spotify

Manage Spotify playback, search catalog, playlists and devices via Hermes.

Updated May 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Plaidmustache/hermes-nulab --skill spotify-plaidmustache
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spotify
Source: https://github.com/Plaidmustache/hermes-nulab/tree/main/skills/media/spotify
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Plaidmustache/hermes-nulab --skill spotify-plaidmustache

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Users want to control Spotify playback and manage music without leaving their current app or workflow, enabling hands-free use and seamless music curation through Hermes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Playback control: play, pause, next, previous, seek, set_volume, and get state across devices.
  • Playlist and library management: create, list, add items, remove items, save or unsave tracks and albums.
  • Device handling and search: list devices, transfer playback, search the catalog, and manage albums.

Quick Start

Link Hermes to your Spotify account and say 'play my Focus playlist'.

Frequently Asked Questions about spotify

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I control Spotify playback hands-free without opening the app?▼

Control Spotify playback hands-free by linking your Spotify account to Hermes and using voice prompts to play, pause, skip, or adjust volume across your connected devices.

Do I need a Spotify Premium subscription to manage playback through Hermes?▼

A Spotify Premium subscription is required for playback mutations like play, pause, and skip, while searching the catalog and viewing library content may be available with a standard linked account.

Can I search the Spotify catalog and add tracks to my playlists directly?▼

Search the Spotify catalog and add tracks to playlists directly through Hermes by using the spotify_search and spotify_playlists tools to find items and update your library seamlessly.

How do I transfer Spotify playback between desktop and mobile devices?▼

Transfer Spotify playback between desktop and mobile devices by listing available active devices with spotify_devices and sending a transfer command to shift the active listening session.

What tools are required to integrate Spotify library management into my workflow?▼

Integrating Spotify library management requires the Hermes Spotify toolset, including spotify_playback, spotify_devices, spotify_queue, spotify_search, spotify_playlists, spotify_albums, and spotify_library.