Overview
Lunatic Music App is a personalized music streaming platform that offers curated playlists and a vast music library. The app customizes your listening experience based on your mood, preferences, and past habits. With an easy-to-use interface, users can explore new tracks or enjoy their favorite tunes effortlessly. Whether you’re relaxing or on the move, Lunatic Music provides the perfect soundtrack for every moment.
Goals
- Personalized music experience: Create playlists and suggestions based on user mood and listening history.
- Easy navigation: Design an intuitive interface for seamless music exploration.
- Discover new music: Help users find new songs that match their preferences.
- Consistency in all scenarios: Provide the right music, whether users are chilling, working, or on the go.
The User & Audience
- Music lovers who want tailored music that fits their mood.
- Active users looking for perfect background music for activities like work, workouts, or relaxation.
- Younger generations who prefer a dynamic and personalized listening experience.
Role & Responsibility
As a Product Designer, my role included:
- Designing user flow for a smooth, effortless experience.
- Creating an engaging UI that’s visually appealing and easy to navigate.
- Ensuring great UX, whether users are discovering new music or enjoying their usual playlists.
- Testing the design with real users to ensure usability.
Scope
- Building an interactive and responsive interface for mobile devices.
- Developing a feature for custom playlists based on user mood.
- Automated music recommendations based on user activity.
Process
- Research: Understanding user needs for personalized music experiences.
- User Personas: Crafting personas to represent different listening habits.
- Wireframing and Prototyping: Creating basic layouts focusing on ease of use and personalization.
- User Testing: Gathering feedback from real users and refining the design.
Inspiration
Inspired by other streaming apps like Spotify, but with a stronger focus on mood-based personalization and recommendations that feel more tailored to the individual.
Wireframe
The wireframe highlighted a user-friendly layout with mood playlists and recommended tracks easily accessible on the main screen, along with simplified navigation for discovering new music and accessing favorite tracks.
Struggle
Challenges included:
- Simplifying the personalization algorithm while keeping recommendations relevant.
- Balancing music discovery with familiar playlists that users are comfortable with.
Defining Design Elements
- Minimalistic UI with large album covers and clear text.
- Dynamic color scheme that shifts based on user-selected moods.
- Simple navigation, ensuring quick access to playlists, favorites, and personalized settings.
Mockup
The mockup showcased a clean, modern interface with emphasis on album art and mood indicators that help users quickly find music based on their current state of mind.
Design Decisions
- Accessible personalization: Users can easily switch between moods and view tailored playlists.
- Discovering new music: The Explore feature is optimized to highlight new, relevant music.
- Clean, responsive UI: The minimal design ensures the music takes center stage, free from distractions.
Result
The Lunatic Music App delivers a highly personalized experience, combining an intuitive interface with seamless navigation. Users enjoy the customized music recommendations and find it easy to discover new songs that fit their mood, enhancing their overall listening experience.
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