TikTok Music, the new subscription-based music streaming platform from TikTok, is expanding to new markets after its successful debut in Indonesia and Brazil. The company has announced that select users from Australia, Mexico, and Singapore will be invited to join a closed beta test of TikTok Music starting today, with a three-month free trial of the service.
Described as a combination of music discovery on TikTok and a music streaming service offering millions of tracks from thousands of artists, TikTok Music aims to provide a unique music experience to its users. To join the beta test, users can download the TikTok Music app from the official website or app stores.
According to information available on the regional websites of the countries where TikTok Music has launched, the subscription prices for the service are AUD11.99 ($8.18 USD) per month in Australia, MXN$115 ($6.87 USD) in Mexico, and S$9.90 ($7.47 USD) in Singapore. Students and families can also take advantage of discounted subscription plans.
One of the key features of TikTok Music is its integration with the standard TikTok app. This means that users can link their TikTok Music account with their regular TikTok account to listen, share, and download music discovered on the platform. This seamless connection allows users to easily share their favorite tracks and artists with their TikTok community.
TikTok Music offers several additional features to enhance the music streaming experience. Users can import their existing music libraries, download songs for offline listening, create collaborative playlists, view real-time lyrics, and find tracks by searching for their lyrics. The service also includes a Shazam-like feature that can identify songs heard nearby. Furthermore, TikTok Music subscribers can leave comments and interact with other users within the app.
While there is no specific information about the launch of TikTok Music in the US, the company has hinted that it will have more news in the coming months. This follows the trademark application filed by TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, for TikTok Music in Australia in November 2021. Another filing with the US Patent and Trademark Office in May last year indicates that ByteDance has plans to launch TikTok Music in the US, despite concerns from the government.
TikTok has already made a significant impact in the music industry since its launch in 2016. The platform has helped drive the success of numerous hit songs, allowing users to discover new artists and tracks through viral trends. Many of these songs have been collected into dedicated playlists on other streaming services. With TikTok Music, the company aims to directly compete with established streaming giants like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. TikTok already has partnerships in place with major music labels like Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group to expand its audio library.
In conclusion, TikTok is expanding its new music streaming platform, TikTok Music, to new markets. The service offers a unique music experience that combines music discovery on TikTok with a vast library of tracks from various artists. With its integration into the standard TikTok app, users can seamlessly enjoy and share music they discover. TikTok Music also includes features like importing existing music libraries, offline downloading, collaborative playlists, real-time lyrics, and song identification. Although the launch date for TikTok Music in the US is uncertain, the company has indicated its intention to expand to the country. With its success in driving hit songs and partnerships with major music labels, TikTok is positioning itself as a strong competitor in the music streaming industry.
