kaku ☆

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Description:
Terminal optimised for AI coding

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 0.21.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: music-player audio cross-platform streaming open-source

Install: brew install --cask kaku

About:
Kaku is a cross-platform music player that supports a wide variety of audio formats and integrates with multiple online music sources. It provides a unified interface for managing local libraries and streaming services, focusing on a distraction-free listening experience. The application is built with web technologies, ensuring consistent performance across macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Key Features:

Supports multiple audio formats (MP3, FLAC, OGG, etc.)
Integrated support for YouTube and SoundCloud streaming
Cross-platform availability (macOS, Windows, Linux)
Minimalist, ad-free user interface
Local library management and playlist creation

Use Cases:

Consolidating music from local files and streaming sources into one player
Listening to ad-free music from YouTube or SoundCloud
Managing personal music libraries with a lightweight interface

Alternatives:

VLC – VLC is a more powerful, general-purpose media player, while Kaku focuses specifically on a streamlined music experience with integrated streaming.
Spotify – Spotify is a proprietary streaming service, whereas Kaku is an open-source player that can aggregate content from various sources.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 26, 2026 1:11pm	0.21.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	067624ae
Sep 17, 2026 9:52am	0.20.0	0	VERSION_BUMP	e5b0110d