Microsoft is extending Xbox Music API availability for third-party developers.

The company has opened access to the platform's catalogue of 38 million tracks, including artist images and artwork as well as extra information.

Developers will also have access to user-authenticated features of Xbox Music, which will be at first restricted to members of the pilot programme. This access will allow developers to read and add to subscribers’ music library and playlists.

Microsoft will be providing access to 30-second previews of ...