Apple Music & Shazam Unveil ‘Viral Chart’ – Discover Tomorrow’s Hits Today!

Apple Music and Shazam are teaming up to revolutionize how we discover music. The tech giant has launched a new 'Viral Chart' playlist, taking advantage of Shazam's real-time data to highlight the fastest-growing songs around the globe. This integration marks a significant step in leveraging the power of music recognition technology to shape listening habits.

Apple's acquisition of Shazam nearly seven years ago promised deeper integration, and this new playlist is a prime example. The 'Viral Chart' playlist, accessible within the Apple Music app, is updated daily with the top 50 songs that Shazam users are discovering within a 24-hour window. Forget everything you thought you knew about viral music.”

According to Apple, the playlist captures the “full spectrum of songs blowing up right now, whether through streaming, socials, TV placements, or that random 2004 banger suddenly resurfacing at bars and baseball games.” This isn't just another TikTok chart; it's a reflection of real-world discovery, from TV shows like *The White Lotus* reviving older tracks like Billy Preston's "Nothing From Nothing" to viral social media sensations.

Shazam's Viral Chart isn't limited to just one global list. Users can explore individual charts for over 40 countries, with the global chart ranking the top 50 songs and the national charts showcasing the top 25. This localized approach allows for a truly diverse and representative selection of viral hits.

While Apple remains tight-lipped about the precise algorithms behind the charts, they emphasize the focus on capturing the fastest-moving songs based on unique signals and weekly growth in Shazam identification requests.

This innovative feature promises to reshape the music discovery landscape, connecting artists with wider audiences and giving listeners a sneak peek into the tracks that are about to explode. Will Apple leverage Shazam's data for further integration in the future? Only time will tell.

What do you think about this new feature? Will it change how you discover new music? Let us know in the comments!

• Apple Music
• Shazam
• Viral Chart