Audius

Stream 30M+ songs, create playlists, and receive personalized recommendations.

Freemium
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Web, iOS, Android
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Other

Try Audius free

Free plan available
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What is Audius?

Audius is a music streaming platform built on blockchain technology that lets you listen to over 30 million songs without traditional centralised control. You can create custom playlists, discover new music through personalised recommendations, and follow other users. The platform is designed to give artists more direct control over their work and earnings, whilst offering listeners a free or premium experience. Unlike conventional streaming services, Audius operates through a decentralised network, meaning no single company owns your data or controls the catalogue.

Key features

Stream library

Access to 30+ million tracks across all genres

Playlist creation

Build and share custom playlists with other users

Personalised recommendations

Algorithm-based song suggestions based on listening history

Artist profiles

Follow creators and support them directly

Social features

Share music with other users and discover what they're listening to

Offline downloads

Save tracks locally on paid plans

Pros & cons

Advantages

Free tier offers full streaming access without most paywall restrictions
Artists receive larger revenue share compared to traditional streaming platforms
Decentralised architecture means your listening data isn't controlled by a single corporation
No ads on free tier; optional paid membership removes limitations

Limitations

Smaller user base and social network compared to Spotify or Apple Music
Catalogue may have gaps in certain artists or newer releases due to independent model
Blockchain infrastructure can be unfamiliar or uncomfortable for some users