Delta and Spotify's "The Passport Sessions": A Musical Voyage in the Skies

Delta Air Lines and Spotify have teamed up to create an innovative in-flight entertainment experience, "The Passport Sessions," a docuseries that intertwines travel, music, and cultural exploration. This unique series pairs artists from "twin cities" around the globe – cities with shared cultural identities – to produce new music, showcasing how music influences and impacts different cultures.

The series kicks off with the episode "From Miami to Medellín," where Miami-based singer-songwriter Maye and producer Andy Clay collaborate with Colombian artists Juan Duque and Aria Vega in Medellín. Their journey, aboard Delta, captures the essence of Miami and Medellín's vibrant cultures, as they blend their musical styles and explore local scenes from El Poblado to Comuna 13. This partnership, fostering a unique blend of music and travel, was officially announced by news.delta, marking a significant step in the airline's commitment to enhancing the in-flight entertainment experience.

Delta's Chief Marketing Officer, Alicia Tillman, emphasizes that "The Passport Sessions" is more than just a music showcase. It symbolizes Delta's commitment to connecting people to places, passions, and potential, by integrating the cultural vibrancy of destinations like Miami and Medellín into their in-flight experience. This collaboration between Delta and Spotify, the airline's exclusive audio partner, is a testament to their shared values and innovative spirit.

Passengers can enjoy this exclusive series on Delta's industry-leading in-flight entertainment system, Delta Studio, with a wide selection of curated content. Delta, boasting more seatback screens across its global fleet than any other U.S.-based carrier, ensures a diverse and engaging entertainment experience for its passengers.

"The Passport Sessions" adds a dynamic new dimension to Delta and Spotify's partnership, which has seen over 150 million listens of Spotify's curated audio on Delta’s seatback screens since September 2021. Spotify's contribution extends beyond music, including a curated collection of podcasts and a monthly update of the "Delta Official Boarding Music" playlist, ensuring a fresh and enjoyable experience for even the most frequent flyers.

Delta's commitment to enhancing the travel experience goes beyond entertainment. The airline, in partnership with LATAM Airlines Group, offers daily flights from Miami to Medellín, serviced by LATAM Airbus A320 aircraft with Premium Economy and Economy cabins. This route strengthens the cultural bridge between North and South America, echoing the ethos of "The Passport Sessions."

With this series, Delta and Spotify are redefining in-flight entertainment, offering travelers a unique opportunity to discover new cultural connections and musical narratives in the skies.