music hosting service
/ˈmjuːzɪk ˈhoʊstɪŋ ˈsɜːrvɪs/ · mu·sic host·ing ser·vice
noun
- A digital platform that stores, streams, and distributes audio recordings for users over the internet. Bandcamp is a popular music hosting service that lets independent artists sell their tracks directly to fans.
- A business that provides online storage and playback capabilities for musicians, allowing them to upload and share their work. After signing up for a music hosting service, the band could embed their new single on their website.
Synonyms
Did you know? The first widely recognized music hosting service, MP3.com, launched in 1997 and pioneered the model of online music distribution that many modern platforms still follow.