It is not at all clear to me what the value proposition is: what content is included? Every mp3 that you can purchase at Amazon (I assume not)?
I just signed up for 30 day free Spotify trial last weekend, after using free tier for a number of months. So I knew what content they have, and some idea of what they don't have (within my more specialized interests). I really like it so far, despite some 'missing' content. The mobile app 'Spotify Connect' feature is really slick, integration with Echo/FireTV is very good.
Amazon has zero integration with Alexa devices with Amazon Music or Audible apps, by contrast. Try to use the Alexa app to pick music or an Audible title to play. Horrible.
At least for now, $7.99 does not seem that attractive, given my current infatuation and satisfaction with Spotify Premium (particularly with its superior integration with Alexa, and 99% of the artists and content that I want to listen to).
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