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Open music listening data: scrobble history, statistics and recommendations.

ListenBrainz API is a free Music API that requires no API key, is served over HTTPS and supports CORS, so it can be called from the browser.

Authentication
None required
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Yes
Category
Music
Uptime (30 days)
100%
Visit documentation ↗listenbrainz.readthedocs.io

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About ListenBrainz API — ListenBrainz 0.1.0

Provider
ListenBrainz API — ListenBrainz 0.1.0
Website
listenbrainz.readthedocs.io ↗

Details from listenbrainz.readthedocs.io.

Key facts

  • No API key needed
  • 100% uptime (30 days)
  • Callable from the browser (CORS)
  • HTTPS
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ListenBrainz API FAQ

Who provides the ListenBrainz API?

The ListenBrainz API is provided by ListenBrainz API — ListenBrainz 0.1.0 (listenbrainz.readthedocs.io).

Is the ListenBrainz API free?

Yes. The ListenBrainz API is listed in the Music category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the ListenBrainz API require an API key?

No. The ListenBrainz API requires no authentication, so you can start making requests without signing up.

Can I call the ListenBrainz API from the browser?

Yes. The ListenBrainz API supports CORS, so front-end JavaScript can call it directly.

Does the ListenBrainz API support HTTPS?

Yes. The ListenBrainz API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.

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