Exclusive: New app myFRONTMAN lets users stream gigs in real-time

New app myFRONTMAN enables users to view live concerts in real-time as opposed to archived footage.

The app, created by Camden-based miner turned app developer Russell Jones, works by allowing the venue or artist to live stream a gig via the app’s delivery network for free. The concert is streamed in high definition on the devices of every subscriber. The price fans pay to stream the gig is dictated by the artist however the pricing tier begins at $4.99 and goes up to $99.99.

The app is interactive with Facebook and Twitter and sends users Push notifications for users’ selected events.

myFRONTMAN is now available for free download on Android supported devices via Google Play. TMN understands the app will soon be available on iOS.

Google Play takes a 30% share of total revenue and 8% (excluding GST) is paid to APRA AMCOS. The remaining revenue is split 50/50 between myFRONTMAN and the artist, withthe cost incurred to stream content being paid for out of myFRONTMAN’s share.

Russell Jones said the app will benefit artists looking for a wider audience reach and fans who live in remote areas.

“Previously working in the mining industry I understand the feeling of isolation and fear of missing out," said Jones."I hope this will mean that people living in remote areas have the opportunity to indulge in the joy of music. This app is for anyone and everyone!”

myFRONTMAN is also offering to assist with the filming and editing of live performances in any state or city Australia-wide.

Jones said he is working withAustralian inventor Ric Richardson to expand the app globally.

The launch of the app follows a report by the Australian Bureau of Statistics which pin-pointed cultural event attendance barriers for people with disabilities. Physical access barriers were identified not only as the basic problem of not being able to enter or move through a building, but also included not being able to enter and enjoy cultural and leisure venues.

Other barriers are the cost of attending events (if an extra ticket is needed to be bought for a carer or if a specific transport is required), issues with transport (difficulty with public transport use, no designated parking), venues with limited or no wheelchair access, lack of sign language interpreters at performances and talks and no large print signs and labels.