Spotify has removed R Kelly from its playlists as part of a new "Hate Content & Hateful Conduct" policy.

Users of the streaming service will still be able to find the R&B singer's music, but Spotify will no longer actively promote it.

His music will be removed from all Spotify‑owned and operated playlists and recommendations.

Official Spotify playlists are labelled "by Spotify".

R Kelly's removal comes under the new "Hate Content & Hateful Conduct" policy, which is designed to "be consistent with our distinct roles in music and media".

The company describes hate content as: "Content that expressly and principally promotes, advocates, or incites hatred or violence against a group or individual based on characteristics, including, race, religion, gender identity, sex, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability."

Source:bbcnews