Musana

*NEW* As of 2/18/08, Musana was kind enough to offer BettaBeta readers an invitation to join Musana. Use this code: bettabeta022008

Upload your music to Musana, and listen to it anywhere. Instant streaming back with no need to download the music again. Create and save playlists. Very easy to use drag and drop feature.

    

Wonderful concept, I’ve been waiting for something like this for a long time.  I can think of better scenarios – like if Windows Live SkyDrive had a built in music player to instantly stream your music, or if your iTunes music was stored virtually and you could login anywhere to listen to your own songs without having to even download the player – but these scenarios don’t even exist yet. Many people stream from Pandora, but thats not your own music.  I’d like to hear your thoughts – what’s comparable to Musana? As far as I can tell, this is the best thing out there.

Likes:

• Each MP3 can be up to 15mb
• Unlimited Storage, upload as many MP3s as you want.
• I don’t know the specifics, but the streamback quality sounds decent to me.
• There’s a sample playlist with full Radiohead, Phoenix, and the Police albums. That’s a good sign.  
• Soon you’ll be able to share your music with your friends and “discover” new music. I imagine something like Pandora suggestions based on current interests? Or maybe being able to recommend music to other people?
• Capabilities to stream from your mobile phone.
• Automatic album art and correct song title retrieval / display.

Flaws: 

• Only 1902 accounts left? I don’t know if it’s just this stage or forever, but act fast!
• How are there no ads? How is this free? Is this legal? I feel like there should be a catch.

Okay, so those flaws aren’t really flaws. I’m in love with Musana.

*It’s invite only, but I found an invitation code on a french website that any quick search will turn up. The invitation code still works, but when it asks you to complete your registration with the activation code, ask it to send you a new email and you’re golden.

*Just came across this TechCrunch review and they don’t have much to say about it, but do offer some alternative music lockers that I’ve never heard of and will have to check out someday. and TC might have some invites left.

Links: Musana 

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