4 Easy Methods to Play Amazon Music on Amazon Echo

Part 1. Requirements for Playing Amazon Music on Amazon Echo

Before playing Amazon Music on your Echo, check that your device, apps, and account are ready.

1.1 Hardware and Internet Connection

You'll need:

• An Amazon Echo device, such as Echo Dot or Echo Pop.
• A phone or tablet to set up Echo.
• A stable Wi-Fi connection for streaming music.
• Bluetooth enabled on your phone or computer if you plan to use Bluetooth playback.

1.2 Amazon Account and Alexa App

Install the Amazon Alexa app on your iPhone or Android device. The Amazon Music app is also useful for browsing music and casting it to Echo.

To install or update the apps:

1. Open the App Store or Google Play Store.
2. Search for Amazon Alexa and Amazon Music.
3. Tap Install or Update.

Sign in to the apps with your Amazon account. If your Echo isn't set up yet, open the Alexa app, go to Devices, tap +, and follow the on-screen instructions to add your Echo and connect it to Wi-Fi.

If Alexa can't find your Echo, check that it's plugged in and in setup mode. Keep your phone nearby and try again.

1.3 Supported Amazon Music Plans

Alexa supports several ways to listen to Amazon Music, but available features depend on your plan.

• Amazon Music Prime: Ad-supported access to top playlists and stations (no subscription needed).
• Amazon Music Unlimited: Offers on-demand access to 100+ million songs, HD/Ultra HD quality, and custom playlists.
• Amazon Music Free: Available in supported regions, with ads and playback limits.
• Purchased music: Eligible tracks purchased from Amazon can be played through supported features.

You don't need Amazon Music Unlimited for every playback method. Once your Echo is set up, follow the steps below to connect Amazon Music and start listening.

Read More :  Is Amazon Music Still Free with Prime? Find Out Now!

Part 2. How to Link Amazon Music to Echo through the Alexa App

Once your Echo is set up, you can link Amazon Music through the Alexa app and start listening. And to play music without specifying the service each time, you can even set Amazon Music as your default provider if the option is available. Follow these steps to connect your music service and set Amazon Music as your Default.

How to Link Amazon Music to Echo

01On the Amazon Alexa app, tap Play > Settings (Gear) > Link New Service. You can also scroll to Link Music Services under Activity on the Home page of the app.

02Select Amazon Music from the list of available music services.

03Follow the on-screen instructions to link your Amazon account and grant any required permissions.

04Once connected, ask Alexa to play a song, artist, or playlist on Amazon Music.

05To set Amazon Music as your default provider, open the Alexa app, go to Settings, and look for Music & Podcasts or the default music service settings. Select Amazon Music as your preferred service.

What If Multiple People Use Amazon Music?

If family members use different Amazon Music accounts, check whether Amazon Household and Alexa profile features are available for your setup. You can manage profiles in the Alexa app under Settings and Your Profile & Family, where supported.

Once profiles are configured, you may be able to switch between them using voice commands such as "Alexa, switch profiles." Availability depends on your account, region, and device. Child profiles may have different restrictions.

Part 3. How to Play Amazon Music on Echo via Bluetooth

You can also play Amazon Music on Echo by connecting your phone, tablet, or computer through Bluetooth. This sends your device's audio to the Echo speaker, so you can play music directly from the Amazon Music app without linking the service in Alexa.

How to Listen to Amazon Music on Echo via Bluetooth

Setp 1Enable Bluetooth Pairing on Amazon Echo

You can use a voice command or the Alexa app to put your Echo into pairing mode.

📍 Option 1: Use Voice Commands

01Say, "Alexa, pair."

02Wait for Alexa to confirm that your Echo is ready to pair.

📍Option 2: Use the Alexa App

01Open the Alexa app and tap Devices.

02Select Echo & Alexa, then choose your Echo device.

03Tap Bluetooth Devices, then select Pair a New Device or Connect a device, depending on your app version.

Setp 2Connect Your Phone, Tablet, or Computer to Echo

Once your Echo is in pairing mode, connect your device to it.

📍On a phone or tablet:

01Open your device's Settings and go to Bluetooth.

02Turn on Bluetooth and wait for your Echo to appear in the available devices list.

03Tap your Echo's name (often shown as Echo-XXX) to connect.

04Wait for Alexa to confirm the connection.

📍On a Windows PC:

01Open Settings and select Bluetooth & devices.

02Turn on Bluetooth and click Add device.

03Select Bluetooth, then choose your Echo from the list.

04Follow any on-screen prompts to complete pairing.

Once connected, your phone, tablet, or computer will send its audio to the Echo speaker.

Setp 3Play Amazon Music via Bluetooth

Open the Amazon Music app on your phone or tablet, or visit Amazon Music on your computer. Choose a song, album, or playlist and press Play. The music will come through your Echo speaker, while you can control playback from your connected device.

When you're done, disconnect Bluetooth through your device's settings or say, "Alexa, disconnect." You can reconnect whenever you want to play music through Echo again.

Read More :  Can Amazon Music Play through Bluetooth? Easy!

Part 4. How to Cast Amazon Music to Echo from the Amazon Music App

If you prefer to control music from the Amazon Music app, you can cast it directly to a compatible Echo device. This is different from Bluetooth: instead of sending all your phone's audio to the speaker, you use Amazon Music's built-in casting feature to choose where the music plays.

Make sure your Echo is online, and your Amazon Music account is active. Casting availability may vary by subscription, device, and app version.

4.1 Cast Music from the Now Playing Screen

01Open the Amazon Music app on your iPhone or Android device.

02Play a song, then open the Now Playing screen.

03Tap the Cast or Connect to a Device icon in the upper-right corner.

04Select your Echo from the list of available devices.

Your music should start playing through Echo. You can use the Amazon Music app to choose tracks and control playback.

4.2 Cast Music from the Home Screen (iOS Only)

You can also connect to Echo before opening a song.

01Open the Amazon Music app on your phone.

02Look for the More menu (three dots) or the Connect to a Device option. The location may vary by app version.

03Select Connect to a Device, if available.

04Choose your Echo from the list.

05Return to Amazon Music and play a song, album, or playlist.

Part 5. How to Fix Amazon Music Not Working on Amazon Echo

If Amazon Music won't play on your Echo, try these fixes to get playback working again.

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  Restart Echo and Check Wi-Fi

  Unplug your Echo for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. If the problem continues, restart your router and wait for Wi-Fi to reconnect. Make sure Echo has a stable internet connection and isn't placed near sources of interference.

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  Check Your Amazon Music Account

  Open the Amazon Music app and check that you're signed in to the correct Amazon account. If you use Prime or Unlimited, make sure your subscription is active. If you use different accounts in Amazon Music and Alexa, sign in to the account linked to your Echo.

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  Set Amazon Music as the Default Service

  Open the Alexa app and go to More > Settings > Music & Podcasts (the menu names may vary). Select Amazon Music as your default music service if the option is available. This helps Alexa play music from Amazon Music without needing you to name the service in every request.

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  Update Your Echo Device

  Check that your Echo has the latest software. Say, "Alexa, check for updates," or open the Alexa app, select Devices > Echo & Alexa, choose your Echo, and check its settings for a software update option. Menu availability may vary by model.

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  Deregister or Reset Your Echo

  If none of the fixes work, try deregistering your Echo through Amazon's Manage Your Content and Devices page, then set it up again in the Alexa app. A factory reset is another option, but it erases the device's settings. Follow Amazon's reset instructions for your specific Echo model before proceeding.

Part 6. Best Alternatives for Playing Local Music Files on Amazon Echo

There're still alternatives to the methods above to activate Amazon Music files on the Echo device. Because of the changes to Amazon Music services for Prime and Unlimited, users may be frustrated. For example, Prime members can't listen to music on demand and can only shuffle contents like albums, lists, and more on Amazon Music. Unlimited subscribers also encounter issues like Amazon Music not downloading for offline listening.

No worries. A handy tool can solve your problems: ViWizard Amazon Music Converter. It works on Windows and Mac. Its built-in Amazon Music web player lets you search for songs, artists, albums, and playlists. You can convert supported tracks to MP3, MP4, AIFF, FLAC, or WAV, with audio quality up to 44.8 kHz and 256 kbps and conversion speeds of up to 15×. The converted files are saved to your computer for local playback.

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How to Convert Amazon Music to Local Files with ViWizard

Step 1. Customize the Output Settings

Open ViWizard Amazon Music Converter and click the Gear icon in the lower-left corner. Select Conversion, choose an output format such as MP3, and adjust the audio quality and output folder.

Step 2. Search for and Add Amazon Music

Once you set up the output settings, click Music and select the Amazon Music icon to open the built-in web player. Sign in to your Amazon account, then search for the songs, albums, artists, or playlists you want to convert. Click the + icon to select your tracks, then click Add to List.

Step 3. Convert Your Selected Music

Check the tracks and click Convert. ViWizard will process the supported tracks and save the converted audio files to your chosen output folder.

Step 4. Find Your Local Music Files and Play Them on Echo

Once completed, click History in the left sidebar to see the downloads. Select the folder icon to locate your converted tracks. You now have local audio files that you can organize and play.

Pro-Tip: How to Play Local Music on Alexa with Plex Skill

If you have music files saved on your computer, Plex can help you organize and stream them to supported devices. You also need to use Plex Media Server to listen to Amazon Music on Echo with the Plex skill.

So, what is Plex? Plex is the most popular media server. You can organize music files in the Plex app with multiple devices. With a device that runs the Plex Media Server, such as a desktop computer (Windows, macOS, or Linux), a NAX box, or an Nvidia Shield TV Pro box, Amazon Music users can create an Amazon Music library. Follow these steps to upload and access these files on the Alexa app for offline listening.

01From your phone, tablet or computer, use a browser to visit http:///www.plex.tv/ to launch the Plex Media Server.

02In the Plex Web App, click the tool icon.

02Select your audio output device.

04Once done, pick up the phone that runs the Alexa app. You can click here to download the Plex skill from the official website. Or open the Alexa app to scroll to the Skills section on the Home page to search for the Plex skill.

05Once downloaded, sign in to your Plex account you use to set up the Plex Media Server.

06Select Authorize.

07With your Amazon Echo, say "Alexa, ask Plex to change my server".

Now you are able to make use of the Plex to access and play the Amazon Music files on your Amazon Echo.

Part 7. FAQs about Playing Amazon Music on Alexa

Conclusion

Playing Amazon Music on Echo doesn't have to be complicated. You can use Alexa, connect your phone via Bluetooth, or cast music from the Amazon Music app. If you'd like to keep supported tracks as local files, ViWizard Amazon Music Converter is another option. You can then play those files through Echo using Bluetooth. Pick a method, sit back, and enjoy your favorite music!