Personalized Music Recommendation: A Comparative Study of Machine Learning and Deep Learning Approaches

The rapid advancement of music playback technology, particularly within mobile platforms, has fundamentally transformed user engagement with music. Despite significant improvements in music retrieval techniques over the past decade, the evolution of music recommendation systems remains in its early stages. With users having access to extensive online music libraries, the task of selecting preferred tracks from an overwhelming array of options presents a considerable challenge. Individual musical tastes vary widely, and the influx of new users and music necessitates a system that can adapt dynamically.Personalized music recommendation systems face the dual challenge of managing vast amounts of data while delivering accurate results, making them resource-intensive. However, the high precision of these models drives their increasing application in commercial settings. This paper proposes a framework aimed at enhancing recommendation accuracy by tailoring suggestions to align more closely with user preferences.A comprehensive analysis of traditional and advanced music recommendation methodologies is presented, focusing on two user-centric approaches: user preference and emotion-based metrics. These methodologies are critically compared, leveraging the Million Song Dataset (MSD) for training the recommendation system. Additionally, an Android application has been developed to collect empirical data on user experiences, facilitating a deeper understanding of user interactions and satisfaction with the recommendation framework. This research aims to improve user experience in music discovery by providing more relevant and personalized recommendations.