Apple Music has introduced a new feature that allows artists to turn their concert set lists into playlists, providing an exciting way for fans to engage with live performances both before and after the show. Through a collaboration with Bandsintown, artists can create and share playlists that match the songs played during their tours or specific shows. This feature is available via Apple Music for Artists, where artists can search for and arrange tracks to mirror their actual concert set lists, including original songs, covers, and collaborations.

Once set up, artists can schedule the playlist’s release date, making it available to fans at key moments—either before a tour begins, as a promotional tool, or after a concert, allowing fans to relive their favorite moments. Fans who missed out on attending the show can also experience the playlist as a virtual substitute. These playlists are not restricted by the number of events; artists can create as many as they want, giving fans ample content to explore from past or upcoming tours.

In addition, Apple Music has been offering curated playlists for major tours for some time, with examples like Zach Bryan’s 2024 Quittin’ Time Tour. The newly launched tool further enhances these efforts by giving artists control over their own set lists, ensuring they reflect the actual performances more accurately. These playlists are a promotional boost for artists, allowing them to share set lists across various platforms.

If your favorite band hasn’t jumped on board with Apple Music’s new feature, third-party tools like Setify are still available. Setify pulls data from platforms like setlist.fm, allowing fans to manually build similar playlists on either Apple Music or Spotify. While it’s a bit more work, fans can still enjoy crafting their own concert-based playlists.

This feature underscores Apple Music’s ongoing push to bridge the gap between artists and their fanbase, offering more interactive and engaging ways to experience music both on and off the stage.