New web based service, Midomi claims be able to name that tune. With the use of a microphone, you can hum part of a song, or make an attempt at the lyrics, and midomi will record your version and figure out the name of the song you are looking for. You can listen to people’s attempts at singing the song, or preview a few seconds of the original version. Midomi also provides a link to purchase the track, if you find the right song.

This would have been the perfect tool for me back when I worked at a record store in college. I think that one could have a good time just listening to other people trying to sing their favorite pop hits. In terms of usefulness, it seems to work pretty well, though I don’t know how extensive of a catalog they can support. For current pop hits I think they would fare pretty well….for the rare stuff I’m interested to see how they do.

This was taken from their website.

midomi.com makes it fun and easy to find and discover music and people. For the first time, you can use your voice to instantly connect to your favorite music, and to a community of people that share your musical interests. Listen to voices, see pictures, rate singers, send messages, buy music, and more.