Unraveling the Mystery of Shazam's Song Identification Technology
Shazam, a widely popular app, has revolutionized the way we identify music. The app's ability to recognize songs by just listening to them seems almost magical. The algorithm, initially documented in 2003, remains a cornerstone in audio identification technology. This article delves into the technical workings of Shazam, supplemented by insights from an open-source project called abracadabra, which implements Shazam’s methodology.