# nugs

> Only streaming app dedicated to live music | Official audio, video & livestreams

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.nugs.multiband](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.nugs.multiband)

## Overview

- **ID:** `net.nugs.multiband`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** nugs.net
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 981,393
- **Rating:** 4.63 / 5 (7,200 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-09
- **First published:** 2015-11-09
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 39 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.nugs.multiband)
- **Website:** [http://nugs.net](http://nugs.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://nugs.net/privacy.aspx](http://nugs.net/privacy.aspx)

## Description

nugs is the premier live music streaming app dedicated to delivering official concert audio, pro-shot livestreams, and archival videos. With an exclusive and extensive catalog featuring legendary artists like Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen, Metallica, and many more, nugs offers fans access to both new performances and timeless concert moments in hi-res and lossless quality.

Enjoy live concert livestreams in 4K, create and share playlists, save shows for offline listening, and experience ad-free streaming across multiple devices including Smart TVs, Sonos, and AppleTV. Free access includes live audio streams and 24/7 nugs radio, while subscribers unlock full catalogs, premium sound, and exclusive content. Start your 7-day free trial and dive into the world of live music like never before with nugs.

## Rankings

- #69,162 — Overall
- #25 — Music and audio (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`
- `jp.co.sony.threesixtyra.system.permission.OBTAIN_HRTF`
- `net.nugs.multiband.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise nugs for its huge, ever-growing library of live music, strong sound quality, and the ability to replay shows through archives and Couch Tour, all at good value. However, several reviews repeatedly note reliability problems like crashes, freezing, and buffering, as well as user-experience gaps such as missing personalization features (playlists, recently viewed shows) and the inability to clear search history. Some also express concern about price increases. Overall, the app is valued for content, but stability and UX improvements are common requests.

### Pros

- Extensive live music catalog with frequent updates
- Good sound quality
- Replays/archives and live listening features (Couch Tour)
- Strong value for money / affordable subscription

### Cons

- Reliability issues: crashes, freezes, buffering and playback problems
- UX/personalization gaps: lack of playlists, previously viewed shows, and ability to clear search history
- Pricing concerns: noticeable price increases affecting value

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.nugs.multiband)