Lidarr-extended

The "extended" version functions as a middleman that interprets Lidarr's "missing" or "cutoff" lists to trigger downloads through third-party scripts. Streaming Downloads : Supports direct downloading from

While the original docker-lidarr-extended is no more, its influence is stronger than ever. The split into arr-scripts is a positive evolution, giving users more control and flexibility. The underlying principle—fixing Lidarr's weaknesses by connecting it to better content sources—has proven so valuable that similar projects have emerged. For example, is a popular Lidarr plugin that fetches music from YouTube and integrates with Soulseek, proving that "extending" Lidarr has become a movement, not just a single project.

Once Lidarr-Extended populates your storage with music videos and lyrics, you need to configure your media server to display them correctly. For Plex Users lidarr-extended

Lidarr-Extended rips off the training wheels. It allows you to download, manage, and organize:

However, Lidarr's core code focuses strictly on audio acquisition . It does not natively care about the visual or textual ecosystem surrounding that music. If you want to watch the official music video for a new single on your Plex app, or read scrolling lyrics on your Jellyfin client, standard Lidarr leaves you to find and organize those files manually. The "extended" version functions as a middleman that

It uses a script to check your "Wanted" list and automatically grabs missing tracks from Deezer or Tidal in formats including FLAC (lossless), MP3 (320kbps), and AAC.

: Includes scripts to automatically download music videos for artists in your library from sources like IMVDB . For Plex Users Lidarr-Extended rips off the training

The primary difference in this version is how it handles downloads and metadata.

Always schedule automated backups of your Lidarr database. Navigate to to configure daily or weekly backup routines. Store these backups outside of the container config folder for safety. Monitor System Logs

Which (Plex, Jellyfin, etc.) do you use to stream your music?

: It automatically monitors Lidarr’s "Missing" and "Cutoff Unmet" album lists and downloads them using third-party clients for services like Tidal.