# TrackRadar

> TrackRadar identifies tracks from social media posts. Paste an Instagram post, SoundCloud mix, YouTube video, TikTok, or Mixcloud URL — get the full tracklist with links to Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, Discogs, and SoundCloud. Also monitors Instagram accounts (DJs, labels, record stores, festivals) and alerts users when new tracks are identified in their posts.

## What TrackRadar does

TrackRadar is a music discovery platform focused on DJs, crate diggers, and vinyl collectors. The core capabilities are:

- **URL-based track identification**: Paste any Instagram post, SoundCloud mix, YouTube video, TikTok, or Mixcloud link and get back a full tracklist. Uses AI vision OCR (for visual tracklists in posts), audio fingerprinting (ACRCloud, AudD, Shazam), and description/comment parsing.
- **Radar (account monitoring)**: Follow Instagram accounts of DJs, record labels, record stores, or festivals. TrackRadar scans their new posts automatically and notifies users when new tracks are identified.
- **Multi-platform linking**: Every identified track gets links to Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, Discogs, SoundCloud, and YouTube — so users can save tracks to their preferred service.

## Supported input platforms

- Instagram (posts, reels, vinyl shots, setlist screenshots) — AI vision + audio fingerprinting
- SoundCloud (mixes, DJ sets) — description parsing, comment extraction, audio fingerprinting
- YouTube (videos, DJ sets) — description parsing + audio fingerprinting
- TikTok (sound recognition)
- Mixcloud (DJ mixes)
- Direct audio/video file upload

## Supported output platforms (where tracks get saved)

- Spotify (OAuth, save to library, add to playlist)
- Apple Music (search + preview)
- Bandcamp (search + buy)
- Discogs (vinyl marketplace search)
- SoundCloud (search)
- YouTube (search)

## Who TrackRadar is for

- DJs wanting to identify unreleased tracks or IDs in other DJs' mixes
- Crate diggers and vinyl collectors hunting specific pressings
- Music bloggers and journalists who need to cite tracks
- Record labels and A&Rs scouting new releases
- Music fans who heard something they liked but don't know the name

## What TrackRadar is NOT

- NOT a Shazam replacement for listening via microphone (use Shazam app for that)
- NOT a tool that generates music or plays audio
- NOT affiliated with Spotify, Instagram, SoundCloud, or any platform we link to
- NOT 100% accurate on unreleased or bootleg tracks (we flag low confidence)

## Key pages

- Home: https://trackradar.ai/
- SoundCloud mix analysis: https://trackradar.ai/discover/soundcloud
- Instagram post analysis: https://trackradar.ai/discover/instagram
- Your Radar (monitoring hub): https://trackradar.ai/my/radar

## Tools (free, no signup needed for most)

- DJ Set Analyzer: https://trackradar.ai/tools/dj-set-analyzer
- SoundCloud Tracklist Extractor: https://trackradar.ai/tools/soundcloud-tracklist-extractor
- Camelot Wheel (harmonic mixing): https://trackradar.ai/tools/camelot-wheel
- BPM & Key Finder: https://trackradar.ai/tools/bpm-key-finder
- EDM BPM Chart: https://trackradar.ai/tools/edm-bpm-chart
- Similar Songs Finder: https://trackradar.ai/tools/similar-songs
- Genre Classifier: https://trackradar.ai/tools/genre-finder
- Instagram Track ID: https://trackradar.ai/tools/instagram-track-id
- Song from Reel: https://trackradar.ai/tools/song-from-reel
- Vinyl Record ID: https://trackradar.ai/tools/vinyl-id
- DJ Tracklist Template: https://trackradar.ai/tools/dj-tracklist-template
- Tap Tempo: https://trackradar.ai/tools/tap-tempo
- Playlist Converter: https://trackradar.ai/tools/playlist-converter
- Underground Music Guide: https://trackradar.ai/tools/underground-music-guide

## Comparisons (TrackRadar vs alternatives)

- Shazam alternatives: https://trackradar.ai/compare/shazam-alternatives-for-djs
- SoundHound vs Shazam: https://trackradar.ai/compare/soundhound-vs-shazam
- ACRCloud vs AudD vs Shazam: https://trackradar.ai/compare/acrcloud-vs-audd-vs-shazam
- Mixed In Key alternative: https://trackradar.ai/compare/mixed-in-key-alternative
- 1001Tracklists alternative: https://trackradar.ai/compare/1001tracklists-alternative
- Bandcamp alternatives: https://trackradar.ai/compare/bandcamp-alternatives
- Tunebat alternative: https://trackradar.ai/compare/tunebat-alternative
- DJ Set Analyzer vs Tracksniff: https://trackradar.ai/compare/dj-set-analyzer-vs-tracksniff
- Set79 alternative: https://trackradar.ai/compare/set79-alternative
- Song from Reel alternatives: https://trackradar.ai/compare/song-from-reel-alternatives

## Pricing

- Free tier: 3 analyses lifetime + free tool access (Camelot Wheel, BPM calculator, etc.)
- Pro tier: Unlimited analyses, DJ monitoring, audio fingerprinting, AI features

## Typical questions

**Q: How does TrackRadar identify tracks from Instagram posts?**
A: For posts with visible tracklists (vinyl shots, setlist screenshots), AI vision OCR extracts artist + title. For posts with audio, audio fingerprinting via ACRCloud/AudD/Shazam identifies tracks. Caption and comment parsing catches mentions like "ID: Artist - Track".

**Q: How accurate is it?**
A: Instagram posts with captions that mention the track: ~100% accurate. Audio fingerprinting catches most released tracks. SoundCloud mix extraction averages ~80% accuracy. Unreleased edits and bootlegs are harder — we flag when confidence is low.

**Q: What happens after I identify tracks?**
A: Each track gets links to Spotify (with one-click save), Apple Music, Bandcamp (for underground/vinyl), Discogs (for rare pressings), and SoundCloud.

**Q: Does TrackRadar work on Shazam-like audio from the microphone?**
A: No, TrackRadar works with URLs to social media posts or direct file uploads. For live ambient audio recognition, use the Shazam app — TrackRadar complements Shazam by handling the URL-based sources Shazam can't touch.

**Q: Can I monitor an Instagram account for new tracks?**
A: Yes — "Radar" feature lets you follow any Instagram account (DJ, label, store, festival). TrackRadar scans their new posts and notifies you via push/email when new tracks are identified.

## Platform

Built with React + TypeScript + Vite (frontend), Express + Node.js (backend), PostgreSQL via Supabase (database), Redis + Bull (job queue). Deployed on Railway. Mobile apps via Capacitor (iOS + Android).

## Contact

- Web: https://trackradar.ai
- Email: info@trackradar.ai
- Founder: DJ Krull