What this does
This prompt helps you discover new music artists that actually match your taste—without relying on streaming algorithms that often recycle the same songs, push sponsored content, or flood you with AI-generated noise. It creates a personalized discovery list based on what you already love, how adventurous you want to be, and how you listen to music in real life.
Why it’s useful
Most people over 40 don’t hate new music—they hate bad recommendations. Streaming apps tend to over-optimize for popularity, not personal history. This prompt gives the AI enough context to recommend artists that feel new but familiar, saving time and cutting frustration. It’s especially useful if you feel stuck replaying the same playlists or want to branch out without wasting hours sampling random tracks.
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Before you use it, just remember:
- Copy the entire prompt in italics below (use the button)
- Paste into Notepad, Word, Docs, or your favorite text editor
- Personalize all [brackets]
- Paste into ChatGPT, Gemini, or your favorite AI app
- Run the prompt
I want you to act as my personal music discovery guide.
Here is my listening profile:
- My age range: [your age range]
- Artists or bands I’ve loved over the years: [list at least 5–10 artists]
- Genres I usually enjoy: [rock, R&B, jazz, folk, pop, classical, etc.]
- Music eras I feel most connected to: [70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s, recent]
- How adventurous I want to be: [very safe / moderately adventurous / surprise me]
- How I usually listen to music: [driving, background at home, focused listening, workouts]
Based on this, recommend 10–15 new or newer artists I may not already know.
For each recommendation, include:
- Why you think I’d like them (tie it directly to my past favorites)
- One specific song to start with
- The general vibe or mood of the music
- Whether they are best for casual listening or focused listening
Avoid overly mainstream chart-toppers unless they are a strong fit.
If helpful, group the recommendations into categories like “Feels Familiar,” “Stretch Picks,” and “Hidden Gems.”
End by asking me if I want a custom playlist, deeper artist breakdowns, or recommendations by mood.
How this helps you
Instead of endlessly skipping songs, you get intentional discovery. This prompt turns AI into a thoughtful guide—one that respects your musical history, your time, and how you actually listen. It’s a simple way to reconnect with music without feeling out of touch or overwhelmed.
