New apps allow music fans to interact with records

By Natasha Baker AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Musicians in the digital age are turning to apps to woo fans and also engage them in the creative process to create new music and art. Apps featuring indie rock band Metric, pop sensation Lady Gaga and the late John Lennon were released last week that allow fans to re-mix tracks, create music-inspired art or access rare recordings. Toronto-based Metric's new app, METRIC Synthetica, available on iOS devices, lets fans interact with music from the band's new album using finger gestures to re-mix tunes and create their own music. "Music in the modern day is about a lot more than just the music itself," said James Shaw, the lead singer of Metric and producer of the album.



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