Microsoft Groove Music

Software Overview

Microsoft Groove Music was the default music player for Windows 11. It allows you to play various audio file types, organize your music in playlists, and stream music through the Spotify streaming service. However, Microsoft replaced Groove Music with Media Player in 2022.

Microsoft developed Groove Music as your go-to player for playing music in Windows. The app supports many of the most common audio file types, including .MP3, .M4A, .WMA, .WAV, .FLAC, .AAC, and .3GP, and you can organize locally stored music files in playlists.

The music player initially allowed you to stream music through a Groove Music Pass subscription. However, Microsoft discontinued this service in December 2017, along with the Groove Music mobile apps for Android and iOS.

Summary

Groove Music is a simple music player that does not offer many features beyond simple playlist creation. The app may be enough if you just want to play supported audio files with the default player. However, you will be disappointed if you are a music enthusiast who appreciates advanced features, such as playback and library organization options.

Overall, Microsoft Groove Music is a simple music player that will play supported audio formats but offers very little beyond that. Since Microsoft replaced Groove Music, you should try playing your music with Media Player instead.

Primary File Type

.MP3MP3 Audio

Supported File Types