Votebox

Manage venue music selection through real-time guest voting via a web application.

Updated Jan 11, 2026

Search Tags:#real-time #music #voting #event management #spotify #playlist #venue

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/olafkfreund/Votebox --skill votebox

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Votebox
Source: https://github.com/olafkfreund/Votebox/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/olafkfreund/Votebox --skill votebox

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines music selection in venues by allowing guests to vote on tracks in real-time, enhancing atmosphere and reducing staff interruptions.

Core Features & Use Cases

Guest Voting: Guests vote on tracks via their phones by scanning a QR code.
Real-time Queue: Live updates of the current track and upcoming queue.
Venue Control: Event themes, genre/playlist selection, and voting rules managed by venue staff.
Use Case: A pub owner sets up a "90s Hip-Hop Night" event, guests scan a QR code, browse tracks, and vote for their favorites, influencing the live playlist.

Quick Start

Use the Votebox skill to create a new event named 'Indie Rock Night' for tomorrow.

Frequently Asked Questions about Votebox

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I set up real-time guest voting for venue music using Spotify?▼

Real-time guest voting for venue music requires creating an event with customizable playlists and voting rules, integrating the Spotify API for track data and playback, and configuring WebSockets for live queue updates. Guests then scan a QR code to vote via a web application.

What is the best way to manage event playlists and let guests vote on tracks at a pub?▼

The best way to manage event playlists and guest voting is to use a system that allows venue staff to set event themes and voting rules, while guests browse tracks and vote through a web application, influencing the live playlist in real-time.

Does Votebox require Spotify API integration to stream tracks and manage the live queue?▼

Yes, Spotify API integration is required to fetch track data and manage playback. The system relies on this integration to populate customizable playlists and provide real-time queue updates via WebSockets during the event.

Can I customize voting rules and event themes for venue music selection?▼

Yes, venue staff can fully customize voting rules and event themes. You can set up specific events like a 90s Hip-Hop Night, select genre-specific playlists, and manage how guests influence the upcoming music queue.

How does real-time queue management work for venue music events?▼

Real-time queue management works by using WebSockets to push live updates of the current track and upcoming queue to guest devices. As guests vote via a web application, the queue dynamically updates based on the customized voting rules.

What problem does guest voting on venue music solve for event management?▼

Guest voting solves the problem of staff interruptions and atmosphere management by democratizing venue music. Instead of requesting songs, guests scan a QR code to vote on tracks, automatically shaping the live playlist based on popular demand.