Turntable Labs has launched a new social music platform that provides a virtual space where users can instantly share and discover songs.
hang out Launches a catalog of over 100 million tracks and connects Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, and Merlinrepresenting independent record labels and other rights holders globally.
The platform allows users to create personalized virtual spaces called “Hangouts” They can invite friends and take turns playing DJ. turntable laboratory Said the concept draws inspiration from traditional social music experiences, such as gathering around a jukebox or listening to an album with friends, but transforms those interactions into a digital experience accessible to users around the world.
Hangout features include customizable avatars, a virtual dance floor and chat functionality. The company says Hangout promises to be a “refreshing alternative to social media.”
“Hangout begins a journey to redefine the intersection of music and social media as we build extensive global partnerships with music companies,” said Joseph Perafounder and CEO of Hangouts.
“Our vision has always been to create a platform that celebrates the joy of music while also helping to support the music industry. Today marks a landmark step towards that goal.
Perla’s social networking venture started at university in 2005 zandigo For college students, 2007 lab meeting For scientists. Then he founded turntable In 2011, the concept of social music listening was introduced. Perla spends time in Facebook (Now Yuan), who leads product and engineering at Facebook news feed on iOS.
In addition to Hangouts, he co-founded Terminal.com, which has received over $4 million Financing and acquisition Udacity In 2017, Perla also participated LyftDuring its major expansion phase, passenger and driver growth.
In March 2023, Turntable received more than $7 million in the seed round. At the time, the company said it planned to use the funds to support a new social music platform, which was slated for a full public launch last year. Turntable also revealed at the time that it was working with music industry partners to obtain “full legality and licensing” for its upcoming product.
The launch of Hangout has the support of major music industry players.
Mark Pibbey“We’re excited to offer fans the continued opportunity to experience and listen to Sony Music artists in a shared social space that values their work,” said Sony Music Executive Vice President of Global Business Development and Digital Strategy. We look forward to working with Hangout to enable its users to build communities around their favorite stars and discover and curate music together.
“Hangout begins a journey to redefine the intersection of music and social media as we build extensive global partnerships with music companies.”
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Christine BenderUniversal Music Group’s Senior Vice President of Digital Innovation Strategy and Business Development added: “UMG remains committed to supporting the development of innovative licensing models that drive music consumption and increase fan engagement, so we are pleased to announce our strategic alliance with Hangout.
“Social listening continues to be a key component of the fan experience, driving loyalty and conversation among participating artist communities, and Hangouts will help drive these fan experiences in unique and compelling ways.”
Rachel ScarpatiWMG’s vice president of business strategy and business development said the partnership “underscores WMG’s commitment to pioneering new avenues of music discovery, cultivating community and providing fans with dynamic ways to engage and share their love of music.”
at the same time, Ryan McWeeneyMerlin’s Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs noted the importance of independent artists, saying, “Community is the center of independent music.”
“This partnership with Hangout brings new opportunities for our global members and their artists to connect with fans and expand their communities. It represents our commitment to creating innovative revenue streams and providing unparalleled opportunities to our members, ” he said.
Starting Wednesday (November 13), users can access Hangout through a web browser or by downloading an app from the iOS and Android app stores.
This release is on Hangout with rhythm appis a blockchain-based music streaming fraud detection company aiming to combat streaming fraud. Through this partnership, Hangout will leverage Beatdapp’s tools and blockchain technology expertise to detect and prevent fraudulent activity on the platform.
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