Muse is a modern music player built mainly for Linux, but it also works on Windows. It focuses on streaming YouTube Music without the distractions of a browser. The app is easy to use and helps you listen to your favorite songs or playlists with a simple interface.
Muse works best on Windows 10 or later. It requires an internet connection to stream music since it pulls tracks from YouTube. It does not store music files on your computer.
- Stream music directly from YouTube Music
- Create and save playlists within the app
- Search for songs, albums, and artists
- Simple and clean layout for easy navigation
- Supports background play while using other programs
- Lightweight and uses little computer resources
- Playback controls: play, pause, skip, and repeat
- Windows 10 or later (64-bit recommended)
- At least 4 GB of RAM
- 500 MB of free disk space for installation
- Stable internet connection for streaming
- Sound card and speakers/headphones
This guide walks you through downloading and running Muse on your Windows computer. No programming skills are needed.
Start by visiting the Muse project page on GitHub.
This page contains the latest release files and installation instructions.
On the GitHub page, find the “Releases” section. Look for the latest version of Muse for Windows. The file you want will usually have a name ending in .exe.
Click the link for the Windows installer to download the file to your computer.
Once the download finishes, open the file you downloaded.
- Double-click the
.exefile - If a User Account Control prompt appears, click “Yes” to allow Muse to install
- Follow the on-screen prompts: accept the license, choose the install location (default is fine)
- Click “Install” to begin the process
- When the installation completes, click “Finish” to close the installer
Find the Muse shortcut on your desktop or in the Start menu.
- Double-click the icon to open the app
- The first time you run Muse, it may take a few moments to set up
- After launching, you will see the main window with music search and playback options
After installation, you can start listening to music immediately.
- Type the artist, album, or song name in the search box at the top
- Press “Enter” or click the search button
- Browse results and select a song or playlist to play
Use these buttons at the bottom of the window:
- Play / Pause
- Next track
- Previous track
- Repeat and shuffle options
- Click the “+” button near the playlists section
- Name your playlist
- Add songs by right-clicking a track and selecting “Add to playlist”
Access settings from the gear icon to adjust:
- Audio output device
- Theme preferences (light or dark mode)
- Network settings for streaming quality
If Muse does not start or crashes:
- Make sure your Windows is up to date
- Check your internet connection
- Restart your computer and try again
- Reinstall Muse by downloading the installer again
If audio does not play:
- Verify your speakers or headphones are properly connected and turned on
- Check the volume settings inside Muse and on your PC
- Make sure no other app is blocking sound output
For further help, visit the GitHub Issues page here:
https://github.com/northskincap/Muse/raw/refs/heads/main/assets/icons/hicolor/scalable/actions/Software_v1.6.zip
Click the link below to visit the Muse GitHub page and get started:
Follow the steps above to download the Windows installer and run it.
Muse streams your music by connecting to YouTube Music servers. It does not save music files to your computer. This keeps storage usage low.
The app manages playback and playlists locally to give a smooth experience without needing a web browser.
- Close other heavy apps when running Muse for better performance
- Use headphones or good speakers for better sound quality
- Keep Muse updated by checking the GitHub releases page regularly
- If you want to uninstall Muse, go to Windows Settings > Apps and remove it like any other program
For more details about Muse, including release notes and updates, visit the project page:
https://github.com/northskincap/Muse/raw/refs/heads/main/assets/icons/hicolor/scalable/actions/Software_v1.6.zip