MUSICMATCH for the Mac is MP3 Music to Your Ears; Streaming Music and Custom CD Creation with New MUSICMATCH Jukebox for the Mac

Business Wire, Jan 9, 2001

Business Editors & High-Tech Writers

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 9, 2001

Who needs a stereo system these days when music fans can simply turn their beloved Mac into a complete personal music system?

MUSICMATCH, Inc., inventor of the world's first all-in-one jukebox software, today introduced the latest version of MUSICMATCH(R) Jukebox(TM) and MUSICMATCH Jukebox Plus for the Mac at Macworld Expo. Music fans can now download the software at www.musicmatch.com/mac and begin using a system that makes it easier than ever to play, record, organize and discover new music on the Mac.

MUSICMATCH now offers an enhanced MUSICMATCH Jukebox for the Mac line that streams MP3 digital tracks, giving Mac music fans the power and excitement of easily discovering new music on the Web. The improved MUSICMATCH Guide brings new music recommendations and comprehensive artist information -- such as album art, notes and artist biographies on tracks currently in play.

MUSICMATCH Jukebox Plus offers new CD burning capabilities (in conjunction with the Adaptec(R) Toast(TM) CD recording program), a graphic equalizer and line-in recording that give music fans more flexibility with their music and offer new ways to enjoy music on the Mac and beyond.

"The universal passion for music isn't dependent on the listener's computer platform or entertainment system," said Dennis Mudd, CEO of MUSICMATCH Inc. "Continuing to enhance our products for Mac users is just one example of our commitment to providing the ultimate music experience for all music lovers."

Enjoy Music Like Never Before

Built for Mac music fans by Mac music fans, MUSICMATCH Jukebox for the Mac offers free unlimited CD-quality encoding and exciting new ways for listeners to enjoy music, discover new artists, and organize and customize their music experience:

-- Listen to more music - MUSICMATCH Jukebox fans can now listen to their
favorite music by streaming MP3s and playing AIFF and MP3 files.

-- Take music everywhere - Mac fans can create and download the perfect song
Playlist to popular portable MP3 players, such as the RCA/Thomson Lyra and the
Creative Nomad II.

-- Customize the look and feel - New skins let the music fan decide how their
MUSICMATCH Jukebox will look, based on personal styles and color schemes.

-- Create perfect mood music - An enhanced AutoDJ and multiple track tagging
help fans easily create the perfect Playlist for each mood or event,
effortlessly.

Turn It Up a Notch

And for music fans who want even more control of their music, MUSICMATCH Jukebox Plus for the Mac offers additional power features:

-- Create custom CDs - New CD burning support and multiple CD

drive support give Mac fans the ability to create their own

compilation CDs of favorite tunes.

-- Turn old music into digital music - With new line-in

recording, music fans can create a library of favorite music

from their CD, cassette and vinyl record collections.

-- Pump up the volume - An enhanced graphic equalizer with preset

and custom settings give music fans ultimate sound control.

Since the July debut of MUSICMATCH Jukebox for the Mac, Mac music fans have welcomed and embraced the software program. MUSICMATCH Jukebox for the Mac holds an 87-percent "thumbs up" approval rating with CNET users, and TIME magazine calls it "the best free MP3 player for Mac users."

Pricing and System Requirements

MUSICMATCH Jukebox Plus for the Mac is now available for $19.99 and both the Plus and basic versions are available for download at www.musicmatch.com/mac. MUSICMATCH Jukebox for the Mac (basic) is also available free of charge. Both programs require G3 or greater, OS 8.6 or higher, speakers/headphones and Stuffit Expander.

About MUSICMATCH, Inc.

MUSICMATCH, Inc, founded in 1997 and based in San Diego, is a recognized leader in developing personalized music software and services that make music the right backdrop for whatever people are doing, wherever they are.

The company invented the first digital music jukebox in 1997 and now, one of the most highly acclaimed digital music programs, MUSICMATCH Jukebox is enjoyed by more than 12 million music fans worldwide. MUSICMATCH is a privately held company with significant investment from Redpoint Ventures, Intel Capital and Thomson Multimedia.

For additional information on MUSICMATCH, visit http://www.musicmatch.com.

Note: MusicMatch is a registered trademark of MusicMatch Inc. MusicMatch Jukebox is a trademark of MusicMatch Inc.