8tracks

8tracks.com was an internet radio and social networking platform that allowed users to create, share, and stream playlists of at least eight tracks.

Founded in 2006 by David Porter, the platform launched in 2008 and quickly grew in popularity, reaching nearly 8 million monthly active users at its peak. It emphasized user-generated content, enabling individuals to craft personalized mixes for music discovery. The service featured free browsing and streaming of mixes, focusing on human curation rather than algorithms. Users could create free accounts to build their mixes, complete with titles, artwork, and tags. A subscription tier, 8tracks Plus, offered enhanced features for listeners in the U.S. and Canada. The platform was known for its crowd-curated radio experience, connecting users through shared music interests. After ceasing operations in 2019, 8tracks was relaunched in 2020, continuing to serve its community of music enthusiasts.