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Lots of people have collections of audio files that they want to upload to the cloud so that they they can stream them using web and mobile apps. This was the case for many people using Google Play Music before it was removed last fall (including myself). I have about 2,000 mp3 files that I've collected over the years that I want to sync to my desktop and phone for playback. Does this help answer your question?


Thanks. The part I don't understand is this, why upload your private collection to a stranger?

Something as fairly straightforward as music sync and streaming can be done with common open source software.

And streaming demands an internet connection. Carrying 2000 mp3s on any device is not burdensome.

What are the unique conveniences on offer here? I ask that in completely honest ignorance.


I'm building a music hosting + streaming solution with web, iOS and Android apps.

Currently running a closed beta with 50 ish registered users. Looking for a co-founder to help continue development of the apps. iOS and/or Android experience would be great!

Located in eastern Canada. If interested, feel free to email me at jsmith@hey.com :)

Link here -> http://relar.app


I'm not a developer, but this looks great! Just curious, how does it works for music rights?

Funny enough I'm looking for a developer too for my app about vinyl records, posted here too.


Thanks!! As for music rights, all music is uploaded by users :) I'd like to add the ability to purchase or stream music but it would take so much work. Your app looks fantastic btw!


Got it. Yea stream purchase would take your project to a whole new level, I understand

Ah, thanks!


I like the idea. Random feedback, there's something that makes the http://relar.app scroll very laggy in the area over the screenshot (Safari, recent Macbook Pro).


Thanks :) And thank you for the feedback. I'm also on a recent MBP and safari and haven't had that issue. I'll try to reproduce!


This looks like something I wanted to build. Great idea.

Currently using YouTube music, and its pretty good, except for one annoying bug that drives me crazy.


great idea, something like this (depending on the pricing) might be just what I need to quit my music streaming subscriptions (youtube, etc) and start streaming my files.


Thank you :) I'm hoping that some of the YTM crowd might be interested in Relar, especially since a lot have switched from Google Play Music.


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