spotify-player

Control Spotify playback and search from the terminal.

1|Updated May 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos --skill spotify-player-estebanrfp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spotify-player
Source: https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos/tree/main/skills/spotify-player
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/estebanrfp/gos --skill spotify-player-estebanrfp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of opening the Spotify app for every playback task by letting you search, control, and switch devices directly from a terminal workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Terminal Playback Control: Start, pause, skip, or resume music without leaving your command line.
  • Search and Device Management: Find tracks, inspect status, and choose the active Spotify Connect device for the session.
  • Fallback CLI Support: Use spogo as the preferred interface, with spotify_player available as a backup for compatible playback and library actions.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to search Spotify for a song and start playback on your chosen device using this skill.

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?

Terminal playback control lets you start, pause, skip, or resume Spotify tracks directly from the command line. This Skill uses the spogo CLI to manage music sessions without opening the Spotify app.

Do I need a Spotify Premium account to use terminal playback control?

Yes, a Spotify Premium account is required for terminal playback control. The Skill authenticates and manages your session through the spogo CLI, which relies on Premium features for playback actions.

Can I switch Spotify Connect devices from the command line?

Yes, device switching is supported from the terminal. You can choose the active Spotify Connect device for your session, allowing you to move playback between desktop and connected devices using spogo.

What's the best way to search for Spotify tracks in a terminal workflow?

Searching for Spotify tracks in a terminal workflow is done through the spogo CLI, which acts as the preferred interface for track lookup. The spotify_player CLI serves as a fallback for compatible search actions.

Does terminal Spotify control work without the spogo CLI installed?

Terminal Spotify control can work without spogo by using spotify_player as a fallback CLI. However, spogo is preferred for authentication and playback control, while spotify_player handles compatible library actions.