A simple, fast terminal-based radio player built with TypeScript. Stream thousands of radio stations directly in your terminal!

• 🎧 Popular Stations: Pre-loaded with popular stations (BBC, Jazz24, Lofi Hip Hop, etc.)
• 🔍 Search: Find stations by name, genre, or country using Radio Browser API
• 📻 Custom URLs: Play any stream URL directly
• 🎮 Simple Controls: Easy-to-use terminal interface
• 🌍 Worldwide: Access thousands of stations globally

You need either mpv or vlc installed for audio playback:

macOS:

brew install mpv
# or
brew install vlc

Linux:

sudo apt install mpv
# or
sudo apt install vlc

Option 1: Install from npm or run using npx (Recommended)

npm install -g terminal-radio
terminal-radio

npx terminal-radio

Option 2: Development/Local Installation

1. Install dependencies:

   npm install
   # or
   yarn install

2. Run the radio player:

   npm run dev
   # or for production build:
   npm run radio

3. Use the interface:

   • Choose from popular stations
   • Search for stations online
   • Enter custom stream URLs
   • Stop/start playback
   • Exit when done

• Navigation: Use arrow keys to navigate menus
• Select: Press Enter to select options
• Stop: Choose "Stop Current Station" from menu or Ctrl+C to exit
• Volume: Controlled by your system volume

• BBC Radio 1 (Pop/Rock)
• Jazz24 (Jazz)
• Lofi Hip Hop Radio (Lofi)
• Classic FM (Classical)
• Radio Paradise (Eclectic)
• SomaFM - Groove Salad (Ambient)
• NPR News (News)

• Built with TypeScript and Node.js
• Uses Radio Browser API for station discovery
• Audio playback via mpv or VLC
• Terminal UI with inquirer and chalk
• No complex audio processing - just simple streaming

"mpv/vlc not found" error:

• Install mpv: brew install mpv (macOS) or sudo apt install mpv (Linux)
• Or install VLC as alternative

Stream won't play:

• Some stations may be geo-restricted
• Try a different station or search for alternatives
• Check your internet connection

Search not working:

• The Radio Browser API might be temporarily unavailable
• Use popular stations or custom URLs as alternatives

MIT License - feel free to modify and distribute!