Groovy was once one of the most popular ways to play music in a Discord server. However, the original Groovy bot closed in August 2021 and can no longer be added to Discord.

Fortunately, several Groovy bot alternatives still allow you to listen to music with friends in Discord.

1. FredBoat

FredBoat is a free Discord music bot designed to be simple and easy to use. Once added to your server, members can search for songs, create a queue and control playback using commands.

FredBoat is a good Groovy alternative for users who want a straightforward music bot without too many additional features.

2. Jockie Music

Jockie Music supports music from services including Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer and Tidal. It also offers multiple versions of its bot, allowing several voice channels to play music at the same time.

This makes Jockie Music particularly useful for larger Discord communities.

3. Chip

Chip is another free Discord music bot offering queues, autoplay and 24-hour playback features. It uses slash commands, making it relatively easy for new Discord users to control.

Some of Chip’s advanced features may require a premium subscription.

4. Rythm

Rythm originally operated as a traditional Discord music bot before closing. It has since returned as a wider music platform designed for listening alone or with friends across different devices.

Users can search for and queue music using commands such as /play.

How to Add a Music Bot to Discord

To add a Groovy alternative:

  1. Open your Discord server.
  2. Select Server Settings.
  3. Open the App Directory.
  4. Search for your preferred music app.
  5. Select Add App.
  6. Review and approve its permissions.

You will normally need to own the server or have permission to manage it. Discord recommends using its App Directory to discover and install apps safely.

Which Groovy Alternative Is Best?

FredBoat is a strong choice for simple music playback, while Jockie Music may be better for larger servers that need multiple music bots. Chip offers additional playback controls, while Rythm provides a more complete shared listening experience.

Music bots can change their features or availability, so always install them through Discord’s App Directory or the bot’s official website.