# nugs: Live Music Lives Here — Livestreams & Concert Audio

> Live music streaming app with artist-official audio, video, and livestreams. (iPhone/iPad app by nugs.net enterprises, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nugs-live-music-lives-here/id1032794422 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [nugs.net enterprises, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/327248667)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 54,764 App Store ratings · 525 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 90 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-11-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nugs-live-music-lives-here/id1032794422/reviews.md

## What is nugs?

nugs is the premiere app for live music streaming, featuring pro-shot livestreams, artist-official concert audio, and archival concert videos from emerging acts to the world's most iconic artists. Our exclusive concert catalog features an unparalleled collection of live music in hi-res, giving fans around the world access to last night's show and unforgettable moments from decades past.

SUBSCRIBE NOW & EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF LIVE MUSIC:
- Join tonight's show live with exclusive livestreams
- Straight from the artists, new & archival show recordings are added daily
- Watch full-concert videos on demand
- Enjoy premium sound quality with Hi-Res lossless streaming available
- Discover epic live moments, hidden gems, & themed compilations with curated playlists
- Create & share playlists of your live-music mixes
- Save shows & playlists for offline streaming
- Follow your favorite artists & discover new ones
- Get unlimited & ad-free streaming through the app, your computer, Sonos, BluOS, Roku, Amazon Fire TV & AppleTV 
- Subscribers also get access to exclusive offers, giveaways, and discounts on nugs.net

GET MORE LIVE MUSIC
Free nugs access includes live audio streams, the 24/7 nugs radio, as well as weekly featured shows from the archives. Subscribers can enjoy nugs full catalog of official audio, livestreams, and video archives. And for the most discerning fans, nugs Hi-Res subscribers also get 4K videos, plus lossless hi-res streaming, MQA, and immersive 360 Reality Audio. 

FEATURED ARTISTS INCLUDE
Pearl Jam - Bruce Springsteen - Billy Strings - Dead & Company - Metallica - Phish - Goose - Widespread Panic - Jack White - The White Stripes - Johnny Blue Skies - Tedeschi Trucks Band - The Allman Brothers Band - Grateful Dead - Jerry Garcia - Wilco - My Morning Jacket - The String Cheese Incident - The Disco Biscuits - Umphrey’s McGee - Pixies - Gov’t Mule - King Crimson - Peter Gabriel - Portugal. The Man - Blues Traveler - Counting Crows - Santana - and MANY MORE!

nugs was founded and is staffed by live-music fanatics and features an industry leading library of professionally-recorded, officially licensed live concerts from iconic artists and today’s touring acts. Our mission is simple: to spread the joy of live music.

nugs Subscription Payment and Auto-Renewal Terms:
nugs offers auto-renewing monthly and annual subscriptions to stream music from the nugs catalog.
2 subscription types are available, each with two tiers: monthly (30 days) and annual (365 days). All subscriptions auto-renew.
A nugs monthly subscription is $12.99 per month or $119.99 per year for new users. Plans auto-renew at $14.99 per month or $149.99 per year after the first year.  A nugs Hi-Res monthly subscription is $24.99 per month and the yearly subscription is $249.99 per year.
Payment will be charged to the iTunes Account at the time of your purchase.
Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
Accounts will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period.
Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the users Account Settings after purchase.
nugs Terms of Use at http://nugs.net/terms.aspx
nugs Privacy Policy at http://nugs.net/privacy.aspx

## Key features

- Live concert audio streaming
- Pro-shot livestreams
- Archival concert videos
- Hi-res lossless streaming
- Curated playlists
- Offline playback
- Artist following

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| nugs | $14.99 | per month |
| nugs.net | $14.99 | per month |
| nugs.net | $149.99 | per year |
| nugs Hi-Res | $24.99 | per month |
| nugs.net (no trial) | $14.99 | per month |
| nugs Hi-Res | $24.99 | per month |
| Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| nugs | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| nugs | $14.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| webcast | $24.99 | one-time |
| webcast | $19.99 | one-time |
| multi-night webcast | $35.99 | one-time |
| multi-night webcast | $49.99 | one-time |
| webcast | $34.99 | one-time |
| webcast | $29.99 | one-time |
| multi-night webcast | $99.99 | one-time |
| HD Webcast | $39.99 | one-time |
| multi-night webcast | $44.99 | one-time |
| HD Multi-Show Webcast | $59.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #11 in Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

## What do users think of nugs?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎶 Amazing music selection
- 🔊 High-quality audio
- 🤩 Fantastic for live music fans
- 🕰️ Keeps memories alive
- 💻 Great for desktop and mobile

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
- 🔍 Confusing user interface
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🌐 Limited content availability outside the US
- 🔇 Offline playback issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Playback stops when switching apps
- Inconsistent song/show tracking
- Unreliable downloads and syncing
- Streaming issues on poor connections

**Most requested features**

- Add iPad app support
- Implement playlist management features
- Improve offline listening capabilities
- Provide better integration with TVs and home audio
- Add more artist options beyond jam bands

## Recent user reviews (10 of 525)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nugs-live-music-lives-here/id1032794422/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Worth it

*2026-08-22, version 4.3.4*

Best app for live music

### 5/5 — Can’t Nugs enough

*2026-08-15, version 4.3.4*

I can’t get enough. Thank you David Gans and Gary Lambert for hosting Brad Serling during the “Days Between” and putting me on to my new favorite source for music.

### 5/5 — 🎵RaD App🎵

*2026-08-12, version 4.3.4*

NuGs finds your way to some EPiC ViBZ of LiVE MuZaC🎵🎶

### 5/5 — Nugs changed my life

*2026-08-09, version 4.3.4*

Whoever thought of nugs net should be given a Nobel peace prize. This is the type of forward thinking that will lead humanity to do great things. This is the best app since the iPhone itself.

### 5/5 — Live Music Support

*2026-08-08, version 4.3.4*

If you love live music, want to support the bands more than just a Spotify listen, the sound (recordings) are amazing and the library is always growing, really enjoy this service! 10/10

### 5/5 — I’m too old for this!

*2026-08-06, version 4.3.4*

I can’t see at a Billy Strings concert because of everyone dancing in front of me. So I stay home and watch it on my computer and let the kids have the venue. I did plenty of dancing to Van Halen, Def Leppard and UFO.

### 5/5 — non custy vibe

*2026-08-05, version 4.3.4*

sensimillia experience

### 5/5 — Nugs

*2026-08-01, version 4.3.4*

No fooling, it’s good!

### 5/5 — Enjoining

*2026-07-30, version 4.3.4*

My 2nd year on nugs and they have stepped up their game. I have less connectivity is way better this year

### 5/5 — Best $ Spent

*2026-07-28, version 4.3.4*

Nothing comes close to the value and sweetness of this creation 
🙏💙

## Frequently asked questions about nugs

### What is this app?

This app is a platform for streaming live music. It offers pro-shot livestreams, artist-official concert audio, and archival concert videos from a wide range of artists, from emerging acts to iconic musicians. You can enjoy live performances as they happen or explore a deep catalog of past shows.

### What are the key features?

Key features include joining live shows via exclusive livestreams, daily additions of new and archival show recordings, on-demand full-concert videos, premium sound quality with Hi-Res lossless streaming, curated playlists, the ability to create and share playlists, offline streaming for saved shows and playlists, and the option to follow favorite artists.

### How much does it cost?

The app offers a freemium model. Free access includes live audio streams, 24/7 radio, and weekly featured shows. Subscribers can access the full catalog of official audio, livestreams, and video archives. There are monthly and annual subscription options, with higher tiers for Hi-Res audio and 4K video. Pricing starts at $12.99 per month for a standard subscription.

### What devices is it compatible with?

The app provides unlimited and ad-free streaming through the app on mobile devices, as well as on computers, Sonos, BluOS, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and AppleTV. This ensures a broad range of compatibility for users to enjoy live music across their preferred devices.

### Who is this app for?

This app is designed for live music fanatics and fans who want to experience concerts beyond just attending them in person. It's for those who appreciate high-quality audio and video recordings, enjoy discovering new artists, and want to keep up with their favorite musicians' live performances.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.3.4 — 2026-07-21

• Fixed an issue where the app rating prompt appeared too frequently.
• Fixed an issue with Sony headphone optimization.

### 4.3.3 — 2026-06-25

• Fixed an issue where the app rating prompt appeared too frequently.
• Fixed an issue with Sony headphone optimization.

### 4.3.2 — 2026-05-21

* General maintenance and bug fixes

### 4.3.1 — 2026-04-30

* General maintenance and bug fixes

### 4.3 — 2026-04-16

• Introducing Play Dead, the official Grateful Dead streaming app. Available as an addition to a nugs subscription, users can now stream exclusive Play Dead content in the nugs app, including new Hi-Res masters from the Grateful Dead live tape Vault.

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