Shazam

Description

Shazam is a music recognition application that identifies songs by analyzing short audio samples captured via a device's microphone. Founded in 1999 and acquired by Apple Inc. in 2018, Shazam has become a leading tool for music discovery, boasting over 300 million monthly active users worldwide. The app not only identifies music but also provides users with song lyrics, artist information, and links to streaming services, enhancing the overall listening experience. Through Revelator’s seamless integration, labels and distributors can deliver their music catalogs to Shazam’s platform, ensuring that artists’ tracks are accessible to a vast audience across the globe.

Key Features

Instant Music Identification

Shazam quickly recognizes songs playing in your surroundings and provides essential details, including the song title, artist name, and album information, within seconds.

Auto Shazam

The Auto Shazam feature continuously listens and identifies music in the background, ensuring that no track goes unnoticed, even when the app is minimized.

Lyrics Display

Shazam offers real-time, synchronized lyrics for many identified songs, allowing users to follow along and engage with the music as it plays.

Music Discovery

Personalized recommendations are generated based on the user’s Shazam history, helping users discover new artists, songs, and genres aligned with their listening preferences.

Integration with Streaming Services

Shazam connects seamlessly with Apple Music and Spotify, allowing users to listen to full tracks, create playlists, and explore artists directly through their preferred streaming platforms.

Cross-Platform Availability

The app is available across iOS, Android, macOS, watchOS, and web browsers, ensuring users have a consistent and accessible experience on all devices.

Offline Mode

Shazam supports offline identification, enabling users to capture song snippets without an internet connection. Once connectivity is restored, the app completes the identification process.

Charts and Trends

Shazam provides real-time charts showcasing trending tracks worldwide and by region, offering users insights into the most popular and emerging music.