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Uru Uru  – Empowering Independent Musicians to Sell Music Directly (USA)

Problem Statement / Business Challenge

Independent musicians struggled with high commission fees, fragmented sales tools, and limited live sales capabilities. Traditional platforms also blocked direct fan relationships, limiting engagement and revenue.

Objectives / Strategy/Solution

1. We developed Uru Uru, a native iOS app that empowers independent musicians to:

  • Upload music and manage albums directly.
  • Set prices and generate QR codes for instant purchases.
  • Enable secure, real-time transactions via Apple In-App Purchase.
  • Promote music through social links and personalized fan engagement.

2. The app ensures intuitive use for both artists and fans while eliminating platform fees and enhancing real-time sales during performances.

Technology Stack

  • Frontend: Swift (iOS).
  • Backend: Node.js with Express.js.
  • Database: MongoDB.
  • Cloud Hosting: AWS.
  • QR Code: Google ZXing Library.
  • Payments: Apple In-App Purchase API.
  • Analytics: Firebase.

Team Size

  • 1 iOS Developer.
  • 1 Backend Developer.
  • 1 UI/UX Designer.
  • 1 QA Engineer.

Duration

  • 10 Weeks (Design to App Store Launch)

Business Outcome/Benefits

  • 100% Revenue Retention: Artists keep full earnings with no commission fees.
  • 30–40% Boost in concert sales via QR code-based transactions.
  • 85% User Satisfaction reported for ease of uploading and selling music.
  • Stronger Fan Engagement: Direct connections enable loyalty and content sharing.

Conclusion

Uru Uru revolutionizes how independent artists monetize their music by providing a fee-free, user-friendly, and scalable platform. It enhances fan interaction, boosts live sales, and grants musicians full control over their content and revenue.

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