pts Friday, April 12, 2019 2
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My favorite records are the "first" ones. Because "most" records can always, and will eventually be, broken. But no one can ever take being the first away from you. Congrats to BTS and I look forward to congratulating the other Asian artists that reach this milestone!

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