spotify-player

Control Spotify playback, search tracks, and select devices from a terminal.

Updated Mar 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chebizarro/swarmstr --skill spotify-player-chebizarro
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spotify-player
Source: https://github.com/chebizarro/swarmstr/tree/main/skills/spotify-player
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chebizarro/swarmstr --skill spotify-player-chebizarro

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to control your Spotify playback, search for music, and manage devices directly from your terminal, eliminating the need to switch applications.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Playback Control: Play, pause, skip to the next or previous track.
  • Music Search: Find songs and artists on Spotify.
  • Device Management: List and select playback devices.
  • Use Case: While coding, you want to quickly play a specific song or pause your music without leaving your terminal. You can use this Skill to perform these actions instantly.

Quick Start

Use the spotify-player skill to search for the track 'Bohemian Rhapsody' by Queen.

Frequently Asked Questions about spotify-player

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I control Spotify playback from the terminal?

You can control Spotify playback from the terminal by using the spotify-player Skill, which supports play, pause, skip, and track search commands. It requires a Spotify Premium account and either the spogo or spotify_player command-line tool to be installed.

Can I search for music on Spotify without leaving the command line?

Yes, you can search for music on the command line using this Skill. It enables terminal-based track and artist search directly, allowing you to find and play specific songs like 'Bohemian Rhapsody' without switching applications.

Do I need Spotify Premium to use terminal-based music control?

Yes, you need a Spotify Premium subscription to use terminal-based music control with this Skill. Additionally, you must have either the spogo or spotify_player package installed locally to interface with your account.

Does the spotify-player Skill support device selection for audio output?

Yes, the Skill supports device selection for audio output. You can list available playback devices and select a specific target from your terminal, ensuring seamless audio management across your connected hardware.

What is the best way to manage Spotify devices while coding?

The best way to manage Spotify devices while coding is using a terminal-based Skill like spotify-player. It lists and selects playback devices directly from the command line, eliminating the need to context-switch to a graphical application.

Why does terminal Spotify playback require spogo or spotify_player?

Terminal Spotify playback requires spogo or spotify_player because these command-line tools provide the underlying interface needed to communicate with the Spotify API. The Skill relies on one of these installed dependencies to execute playback and search commands.