TouchTunes
social jukebox and entertainment company
TouchTunes is a social jukebox and entertainment company that provides interactive music system in bars, restaurants, and other social venues. Founded in 1998, the company makes digital music systems that allow users to select and play songs through touchscreen interfaces and mobile applications.
Overview
TouchTunes operates a network of over 65,000 digital jukeboxes across North America and Europe. Users can browse music libraries, create playlists, and control playback using the TouchTunes mobile app, available on iOS and Android. The platform integrates social and gamification features.
PlayNetwork 2017 - 2021
In May 2017, TouchTunes Interactive Network merged with PlayNetwork and the combined company's headquarters was reported to be located at New York City and Seattle.
In September 2021, rival retail music distributor Mood Media acquired PlayNetwork from TouchTunes.
TouchTunes chart
Billboard maintained a weekly chart of tracks played on TouchTunes machines until 2003.
TouchTunes now publishes its own airplay charts.
Patent dispute with Ecast, Inc.
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