What is Factory.fm?
Welcome to the music review app! We are the "Letterboxd for music". You can rate, review and track the music you're listening to. Discover new music from other music obsessives and create a profile with your favorite albums (yes, just like the MySpace Top 8!)
Problem
Users previously tracked and reviewed music using fragmented methods like spreadsheets or generic note-taking apps, leading to lack of a dedicated platform and difficulty discovering new music through a community-driven approach.
Solution
A social media-style app where users can rate, review, track, and share music, with features like profile creation (e.g., showcasing favorite albums) and discovery of music via others’ reviews, similar to Letterboxd’s model for films.
Customers
Music enthusiasts, critics, playlist curators, and vinyl/collector communities seeking a centralized platform to document and share their music journeys.
Unique Features
Combines music tracking with social community features (e.g., MySpace-inspired "Top 8" album lists), personalized discovery algorithms, and a focus on album-centric reviews rather than single tracks.
User Comments
Intuitive interface for logging listens
Nostalgic MySpace profile vibe
Great for discovering underground artists
Engaging community of music nerds
Needs more integration with streaming platforms
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt with 500+ upvotes, 10k+ registered users within first month, and partnerships with indie music blogs.
Market Size
The global music streaming market, a key adjacent sector, was valued at $31.5 billion in 2023 (Statista), indicating a large addressable audience for music-centric platforms.
