Music, it has been said, is the great uniter.

Libraries aiming to elevate their digital catalog find Hoopla’s music collection to be a compelling asset, offering patrons more than just free tunes. It delivers a library-branded music experience that combines convenience, discovery, and cultural richness and can bring communities together.

Hoopla’s music offering is fully integrated into the library ecosystem: patrons use one borrow to get seven days of access to full music albums, with the ability to stream or download for offline listening—no holds, waitlists, fees, or late returns. With unlimited access during the borrowing period, patrons enjoy a seamless experience from library catalog to playlist.

Major Artists, Immediate Access

One of Hoopla’s key advantages for libraries is its robust catalog featuring top-tier artists and titles.

Patrons can instantly borrow and stream today’s hottest artists like Taylor Swift (including the newly released The Life of a Showgirl), Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan, as well as iconic albums from the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Wonder, and Led Zeppelin, and even soundtracks from major motion pictures like KPop Demon Hunters and Wicked: For Good.

Hoopla stands apart from many music streaming services that delay full-album access: nearly all albums on Hoopla are available instantly on their release date. Patrons can borrow and stream the latest hits, delivering excitement and immediacy that enhances patron satisfaction and engagement.

Cultivating Discovery and Genre Exploration

Hoopla is a discovery-friendly platform.

Libraries can spotlight newer artists—like Chappell Roan, whose energetic career and infectious tracks have quickly made her a star—and encourage genre exploration. Shuffle features, playlists, and personalized radio-style suggestions guide patrons toward unexpected finds, broadening musical horizons and enriching community engagement.

Allowing patrons to listen to complete albums is a powerful value proposition. It enhances library services by giving music lovers freedom to explore risk-free, then make informed purchasing decisions based on their listening experience. This approach supports discovery of artists by helping turn casual listeners into fans.

Music in the Community

Hoopla’s music collection complements library programming and outreach.

For example, genres that originated from—or were shaped by—the Black experience, such as gospel and blues, are ideal for inclusion in Black History Month programming.

Additionally, locally curated private collections and special playlists inspired by patron recommendations can also help libraries connect with community activities, such as concerts, touring musicals, and other shows and events.

Library-Centric Features and Accessibility

  • Multi-format integration: Hoopla combines music with audiobooks, eBooks, movies, and TV in one app, making it the only all-in-one platform.
  • Offline playback: Patrons can download the music they borrow, essential for commuting or low-coverage areas.
  • Car-friendly interfaces: With Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, Hoopla encourages in-car listening—an ideal complement to library promotion initiatives.

Why Public Libraries Should Promote Hoopla Music

  • Meets modern patron expectations: Patrons expect digital content that’s easy, free, and high-quality. Hoopla delivers.
  • Boosts visibility and usage: Promoting Hoopla music in newsletters, on apps, or in physical spaces can increase library engagement and demonstrate digital value.
  • Empowers diverse discovery: Libraries can serve as musical curators, highlighting everything from mainstream chart-toppers to indie gems, benefiting patrons of all demographics.

Hoopla’s collection enriches public library service with a comprehensive, holds-free, full-album streaming platform.

It keeps pace with modern patron behavior—instant access, discoverability, mobility, and choice. And unlike platforms that allow patrons to permanently keep downloaded music, Hoopla’s platform boosts repeat engagement with the library, making it much easier to demonstrate ongoing usage and value.

Whether you’re showcasing Lady Gaga on release day or introducing patrons to Benson Boone’s vibrant artistry, Hoopla music reflects the evolving role of libraries as community-unifying cultural and technological hubs.