Disctopia

Disctopia is a streaming platform built for independent artists, podcasters, and creatives — a space where content creators share their work without the constraints of traditional streaming services. As the streaming industry became more competitive, Disctopia needed a modern, fully integrated digital ecosystem that reflected its brand and vision.

ACM was brought in to design and ship the entire platform: web app, mobile apps, the patent-pending engagement metric that anchors the whole experience, an enterprise streaming-as-a-service layer, and a creator advertising platform on top.

• 01
  Streaming web appA performant streaming experience for music, podcasts, and creator-led media — optimized for usability, security, and the playback reliability listeners expect.
• 02
  iOS & Android appsNative mobile apps that connect creators and listeners on every surface, with playback continuity across web and device.
• 03
  TruePlay engagement metricThe patent-pending metric that measures real listen-through behavior — not download counts. Patrick Hill holds the patent filing.
• 04
  Disctopia EnterpriseStreaming-as-a-service for organizations: custom streaming, learning management, and audience layers for enterprise clients.
• 05
  Waves advertising platformThe creator-side ad platform at waves.disctopia.com — built so independent creators earn a better revenue share than legacy hosts offer.

Press play. Imagine you're a creator. Every second of actual listening here is what TruePlay counts — not the moment the file was requested.

• Frontend
  Next.js · React NativeOne language across web and mobile. Native feel on iOS and Android.
• Backend
  Azure · Microsoft platformStorage, streaming infrastructure, and identity built on the same platform ACM has shipped enterprise software on for 15 years.
• AI tools
  Claude Code · Cursor · CopilotUsed to compress build cycles on first drafts and repetitive logic. Every line reviewed and owned by a senior engineer.
• Patent
  TruePlayPatent filed and pending — the engagement metric at the center of the platform.