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Audiomack Upgrades its Tastemakers Program, Empowering Global Music Curators with Advanced Analytics
The global streaming service now provides professional analytics to genre pros around the world to help Audiomack listeners be among the first to discover the next big sound.
New York, NY, October 22, 2025 – Audiomack, the global music streaming and discovery platform, today announced advanced features for Audiomack for Tastemakers, the company’s global curatorial program, in the newest version of its iOS app. This update equips select music curators around the world, known...
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The global streaming service now provides professional analytics to genre pros around the world to help Audiomack listeners be among the first to discover the next big sound.
New York, NY, October 22, 2025 – Audiomack, the global music streaming and discovery platform, today announced advanced features for Audiomack for Tastemakers, the company’s global curatorial program, in the newest version of its iOS app. This update equips select music curators around the world, known as Tastemakers, with professional-grade analytics to track and optimize their playlist performance, reinforcing Audiomack’s commitment to highlighting new and emerging acts, no matter where they are.
The Audiomack for Tastemakers app provides curators, now on both iOS and on the previously-introduced Android app, with comprehensive performance metrics including Stream Impact, Save Impact, Finish Rate, Engagement Stats, 30-second Stream Rate, and seven-day performance snapshots, among other metrics. These tools enable Tastemakers to understand how their playlists resonate with listeners and refine their curation strategies in real time.
Audiomack's Tastemakers program recognizes that meaningful music discovery requires a human touch. The company's curators span the globe, from dance halls in Jamaica to underground scenes across Africa, and in communities worldwide, identifying emerging sounds that AI or algorithms might never surface.
"I started Audiomack because I'm a music fan and passionate about discovering music. As we’ve grown and helped break new artists around the world, we’ve found that a common trait of an Audiomack listener is that they, too, want to lean in and be a part of discovering the next big artist or sound," said David Ponte, Co-Founder and CMO of Audiomack. “By providing our listeners with carefully curated playlists from our Tastemakers, we ensure they always have their finger on the pulse of new music and emerging artists.”
Since launching the beta program in late 2024, Audiomack has accepted more than 350 new playlist Tastemakers. These curators receive a verified badge on the platform, and their playlists enjoy enhanced visibility on their Audiomack profiles, further increasing their impact.
Aspiring Tastemakers can apply to be accepted into the program by completing the steps found at the application link.
About Audiomack
Audiomack is a music streaming and discovery platform that connects artists with fans. With over 47 million monthly users, the service enables artists to upload unlimited music for free and features a curated library that includes songs from all three major labels, as well as more than 400 independent labels. Tools like Connect, Boost, and Audiomod help artists engage their audience and build community. Audiomack is home to over 1 million active creators and ranks among the top music apps in more than 20 countries.
More and more Africans are listening to African music, especially to artists who hail from their home country, and listening via Audiomack. From Tanzania to Senegal, Mali to Liberia, the music service dominates the top of the charts across the continent, holding tight to the #1 Music app spot in 17 countries.
Yet this is about more than app downloads and user numbers; it’s about a seachange in listening habits, an influx of energy into local scenes and emerging artists. Audiomack’s Top 100 Charts show how local sounds are gaining major ground with music fans, a transformative shift for musicmakers and music lovers.
“Our Top 100 charts reflect how different countries are listening to their own music, demonstrating that all creators in Africa now have access to a platform that allows them to distribute their own music,” explains Charlotte Bwana, Vice President, Marketing at Audiomack. “These charts are more than numbers, they’re a reflection of identity, culture, and pride. In Tanzania, Rwanda, Senegal, Mali, and Liberia, the Weekly Top 100 belongs to hometown heroes, proof that these local scenes are alive with creativity and shaping the rhythms that define Africa’s soundscape.”
By developing locally tailored discovery interfaces, Audiomack has provided editorial visibility to emerging artists through a human-curated approach, in countries distanced from the curatorial ecosystems of many DSPs. In developing and historically overlooked markets, local artists have access to playlists that showcase their unique sounds with an intentional focus on spotlighting rising talent. Audiomack has also invested in highlighting regional scenes and genre movements through social media storytelling via their series "Scenes." Scenes has included the coverage of nascent genres such as the Kompa movement in Tanzania and the growing Drill scene in Eastern Nigeria, moments often underrepresented in mainstream music media.
Audiomack's Artist Watch series has become a key platform for identifying and amplifying standout acts, providing focused exposure to artists who are shaping the next wave of African music, from South Sudan to Mali. Hip-hop, in particular, has been a central area of emphasis. “Through genre-focused playlists, we’ve mapped domestic rap scenes from blossoming scenes like Rwanda and Cameroon, offering exposure and DSP-level support to artists who previously lacked access to such infrastructure,” Bwana says.
Artists are also taking note, feeling the lift Audiomack is providing and how the service has changed the game for emerging and established artists by bringing their music to broader regional fanbases and to the rest of the world. “Audiomack has given Malian rap real visibility,” notes rapper 2DS. “Today, our music is spreading faster and further, and that's motivating a whole generation of artists. Malian rap now has its place on the map, and that changes everything.”
“Galsen Rap (Senegalese rap) has always been a platform of expression for the voiceless in Senegal. Audiomack has taken on a special role in this dynamic. It is one of the most widely used platforms by our audience, not only because it is easily accessible but also because it has managed to build a strong connection with the local scene,” explains Senegalese rap icon Oothentik Zeus. “Thanks to playlists entirely dedicated to Galsen Rap, West African rap, and African rap, Audiomack gives artists a real opportunity for visibility. The work of their curators, who are approachable and responsive, creates a direct link between the platform, the artists, and the audience. Audiomack continues to support the growth of Galsen Rap beyond our borders.”
Within countries, Audiomack is also helping local artists gain traction and win over fans on the homefront. “Audiomack has significantly transformed the music landscape in Rwanda. In the past, our charts were largely dominated by Nigerian and Tanzanian artists, but today we are witnessing a remarkable shift where even upcoming local talents are charting,” reflects soulful artist Kevin Kade. “This demonstrates the platform’s crucial role in amplifying Rwandan voices and providing visibility to young artists who previously had limited opportunities.”
Liberia’s JZyNo agrees, calling digital Audiomack the “digital powerhouse of Liberian music,” while Tanzanian producer Ayo Lizer explains that Audiomack “...support upcoming talent if the music is good, it gets a platform. Their Trending section is proof of this, because you’ll often see fresh new names rising there,” a fact that has boosted the confidence of young, up-and-coming talent in Tanzania.
It’s been a similar experience for Nigerian pop artist Ayo Maff, who was featured by Audiomack’s You Need to Hear series in June of 2024, and says most of his fanbase finds his music on the platform. “On the streets many do not have much, it actually does not take much to make an ordinary person on the streets happy; music is one of them, and how Audiomack has made my music easy to access, my people who don’t have much don’t need much to stream my music, hear my story and live my experience like it is theirs,” says Maff.
Even in markets that face tremendous challenges, Audiomack is making an impact. “For artists like me in South Sudan,” says singer-songwriter Milton Kizzy. “Audiomack has been a blessing. It gave us a space to showcase our music without needing huge budgets or industry connections. What makes Audiomack special is that it’s free, accessible, and trusted by the people. It's now the biggest streaming platform in South Sudan. It’s opening doors for a new generation of talent.”
About Audiomack
Audiomack is a music streaming and discovery platform that connects artists with fans. With more than 45 million monthly users, the service allows artists to upload unlimited music for free and features a curated library that includes songs from all three major labels and more than 400 independents. Tools like Connect, Boost, and Audiomod help artists engage their audience and build community.
Audiomack is home to over 1 million active creators and ranks among the top music apps in more than 20 countries.
Partnership with Beatdapp helps Audiomack set a new standard for fair play, editorial integrity, and artist protection.
NEW YORK/VANCOUVER, June 4, 2025 — Audiomack, the global music streaming and discovery platform, and Beatdapp, the leading independent fraud detection company serving the music industry, today announced their partnership to combat streaming fraud across the Audiomack platform.
Committed to ensuring every legitimate creator and rights holder is paid every dollar earned on the platform, Audiomack has engaged Beatdapp to provide its market-leading independent third-party analysis to eliminate streaming fraud and safeguard its user experience.
By analyzing all streaming activity on the Audiomack platform, Beatdapp will remove fraudulent streams from sales reports, identify compromised user accounts, detect bots, and help inform editorial decisions, including inclusion on internal and external charts and algorithmically created playlists.
“We take our role in providing accurate royalty reporting very seriously for the benefit of every creator who earns income from our platform,” said Dave Macli, Audiomack CEO. “By partnering with Beatdapp, we have adopted the best-in-class technology from an impartial third party to demonstrate our commitment to both our creator and rights holder partners, and to uphold the integrity of our editorial recommendations and chart activity. We are delighted to partner with the team as part of our continued effort to combat streaming fraud.”
“Audiomack champions music discovery and creator fairness,” said Beatdapp Co-CEO Morgan Hayduk. “Our partnership brings sophisticated, unbiased fraud detection to protect royalties and uphold platform integrity. By leveraging best-in-class trust and safety solutions, our technology empowers Audiomack to combat fraud effectively, ensuring confidence in their royalty payouts, charts, and editorial recommendations.”
About Audiomack
Audiomack connects artists with fans. A music streaming and discovery platform boasting over 40 million monthly users, Audiomack lets artists across the world directly upload unlimited music for free while also boasting a curated library of music from all three major labels and Merlin.
Industry-leading features include Connect, a messaging tool for artists to engage with their fans; Supporters, where superfans can directly support their favorite artists; and Audiomod, which allows listeners to speed up, slow down, and edit tracks in real time. With half a million active creators, Audiomack spotlights rising artists and music scenes from across the globe and is a top-5 music app on Android in 17 African countries.
About Beatdapp
Beatdapp is a venture backed streaming fraud detection company focused on eliminating streaming fraud and ensuring fair compensation for artists. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, B.C, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto focused. With its leading technology and team of experts, Beatdapp is set to revolutionize the music industry by providing accurate and transparent streaming data for the music industry that is expected to reach 1.2 billion paid consumers and generate $75 billion in revenue by 2030.
Founded by industry and technology veterans Pouria Assadipour, Andrew Batey and Morgan Hayduk, Beatdapp has emerged as a leading music technology company with deep domain expertise, customer empathy, and the technical ability to solve the most challenging problems presented by the explosion of streamed music consumption worldwide. Beatdapp is the trusted partner of streaming services, music labels, collection societies, creator tools services, and distributors.
Global streaming powerhouse Audiomack is strengthening its presence in Latin America, meeting the region's surging demand for music discovery. With a 22% increase in streams from Latin American users and a 19% rise in Latin music streams worldwide, Audiomack is proving to be the go-to destination for fans eager to explore new sounds.
Since June 2024, Audiomack has experienced a 10% jump in streams from users in Mexico alone, signaling a growing appetite for fresh music. Over the last two years, 4.5 million new accounts have been created in Latin America. That number is expected to climb even higher with more major label music now available in the region. Latin artists are also seeing increased traction, with many leveraging Audiomack’s Boost program – previously known as Sponsored Songs – to reach new listeners and grow their fanbases.
From Música Mexicana artists like Grupo Marca Registrada, Luis R Conriquez, and Xavi to Latin Urban stars like Jay Wheeler, Rauw Alejandro, and Myke Towers, Audiomack continues to be a champion for rising talent. Jay Wheeler’s installment of Audiomack’s Fine Tuned series alone has racked up over 62 million views on YouTube, demonstrating the platform’s ability to amplify Latin artists globally.
“I am excited by the incredible growth taking place across Latin America, with a substantial increase in streams and users. This momentum reflects the region's passion for music and the increasing demand for music discovery. As we continue to expand and innovate, I’m optimistic about the future and confident that Musica Latina will continue to be instrumental in shaping the global music scene,” said Gineyda Cornelio, Senior Manager, Marketing & Latin Strategy for Audiomack Latin.
Audiomack recently announced an expansion of its licensing agreement with Warner Music Group, further strengthening its presence in Latin America. The extension now includes key markets such as Mexico and the Dominican Republic, broadening access to Warner Music’s catalog across the region.
Audiomack’s success in Latin America builds on the company’s proven track record of growth in emerging markets. The platform has already established itself as a dominant force in Africa, accruing over 58 billion Afrobeats streams and consistently ranking #1 on app stores across the continent. Key initiatives such as a partnership with Carry1st to improve payment accessibility and the opening of Audiomack’s first African office in Nigeria have solidified its foothold in the region.
Now, as Audiomack continues its expansion in Latin America, music fans can expect even greater access to their favorite artists—while new talent gets the platform and tools they need to reach listeners worldwide.
For artists looking to grow their audience, Boost makes it easy to connect with a wider fanbase. Whether you're an up-and-coming artist or an established artist, finding the right listeners has never been easier. At the same time, music lovers can dive into the trendiest playlists tailored just for them—featuring everything from the latest hits to hidden gems, Audiomack has something for every mood and occasion.
About Audiomack
Audiomack connects artists with fans. A music streaming and discovery platform boasting over 40 million monthly users, Audiomack lets artists across the world directly upload unlimited music for free while also boasting a curated library of music from all three major labels and Merlin.
Industry-leading features include Connect, a messaging tool for artists to engage with their fans; Supporters, where superfans can directly support their favorite artists; and
Audiomod, which allows listeners to speed up, slow down, and edit tracks in real time.
With half a million active creators, Audiomack spotlights rising artists and music scenes from across the globe and is a top-5 music app on Android in 17 African countries.
New York, February 4, 2025 - Warner Music Group (Nasdaq: WMG), the global music entertainment company, and Audiomack, the music streaming and discovery platform, today announced an expanded licensing agreement covering 47 new countries. The partnership, which began in 2019 and was Audiomack’s first licensing deal with a major label, now includes many territories where Audiomack listeners are already highly engaged.
In this expanded agreement, UK, France, Italy, Germany, the Caribbean, Mexico, Uganda, and Zimbabwe are among the newly added regions joining existing listeners in US, Canada, Jamaica, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa, who are already enjoying WMG’s extensive catalog.
“At WMG, we value partnerships with innovative companies like Audiomack that share our vision for driving music discovery and amplifying emerging talent,” said Allan Coye, EVP, Global Head of Recorded Music Business Development, WMG. “This expanded agreement deepens our commitment to connecting artists with fans worldwide and making music accessible on a global scale. We look forward to continuing to build on this partnership and bring more music to audiences around the world.”
"Audiomack has evolved into a global streaming service in every sense of the word," said David Ponte, Audiomack CMO. "In the last five years, we've established our office in Africa, executed campaigns across multiple continents, and showcased emerging talent from diverse genres. Our mission is to give users worldwide access to music shaping global culture. The Warner Music Group library, with its many talented artists, is naturally a crucial part of that vision.”
The complete Audiomack catalog of WMG artists for these territories has already been added to the service and is now available to listeners.
About Warner Music Group (WMG)
Warner Music Group (WMG) brings together artists, songwriters, entrepreneurs, and technology that are moving entertainment culture across the globe. Operating in more than 70 countries through a network of affiliates and licensees, WMG’s Recorded Music division includes renowned labels such as 10K Projects, 300 Entertainment, Asylum, Atlantic, Big Beat, EastWest, Elektra, Erato, First Night, Fueled By Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Reprise, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Spinnin’, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and Warner Music Nashville. WMG’s music publishing arm, Warner Chappell Music, has a catalog of over one million copyrights spanning every musical genre, from the standards of the Great American Songbook to the biggest hits of the 21st century. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. Follow WMG on Instagram, X, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
About Audiomack
Audiomack connects artists with fans. A music streaming and discovery platform boasting over 35 million monthly users, Audiomack lets artists across the world directly upload unlimited music for free while also boasting a curated library of music from all three major labels and Merlin. Industry-leading features include Connect, a messaging tool for artists to engage with their fans; Supporters, where superfans can directly support their favorite artists. With half a million active creators, Audiomack spotlights rising artists and music scenes from across the globe. Audiomack is ranked as the No. 1 music streaming app in eight African countries and within the top four in four others across the continent.