How to Enjoy Apple Music on Your Amazon Echo or Echo Dot

Hey there! Today, I want to share a cool trick that allows you to listen to your favorite tunes from Apple Music on your trusty Amazon Echo or Echo Dot. With this nifty technique, you’ll be able to bring the joy of Apple Music to your home, no matter which smart speaker you have.

Now, you might be wondering, “How on earth can I make this happen?” Well, don’t fret, because I’ve got your back. It’s actually pretty simple, and I’ll guide you every step of the way. Let’s dive in, shall we?

First things first, you need to make sure you have the Apple Music app installed on your phone or tablet. If you don’t have it yet, head on over to your app store and download it. Once that’s done, sign in to your Apple Music account or create a new one if you don’t have one already.

Once you’re all set up with Apple Music, it’s time to move on to the next step. Open the Alexa app on your mobile device and tap on the menu icon in the top-left corner. From there, go to ‘Settings’ and find the ‘Music’ option. Tap on it, and then select ‘Link New Service.’

Now, my friend, it’s time to choose Apple Music from the list of available music services. Tap on it, and you’ll be taken to a page where you can sign in to your Apple Music account. Once you’ve done that, Alexa will connect to your Apple Music library, and you’ll be able to listen to all your favorite songs and playlists through your Echo or Echo Dot.

But wait, there’s more! You can even set Apple Music as your default music service on your Amazon Echo. Just go back to the ‘Music’ section in the Alexa app settings, and this time, select ‘Default Services.’ From there, choose ‘Apple Music’ as your preferred music service, and voila! Now, whenever you ask Alexa to play some tunes, it will automatically use Apple Music.

So there you have it, my friend. With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy the best of both worlds – Apple Music and your Amazon Echo or Echo Dot. Give it a try and get ready to experience a whole new level of musical bliss. Happy listening!

Back in 2015, Apple launched Apple Music, its own music streaming platform. At first, Amazon Alexa didn’t support Apple Music, but over the years, it has been added to the list of skills that Alexa can handle.

As of now, Apple Music is compatible with Alexa and can be used with Android devices running on OS version 4.3 or later. Let’s go through the steps to connect Apple Music with Alexa, make it the default music service, and also learn how to disconnect it, just in case.

What You’ll Need

Before you can enjoy your favorite tunes from Apple Music on your Amazon Echo, there are a few things you’ll need:

1. You need to set up Amazon Alexa on your smartphone or tablet. It works on both iOS and Android.
2. You need to have a subscription to Apple Music. It works on both Android and iOS devices.
3. You need to be in the United States, as Apple Music is only available there.

Connecting Apple Music and Alexa

The first step is to connect the Alexa app on your Amazon Echo with Apple Music. Follow these steps to get them connected:

1. Open the Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. On the app’s main screen, tap the Menu icon in the top left corner (the three horizontal lines).
3. Go to “Alexa Preferences” and tap on the tab.
   
4. Next, tap on the “Music” tab.
5. In the Music section, find and tap the “Link New Service” button.
6. Choose Apple Music from the options.
   
7. Tap the “Enable To Use” button.
   
8. Follow the app’s instructions and sign in with your Apple ID. If you’re signing in from a new device, you’ll need to verify your identity with a password and a six-digit code through two-step verification.

Alternatively, you can add the Apple Music skill to your device’s Alexa on alexa.amazon.com.

Making Apple Music Your Default Music Service

If you’re a big fan of Apple Music and want to skip saying “on Apple Music” every time you want to play a song or podcast on your Amazon Echo, you can set it as the default music service. Here’s how:

1. Open the Amazon Alexa app by tapping its icon on the Home screen or in the app folder.
2. Tap the Menu icon on the app’s main screen. It’s located in the top-right corner.
3. Next, tap the “Settings” tab.
4. Then, tap the “Music” tab to open it.
5. Once it opens, go to Account Settings.
6. Tap the “Default Services” tab.
7. Select Apple Music from the available music services.

From now on, all your music will be played through Apple Music by default, unless you specify a different service. You can still use YouTube, Spotify, or other services, but you’ll have to say which one you want to use every time.

Disconnecting Apple Music from Alexa

Let’s say you want to unsubscribe from Apple Music for some reason or remove it as your default music service on Amazon Alexa. Here’s how you can do that:

1. Open the Alexa app.
2. On the main screen, tap the Menu icon in the top-right corner (the three horizontal lines).
3. When the Main Menu opens, select the “Settings” tab.
4. Then, go to the Alexa Preferences section in the “Settings” menu.
5. Tap the “Apple Music” tab.
6. Finally, tap the “Disable Skill” button.

Now you can set any other music or streaming service as your default music service. Keep in mind that if you want to make Apple Music your default music player on Alexa again, you’ll need to remove the current music service you have set after removing Apple Music.

How to Ask Alexa to Play a Song with Apple Music

With Apple Music, there are many ways to enjoy your favorite tunes. You can listen to specific songs or your own playlists. Plus, you have the option to explore the playlists curated by Apple Music’s team or tune in to Beats 1 online radio. And if you have your music stored in your iCloud Music Library, Alexa can play those playlists too.

To have Alexa play your preferred songs, radio stations, or playlists, you can simply say:

“Alexa, play 80s MTV hits on Apple Music.” You don’t need to say “on Apple Music” if it’s your default music service.

“Alexa, play Ariana Grande on Apple Music.”

Another Remarkable Feature

Connecting Apple Music and Amazon Alexa is a breeze, so why not give it a try? If you decide you prefer another default music service, you can always disconnect them. Please note that while Alexa is available worldwide, Apple Music can only be used in the United States.