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Spotify MCP Server

@marcelmarais

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About Spotify MCP Server

Lightweight MCP server for Spotify

Basic information

Category

Media & Design

Runtime

node

Transports

stdio

Publisher

marcelmarais

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "spotify-mcp-server": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "path/to/spotify-mcp-server/build/index.js"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is Spotify MCP Server?

A lightweight Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables AI assistants like Cursor and Claude to control Spotify playback and manage playlists. It provides a set of tools for searching, playing, and organizing Spotify content through natural language commands.

How to use Spotify MCP Server?

Setup requires creating a Spotify Developer Application, configuring API credentials, and completing authentication. The server is then integrated with supported AI assistants (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VsCode/Cline) by configuring the MCP client to point to the server. Once connected, users give natural language commands like "Play Elvis's first song" or "Create a Taylor Swift / Slipknot fusion playlist."

Key features of Spotify MCP Server

  • Search Spotify for tracks, albums, artists, or playlists
  • Get currently playing track details and device info
  • Control playback: play, pause, skip, adjust volume
  • Create, update, and manage playlists
  • Access user library: saved tracks, albums, liked songs
  • Retrieve queue, recently played, and available devices

Use cases of Spotify MCP Server

  • Play a specific song or album by voice or text command
  • Create a fusion playlist combining different artists
  • Copy tracks between playlists with a simple instruction
  • Adjust volume up or down by a relative amount
  • Check what's currently playing and upcoming in the queue

FAQ from Spotify MCP Server

What AI assistants are supported?

Cursor, Claude, and VsCode (via the Cline extension) are supported.

Does setVolume require Spotify Premium?

Yes, both setVolume and adjustVolume require a Spotify Premium subscription.

How do I authenticate the server?

You must create a Spotify Developer Application, configure the API credentials, and complete the OAuth authentication process as described in the setup guide.

Can I control playback on a specific device?

Yes, most playback tools accept an optional deviceId parameter to target a specific Spotify Connect device.

What information can I retrieve about my music library?

You can get playlists, saved tracks, recently played tracks, and check if albums are saved in your library.

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