When it comes to music, Alexa has a wide range of options for you to choose from. You can ask Alexa to play music from various streaming services, including Amazon Music, Apple Music, Deezer, iHeartRadio, Pandora, SiriusXM, Spotify, Tidal, TuneIn, Vevo, and Global Player.
To get started, you’ll need to have an account with the music service you want to link to your Echo. For example, if you want to play music from Spotify, you’ll need a Spotify account. If you don’t have an account with a particular music service, you can easily sign up for one on their website or through their mobile app.
Once you have an account, you can link it to your Amazon Echo by following these steps:
1. Open the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner of the screen.
3. Select “Settings” from the menu.
4. Scroll down and select “Music & Podcasts.”
5. Tap on “Link New Service.”
6. Choose the music service you want to link from the list of available options.
7. Follow the on-screen prompts to sign in to your account and authorize the connection between the music service and Alexa.
After you’ve linked a music service to your Echo, you can start enjoying your favorite tunes. Simply say “Alexa, play [song/artist/genre] on [music service].” For example, you could say “Alexa, play ‘Shape of You’ by Ed Sheeran on Spotify.”
If you have multiple music services linked to your Echo, you can specify which one you want to use by saying the name of the service in your command. For example, you could say “Alexa, play ‘Hotel California’ by Eagles on Pandora.”
In addition to playing specific songs or artists, you can also ask Alexa to play music based on genres, moods, or even specific playlists. For example, you could say “Alexa, play some relaxing jazz music” or “Alexa, play my ‘Workout’ playlist on Apple Music.”
It’s worth noting that while some music services, like Amazon Music and Pandora, are available for free with limited features, others may require a subscription to access their full catalog. So, make sure to check the details of each service and ensure you have a subscription if needed.
The ability to link multiple music services to your Amazon Echo gives you the flexibility to listen to your favorite songs and discover new music from a variety of platforms. So, go ahead and explore the different music services available and enjoy the sounds that Alexa can bring to your home.