Jamendo

API

Free Music API for streaming and accessing Creative Commons-licensed tracks

Overview

The Jamendo API provides RESTful access to a large library of Creative Commons-licensed music. Key endpoints include /tracks (search, stream, download), /albums (browse by genre/artist), /artists (profile details), and /playlists (curated collections). Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include building music streaming apps, integrating background music into games/videos, creating personalized playlists, and sourcing royalty-free tracks for creative projects. It supports filtering by genre, license type, popularity, and more for targeted content discovery.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://developer.jamendo.com/v3.0/docs')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON Responses
Creative Commons Library
Track Streaming/Download
Artist/Album Metadata

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Jamendo API free to use?

Yes, Jamendo offers a free tier with rate limits. Paid tiers are available for higher request volumes and advanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need to register for an API key from the Jamendo developer portal to access the API endpoints.

? What is the response format?

All responses from the Jamendo API are in JSON format, which is easy to parse and integrate into applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Music

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Vast Royalty-Free Music Catalog
⊕ Easy Integration
⊕ Detailed Track Metadata
⊕ Supports Multiple License Types

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Requires API Key
⊖ Limited Commercial Use for Some Licenses
⊖ No SLA for Free Plans