Music Bar

So, you know how both Apple Music and the old iTunes come with these handy mini players? They let you control your music without taking up your whole screen. But here's the kicker: there's no way to manage playback straight from the menu bar, and a lot of folks really want that!

What is Music Bar?

If you're looking for a solution, Music Bar might be just what you need! It's a cool little open-source app that shows you what's playing right in your menu bar. Plus, it lets you control playback super easily.

User-Friendly Design

If you're already using Apple Music, you'll find this app feels pretty familiar. The layout is similar to the MiniPlayer but with fewer options—and hey, you can't resize it either.

Menu Bar Control

The best part? You can access this controller directly from the menu bar! You can see details about the current track without even clicking anything on the menu bar icon. How convenient is that?

Customize Your View

You get to choose what info pops up in your menu bar. Want to see just the title? The artist? Both? Or maybe nothing at all if you're just focused on playback controls or album art? Totally up to you!

Quality Settings

You can also set how detailed the artwork looks. This is super handy if your internet isn't great. And if you'd prefer more space, you can disable that gap between the menu bar and popover too.

Future Features

Looking ahead, there might be some extra features coming down the line like volume control or an Up Next list—just like what's already in Apple Music's MiniPlayer. These could be optional so your screen stays tidy.

Give It a Try!

All things considered, since it's totally free and open-source, why not give Music Bar a shot? It worked great for me! It's perfect for anyone who wants to keep their music management simple and right from their menu bar.