get_artist
Retrieve detailed artist information including biography, genres, popularity metrics, and related artists from Spotify's database to research backgrounds, build playlists, and analyze trends.
Instructions
Get comprehensive information about any artist including their biography, genres, and popularity metrics.
🎯 USE CASES: • Research artist background before concerts or festivals • Build artist-focused playlists with complete discography knowledge • Discover artist genres and influences for music recommendations • Analyze artist popularity trends and follower growth • Create detailed artist profiles for music databases
📝 WHAT IT RETURNS: • Artist name, biography, and profile images • Genre classifications and musical styles • Spotify popularity score and follower count • External URLs (official website, social media) • Related artist suggestions and collaborators
🔍 EXAMPLES: • "Get information about Taylor Swift" • "Show me details for artist ID: 06HL4z0CvFAxyc27GXpf02" • "I want to learn about this new artist I discovered" • "Get profile info for the band that sang this song"
💡 TIPS: • Use before exploring an artist's full catalog • Great for understanding an artist's evolution over time • Check follower count to gauge current popularity
⚠️ REQUIREMENTS: • Valid Spotify access token • Artist must exist in Spotify's database
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| artistId | Yes | Spotify artist ID or URI | |
| token | Yes | Spotify access token for authentication |