spotify-player

Control Spotify playback and search tracks from the terminal.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chiragborse1/Kove --skill spotify-player-chiragborse1
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spotify-player
Source: https://github.com/chiragborse1/Kove/tree/main/skills/spotify-player
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chiragborse1/Kove --skill spotify-player-chiragborse1

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provide terminal-friendly Spotify playback and search so users can manage music without opening a GUI, enabling automation and quick control from shells and remote sessions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Terminal Playback & Search: Search tracks and control playback actions such as play, pause, next, and previous directly from the command line.
  • Device Management & Status: List available devices, set the active device, and view playback status for headless, remote, or scripted environments.
  • Fallback and Configuration: Prefer spogo but fall back to spotify_player when needed; supports importing browser cookies and configuring a client_id for Spotify Connect.

Quick Start

Use the spotify-player skill to search for "Blinding Lights" and start playback on your preferred Spotify device.

Frequently Asked Questions about spotify-player

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I control Spotify playback from the terminal?

You can control Spotify playback from the terminal by using the spogo or spotify_player binary to search tracks, play, pause, skip, and manage devices directly from your command line interface.

Can I search for Spotify tracks and manage devices in a headless Linux environment?

Yes, you can search for Spotify tracks and manage devices in a headless Linux environment by executing CLI commands to list available devices, set the active player, and view playback status without a GUI.

Do I need a Spotify Premium account to use CLI playback commands?

Yes, a Spotify Premium account is required to use CLI playback commands, along with an installed and authenticated spogo or spotify_player binary configured on your macOS or Linux system.

What is the best way to enable Spotify Connect from the command line?

The best way to enable Spotify Connect from the command line is to configure a specific client_id during your spotify_player setup, which allows seamless device selection and playback handoff.

Does the spotify-player skill support importing browser cookies for authentication?

Yes, the skill supports importing browser cookies for authentication, utilizing the spotify_player binary as a fallback to spogo for managing your terminal-based Spotify session.