This software is an open source tool that enables an interactive command-line and telnet interface to access last.fm account and audio streams.
Are you tired of the memory and screen space hogging of Last.fm's web and desktop app interfaces? Do you prefer the minimalist feel of ASCII art on a dark background? If so, lastfm-cli might be the perfect solution for you.
Lastfm-cli is a free and open source interactive command-line and telnet interface designed to provide access to your Last.fm account and audio streams. From radio station selection and playing songs to skipping and even "loving" or "banning" tracks, lastfm-cli lets you control your Last.fm experience without touching a mouse.
One of the best features of lastfm-cli is its ability to share control of Last.fm audio streams with others on the local network via telnet. You can play music through your office or home sound system while connected to lastfm-cli without needing to be right next to the computer.
To use lastfm-cli, you'll need an mp3 stream player. Currently, only iTunes is supported, but support for other players on Linux like MPG123 is being developed. Since lastfm-cli uses iTunes to play Last.fm audio streams, it's also possible to stream Last.fm to an Airport Express.
Keep in mind that streaming radio via iTunes to the Airport Express can sometimes be unstable, with frequent dropouts. You can try increasing the streaming buffer size in iTunes preferences to minimize these dropouts.
However, it's important to note that lastfm-cli is still in alpha development, and so the code can be messy and not always recover gracefully from errors. Additionally, Last.fm streams can be sketchy at times, so don't expect skipping and switching radio stations to always be completely fast or reliable.
Overall, if you prefer a stripped-down Last.fm experience with the convenience of command-line interface, lastfm-cli is definitely worth checking out. Just be aware of its limitations and remember to use caution while using alpha software.
Lastfm-cli is a free and open source interactive command-line and telnet interface designed to provide access to your Last.fm account and audio streams. From radio station selection and playing songs to skipping and even "loving" or "banning" tracks, lastfm-cli lets you control your Last.fm experience without touching a mouse.
One of the best features of lastfm-cli is its ability to share control of Last.fm audio streams with others on the local network via telnet. You can play music through your office or home sound system while connected to lastfm-cli without needing to be right next to the computer.
To use lastfm-cli, you'll need an mp3 stream player. Currently, only iTunes is supported, but support for other players on Linux like MPG123 is being developed. Since lastfm-cli uses iTunes to play Last.fm audio streams, it's also possible to stream Last.fm to an Airport Express.
Keep in mind that streaming radio via iTunes to the Airport Express can sometimes be unstable, with frequent dropouts. You can try increasing the streaming buffer size in iTunes preferences to minimize these dropouts.
However, it's important to note that lastfm-cli is still in alpha development, and so the code can be messy and not always recover gracefully from errors. Additionally, Last.fm streams can be sketchy at times, so don't expect skipping and switching radio stations to always be completely fast or reliable.
Overall, if you prefer a stripped-down Last.fm experience with the convenience of command-line interface, lastfm-cli is definitely worth checking out. Just be aware of its limitations and remember to use caution while using alpha software.
What's New
Version 0.1.2: N/A