| Core Identity |
| Developer | Herd Music, Inc | Mike Clay | Zink Media LLC | Bandsintown Inc. | StatsFM B.V. |
| Category | Music | Music | Music | Music | Music |
| Platform | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Store Metrics |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Ratings Count | 20 | 363 | 67,009 | 52,330 | 45,080 |
| Price | Free | $2.99 | Free | Free | Free |
| Release Date | Oct 12, 2025 | Oct 8, 2020 | Feb 29, 2016 | Dec 12, 2011 | Aug 10, 2020 |
| Last Updated | Apr 16, 2026 | Nov 1, 2025 | Apr 6, 2026 | Feb 14, 2026 | Apr 10, 2026 |
| Sentiment & Reviews |
| Sentiment | excellent | mixed | - | mixed | negative |
| Score | 90/100 | 45/100 | - | 55/100 | 32/100 |
| Praises | - Social discovery features allow users to track friend listening habits and find new music
- Intentional music exploration design encourages deep listening rather than passive algorithmic consumption
- Gamified ranking mechanics make the process of reviewing and sharing music highly enjoyable
| - High-fidelity audio quality and timed lyrics animation create an immersive listening experience for music enthusiasts
| - | - Automated concert discovery via music library synchronization keeps fans informed about local live performances
- Comprehensive coverage of small and local venue shows provides value for dedicated live music enthusiasts
| - Detailed Data Visualization
- Lifetime Subscription Value
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| Complaints | - Scrolling limitations on specific screens prevent users from completing long-form music reviews
| - Post-update stability issues including app crashes and loading failures disrupt the core music playback experience
| - | - Unreliable notification system fails to alert users about ticket sales or upcoming shows for followed artists
- Technical instability and server communication errors prevent users from accessing account features or purchasing tickets
| - Excessive and Intrusive Ads
- Data Loss and Sync Issues
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| Requests | - | - Automated data reconciliation tools to fix double-counted streams and inaccurate playback history logs
| - | - Detailed event information including specific dates and venue locations should be included in push notifications
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| Strategic Intel |
| Strengths | - Social discovery features tie engagement to peer interaction
- Manual curation creates unique user-generated content that increases switching costs
| - Data ownership via CSV export reduces switching costs
- iOS Shortcuts integration ensures data freshness
- One-time purchase model removes recurring subscription friction
| - | - Automated music library synchronization creates high switching costs for users
- B2B demand data from tour requests provides unique promoter value
| - Massive data depth (115M+ tracks, 18M+ albums)
- Unique lifetime history import capability
- Strong monetization conversion (#57 Grossing rank)
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| Weaknesses | - Scrolling bug on review screens blocks content submission
- Manual-only input model creates high friction compared to automated trackers
| - Post-update stability regressions drive churn
- Lack of social integration limits viral growth
- Inaccurate play-count tracking undermines core utility
| - | - Unreliable notification delivery causes high churn among power users
- Frequent server communication errors prevent ticket purchase completion
- Aggressive marketing prompts alienate inactive users
| - Critical data sync bugs causing stream deletion
- High ad frequency making free version 'unusable'
- Technical instability and frequent app crashes
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| Pricing | free | paid | free | free | freemium |
| Momentum | Maintenance | Maintenance | Intense | Active | Active |
| Update Cadence | 2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~92d avg | 5 versions, ~51d avg | 5 versions | 5 versions | 5 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~10d avg |
