We’ve listed the best music apps for Android so users know exactly which ones are must-haves in this category. This random compilation is not limited to media players as we have thrown an internet radio, an equalizer, streaming services as well as song identifiers into the mix. So if you’ve been combing the Play store to lay your hands on tools that let you enjoy songs and even discover new tracks, we suggest you try the ones we have mentioned below. Take a look.
1 – Shazam:
Be it discovering new tracks, previewing songs or buying them online, Shazam allows you to do all this and much more. Its key highlight is the ability to identify a number in about a second and if you wish to watch its video on YouTube, the software gives you the option to do so as well. Also, it streams lyrics in sync with the track being played.
It redirects you to Amazon MP3 to buy songs and brings extra content like celebrity trivia and more to your touchscreen. And if that’s not enough, you can link it to Spotify and make use of integrated sharing options for Facebook and Twitter to let your friends discover new content. The program even keeps you informed about artists on tour so you do not miss out on concerts happening in your own city.
Price: Free
2 – PlayerPro:
This media player has been added to our list as it brings useful features and audio configuration options packed into a tool with an intuitive interface. There’s a sorting option to browse or play songs by genres, folders, playlists, albums, artists and more. It features a video player as well and downloads missing album artwork, genre illustrations or pictures over the internet.
Besides choosing between grid and list views, you can even customize the tool by using various skins available free of charge. And for lyrics, simply launch a search and save it with the assistance of ID3 tags.
Price: $4.95
3 – Songza:
Songza is basically famous for its ability to play the right tracks at the right time. So whether you are at work, relaxing at home or sweating it out at the gym, you can always count on this utility to bring in the desired songs at all times. There’s absolutely no limit to the number of songs you can listen to and the software promises to not bug you with audio advertisements when you are enjoying your playlist.
Discovering new numbers is pretty hassle-free as the developers have listed them by activities, decades, genres and mood, which makes it easy for you to find your favorite tracks. And once you are done picking songs for your carefully assembled playlist, go ahead and share it with your friends via Facebook, Twitter or email right away.
Price: Free
4 – doubleTwist Player:
The next contender on our array of apps for Android acts as an alternative to the iPod. doubleTwist is not limited to playing songs and videos, it has a built-in radio and even allows you to subscribe and listen to your favorite podcasts without having to download a separate software for the same.
Moreover, the tool can be used for synchronizing playlists from your iTunes library either via USB or AirSync over Wi-Fi. You have easy access to legal album artwork as well as top rated and most played songs via smart playlists.
Price: Free
All those of you who would like to have a personalized radio station that plays songs which you like, should definitely give Pandora Internet Radio a shot, if you haven’t already. This one asks you to feed in your preferences by genres, artists, albums and more and just sit back and wait for the software to churn out a playlist that is completely based on your choice.
You get access to over hundred stations for various genres so you can select one that contains tracks which you may like. It keeps you entertained with comedy shows as well.
Price: Free
6 – Equalizer:
Equalizer tags along a homescreen widget and lets you adjust sound effect levels to extract superlative results from your handheld device. To make your tasks easy, the developers have added certain presets based on different genres and even give you the option to customize and create your own preset with the assistance of 5 built-in equalizer controllers.
Compatible with gadgets running Gingerbread or later versions of the OS, the tool brings a bass booster and a visualizer as well. And just for your convenience, a power mode has been thrown in so you can enable or disable effects with a simple touch.
Price: Free
7 – Spotify:
Spotify, the famous streaming service’s mobile version, is the next alternative in our lineup of music apps for Android. It brings free radio for all those who are based in the US and lets you not only discover, but also save new tracks while on the move.
It boasts of a library that stocks up on millions of songs and enables you to listen to them even when you are offline. The Premium trial version is available for 2 days after which you can choose to be a subscriber.
Price: Free
8 – Poweramp Full Version Unlocker:
One of the most powerful audio players in the Play store, Poweramp brings multiple features including gapless play, an equalization system and more. It even pledges support for most of the common file formats.
For those who are not sure if they should buy this one or not, the developers have released a trial version which can be used free of charge for 15 days after which you can decide whether to spend on this tool or not.
Price: $3.99
Conclusion:
While you may have your own catalog of the best music apps for Android, you surely may have found something here that you’d want to try. Do tell us which one you’ve decided to download and how your experience turned out to be.
