Considering the popularity of cover songs and other musical mashups, it's no wonder that the launch of the Saloote app at SXSW 2015 has already been met with such enthusiasm.
The app begins by having users choose from a list of songs that have been pre-licensed by Sony Music. Some of these hit songs include Meghan Trainer's All about the Bass or even classics like Cyndi Lauper's Girls Just Want To Have Fun. The app lets users record music and merge your own creation with up to four others at the same time. There are also fun modes like karaoke and instruments that can be played to take the pressure out of going solo. Social aspects of the app include the ability to follow artists and share music made with Saloote online.
Song Mashup Apps
Launched at SXSW, Saloote Lets You Make Songs and Mashup Covers
Trend Themes
1. Musical Mashup Apps - Musical mashup apps like Saloote are gaining popularity, allowing users to create unique, collaborative music experiences.
2. Pre-licensed Song Catalogs - Apps like Saloote are leveraging pre-licensed song catalogs to provide users with a wide range of hit songs to choose from.
3. Social Music Sharing - Saloote and similar apps are facilitating the sharing of user-generated music, creating a vibrant community of music lovers.
Industry Implications
1. Music Streaming - Music streaming platforms can explore partnerships with mashup apps like Saloote to offer users a more interactive and collaborative music experience.
2. Music Licensing - Companies in the music licensing industry can work with mashup apps to expand their catalogs and provide a diverse selection of licensed songs to users.
3. Social Media - Social media platforms can explore integration with music mashup apps to enhance user engagement and facilitate the sharing of user-generated music content.