What is Crates?
With Crates you can import from Spotify, Discogs, Bandcamp, YouTube and more, organize files with artwork and metadata, sync mobile and discover exciting new music through user shared Gems, not algorithms. Own your data and enjoy your music collection forever!
Problem
Music enthusiasts struggle with fragmented music libraries across platforms like Spotify, Discogs, and Bandcamp, requiring manual organization of files, metadata, and artwork, and relying on algorithm-driven music discovery.
Solution
A music management platform where users can import music from multiple sources (Spotify, Disccogs, etc.), organize files with metadata/artwork, sync devices, and discover music via user-shared Gems instead of algorithms.
Customers
Music enthusiasts, vinyl collectors, DJs, and audiophiles seeking ownership and control over their curated libraries.
Unique Features
Aggregates music from multiple platforms; user-curated "Gems" for discovery; full data ownership; metadata customization; cross-device syncing.
User Comments
Loves consolidating libraries from different sources
Finds manual tagging tedious
Appreciates algorithm-free discovery
Praises metadata customization
Reports occasional syncing issues
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt with 500+ upvotes; integrated with 10+ platforms; exact user count/revenue unspecified.
Market Size
The global music streaming market was valued at $31.5 billion in 2022 (Statista), indicating a large addressable audience for music management tools.
