SoundCloud is a popular app for discovering and enjoying music from various new budding artists. As there isn’t an official SoundCloud app for Firestick, you can still access it using alternative methods. Two effective methods to listen to SoundCloud music on your Firestick include using the Silk Browser to access the official website and sideloading the SoundCloud APK. With these options, you can stream your favorite tracks directly from your Firestick and dive into the vast world of music.
How to Access SoundCloud on Firestick Via Silk Browser
This method allows you to access the SoundCloud website through the browser on Firestick. We have used the Silk Browser to explain the process. You can use any browser of your choice.
1. Navigate to the home screen and hit the Internet tile to open the Silk browser.
Note: If you don’t have the Silk browser installed, download it from the Amazon AppStore.
2. Go to the search bar and type the website URL: https://soundcloud.com/.
3. On the SoundCloud homepage, select the Sign In option and enter your login credentials or create a new account if you are new to SoundCloud.
4. Once done, browse your favorite song and listen to it on your Firestick.
How to Download SoundCloud on Firestick Via Sideloading
If you prefer to use the SoundCloud app on your Firestick, sideloading its APK is the only option. This can be done with the help of the Downloader app.
1. Open the Appstore on the home screen, search, and install the Downloader app.
2. Go to the Settings icon on the Firestick’s home screen.
3. Navigate to My Fire TV and select Developer Options.
4. Click Install Unknown Apps and toggle the Downloader option to “ON.”
5. Launch the Downloader app and grant the necessary permissions.
6. Enter the SoundCloud APK link in the URL field and hit the Go button.
7. Then, select Install to add the app to your Firestick.
8. Open the SoundCloud app and log in using your account credentials. Once done, select your favorite album and start listening to it.
Can I Cast SoundCloud Music to Firestick or Fire TV?
Yes. You can cast SoundCloud music to a Firestick or Fire TV, though it requires a bit of setup. First, enable screen mirroring on your Fire TV Stick by going to Settings → Display & Sounds → Enable Display Mirroring.
On your Android device, open the SoundCloud app and log in. If you haven’t installed it, download the application from the Play Store. Play your desired song on the SoundCloud app and go to the Notification Panel on your Android device. Tap the Cast icon and pick the name of your Firestick from the menu. Now, the content playing on your phone will stream on the Firestick or Fire TV.
Remember that there isn’t an official SoundCloud app for Fire TV, so these indirect methods are the best workaround for streaming music to your device.
FAQ
To update the app, delete the SoundCloud app and reinstall the latest version of the SoundCloud APK.
Amazon Music and Spotify are the best alternatives for SoundCloud.