Shazam amplifies music database by a third

Eight million strong database sees Shazam dominate in pre-release and specialist genre music discovery

London, 4th December 2008 - Shazam, the world's leading mobile music discovery provider, today announced it has increased its music database from six to eight million tracks following new major partnerships and direct sourcing activities. With the most comprehensive music database in the sector, Shazam users are now able to access an even broader range of music than ever before, boosting Shazam's dominance in the discovery of pre-release and specialist music.

By extending its database to include additional North American, Asian and European content, Shazam has further strengthened its market-leading position by having the largest collection of the most important long tail undiscovered music gems and hot pre-release future hit records. This will lead to an even richer musical experience for mobile users around the world and enhance Shazam's appeal.

The extra two million tracks will be linked to Shazam's other unique assets, taking users on a music journey from discovery to knowledge with artist biographies and album reviews through to purchase of the music they love through affiliated partners.

Will Mills, Head of Music, Shazam comments: "This increase in our database cements Shazam's position as the leading mobile music discovery service in the world. With our strong music alliances we gain access to the most relevant music well before many other music services, which ensures users can discover popular and niche music all over the globe.

No matter where they are, or what they're listening to, users are taken on an unforgettable musical journey. This unequalled user experience and superior technology has made Shazam the perfect partner for mobile phone operators and handset manufacturers across the world."

With such a comprehensive database spanning every genre and era and including the latest pre-release tracks, Shazam proves that it has its finger on the pulse of music trends, past, current and future, to deliver its users an unrivalled music experience.