On first glance, you may think that you have just launched a reskinned iTunes that favors a darker color palate. However, there is a great deal more going on under the surface. Songbird does an excellent job of easily importing your existing iTunes library file to make the transition seamless. Once this is completed and you start digging deeper into the application, you begin to discover what truly sets Songbird apart.
First off, the developers have implemented a plugin system similar to Firefox. You can search for and install a variety of plugins to enable a host of functionality like album art, iPod compatibility, and more. This really opens the floodgates to innovation by providing a flexible music player platform.
