Kanora
Native Music Companion
Remember when iTunes cared about your library? Kanora brings back that feeling with a fresh, fully native SwiftUI app that manages files locally, rips CDs, and plays beautifully through AirPlay.
The Problem with Modern Music
Music streaming has become expensive, invasive, and limiting. Here's what Kanora fixes:
Streaming Burnout
Own your listening again. Kanora manages the files you already have locally without recurring subscriptions or disappearing albums.
Desktop Neglect
Modern services treat the desktop like an afterthought. Kanora is crafted for macOS first, with windows, menus, and shortcuts that feel native.
Metadata Chaos
Import flows clean up tags, artwork, and structure so massive archives stay organized and searchable.
No Insight
Play history, listening stats, and planned remote API access give you observability over every session.
Why Kanora?
Native Mac Experience
SwiftUI interface with buttery animations, system media controls, and full keyboard support made specifically for macOS.
Serious Library Tools
Import, tidy, and browse huge collections with smart views, metadata editing, and powerful search built on Core Data.
CD Ripping Built-In
Rip directly from physical media with automatic lookup, accurate metadata, and gapless playback ready files.
Designed for Expansion
Embedded REST API and Catalyst groundwork unlock remote control, iPad support, and future mobile clients.
Currently Building
The native macOS build is deep in development with daily dogfooding across a 20k+ track library. CD ripping, playback, smart filtering, and analytics are live while remote access and Catalyst layouts are underway.
What Makes Kanora Different?
vs Spotify
No monthly fees, no ads, no algorithm pushing content you don't want. Just your music, organized your way.
vs iTunes
All the good parts of iTunes (library management, smart playlists) rebuilt with SwiftUI, Core Data, and modern concurrency so it feels fast and stable again.
vs Plex
Focused specifically on music with better organization, faster streaming, and a cleaner interface designed for desktop use.
Future Ideas (if I ever get around to it...)
Native Companion Apps
Catalyst groundwork opens the door for iPad and iPhone companions. The vision is seamless remote playback, queue management, and offline sync wherever you are.
VR Listening Room
A virtual reality client for Meta Quest that creates a virtual listening room. Browse your music library in 3D space, create immersive listening environments, and experience your music in a whole new way.
Built With Modern Tech
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Ready to Try Kanora?
Kanora is actively being developed in the open. Follow progress, request access, and grab the latest build from the official site.