Join the Jamocracy FAQs

Q: What is Jamocracy?
Jamocracy is a democratic voting system for parties, allowing users to add tracks and vote on them via their smartphones. The highest voted song is played next, ensuring that the party vibe is maintained. Users can log in with their own Spotify accounts or participate anonymously. The party owner can adjust settings to personalize the experience, including showing current and upcoming songs on a large screen with its TV mode.

Q: Do I need a Spotify-Premium account to use Jamocracy?
Yes, the party host needs a Spotify-Premium account to use Jamocracy. Guests, on the other hand, do not need a Spotify-Premium account to request songs.

Q: Does Jamocracy work with Spotify-Connect devices?
Yes, Jamocracy works with Spotify-Connect devices. However, some devices, like those from Sonos, do not allow third-party use as a source.

Q: Can guests add songs to the playlist?
Yes, guests can add songs to the party playlist by searching for the desired song via their smartphones. They can easily contribute to the music selection without needing a Spotify-Premium account.

Q: What features does Jamocracy offer?
Jamocracy offers several features to enhance the party experience:

• Song requests: Guests can request songs they want to hear.
• Voting: Tracks can be voted on, with the highest voted song being played next.
• Lyrics: Display lyrics for the currently playing song.
• Fallback tracks: Ensure there's always music playing by adding fallback tracks.
• Vote skips: Guests can vote to skip the current track if it doesn't fit the party's vibe.
• TV mode: Display the current and upcoming songs in a visually appealing way on large screens.

These features provide flexibility and ensure that the music aligns with the preferences of the majority at the party.