docs: Comprehensive documentation update for current features

README.org:
- Update to reflect stream queue control system
- Document ReplayGain audio processing (replaces normalize)
- Add multi-format streaming (AAC 96k, MP3 128k/64k)
- Document user management and authentication
- Update API endpoints with all current routes
- Add PostgreSQL database schema
- Update file structure with new modules
- Document telnet control interface
- Modernize Docker workflow

docs/API-ENDPOINTS.org:
- Add complete stream queue control API section
- Document all 7 stream queue endpoints
- Add authentication requirements
- Include request/response examples

docs/DOCKER-STREAMING.org:
- Update Liquidsoap config to show stream queue system
- Replace normalize() with ReplayGain processing
- Add stream queue control section
- Document stream-queue.m3u volume mount
- Add queue management examples
- Update audio processing details
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#+TITLE: Asteroid Radio - Internet Streaming Implementation
#+AUTHOR: Database Implementation Branch
#+DATE: 2025-09-11
#+TITLE: Asteroid Radio - Internet Streaming Platform
#+AUTHOR: Glenn Thompson & Brian O'Reilly (Fade)
#+DATE: 2025-10-16
* Overview
This branch implements a complete internet radio streaming system for Asteroid Radio, transforming it from a simple web interface into a fully functional streaming radio station with live broadcasting capabilities.
Asteroid Radio is a modern, web-based music streaming platform built with Common Lisp and the Radiance framework. It provides a complete internet radio streaming system with live broadcasting, user management, playlist control, and professional audio processing.
* Key Features
** Live Internet Radio Streaming
- Continuous MP3 streaming at 128kbps stereo
- Professional audio processing with crossfading and normalization
- Multiple streaming formats: AAC 96kbps (high efficiency), MP3 128kbps (standard), MP3 64kbps (low bandwidth)
- Professional audio processing with ReplayGain for consistent volume without pumping
- Smooth crossfading between tracks (5 second transitions)
- Dynamic compression to prevent clipping
- Icecast2 streaming server integration
- Liquidsoap audio pipeline for reliable broadcasting
- Liquidsoap audio pipeline with watch-based playlist reloading
** Stream Queue Control System
- Curated stream queue management (play tracks in specific order)
- Add tracks to end of queue or as "next to play"
- Add entire playlists to stream queue
- Real-time queue reordering
- Automatic fallback to random playback when queue is empty
- Stream history tracking
- Admin-only queue control via REST API
** Music Library Management
- Database-backed track storage with metadata extraction
- PostgreSQL-backed track storage with metadata extraction
- Support for MP3, FLAC, OGG, and WAV formats
- Automatic metadata extraction using taglib
- Track search, filtering, and sorting capabilities
- Pagination support for large libraries
- Individual track streaming on-demand
** User Management System
- User registration and authentication
- Role-based access control (admin/user)
- User profiles and session management
- Personal playlist creation and management
- Admin interface for user administration
** Web Interface
- RADIANCE framework with CLIP templating
- Admin dashboard for library management
- Modern admin dashboard with JavaScript controls
- Web player with HTML5 audio controls
- Live stream integration with embedded player
- Dark hacker-themed aesthetic with VT323 font
- Responsive design for desktop and mobile
** Network Broadcasting
- Docker-based streaming infrastructure
- WSL-compatible networking for internal network access
- Professional streaming URLs for media players
- Multi-listener support via Icecast2
- Telnet control interface for live DJ operations
* Architecture Changes
@ -41,28 +65,44 @@ This branch implements a complete internet radio streaming system for Asteroid R
** Streaming Stack
- *Icecast2*: Streaming server (port 8000)
- *Liquidsoap*: Audio processing and streaming pipeline
- *Liquidsoap*: Audio processing and streaming pipeline with telnet control (port 1234)
- *RADIANCE*: Web server and API (port 8080)
- *Database*: Track metadata and playlist storage
- *PostgreSQL*: User accounts, track metadata, and playlist storage
- *Docker Compose*: Container orchestration for streaming services
** File Structure
#+BEGIN_SRC
asteroid/
├── asteroid.lisp # Main server with RADIANCE routes
├── asteroid.asd # System definition with dependencies
├── asteroid-radio.liq # Liquidsoap streaming configuration
├── playlist.m3u # Generated playlist for streaming
├── start-asteroid-radio.sh # Launch script for all services
├── stop-asteroid-radio.sh # Stop script for all services
├── stream-control.lisp # Stream queue management system
├── stream-media.lisp # Media streaming and track management
├── user-management.lisp # User authentication and profiles
├── playlist-management.lisp # User playlist operations
├── auth-routes.lisp # Authentication endpoints
├── stream-queue.m3u # Generated stream queue playlist
├── docker/ # Docker streaming infrastructure
│ ├── docker-compose.yml # Container orchestration
│ ├── asteroid-radio-docker.liq # Liquidsoap configuration
│ └── start.sh # Container startup script
├── template/ # CLIP HTML templates
│ ├── front-page.chtml # Main page with live stream
│ ├── admin.chtml # Admin dashboard
│ └── player.chtml # Web player interface
├── static/ # CSS and assets
│ └── asteroid.lass # LASS stylesheet
│ ├── admin.chtml # Admin dashboard with queue controls
│ ├── player.chtml # Web player interface
│ └── login.chtml # User authentication
├── static/ # Frontend assets
│ ├── asteroid.lass # LASS stylesheet source
│ ├── asteroid.css # Compiled CSS
│ └── js/
│ ├── admin.js # Admin interface controls
│ └── player.js # Web player functionality
├── docs/ # Documentation
│ ├── STREAM-CONTROL.org # Queue management guide
│ ├── API-REFERENCE.org # Complete API documentation
│ ├── USER-MANAGEMENT-SYSTEM.org # User system guide
│ └── INSTALLATION.org # Setup instructions
└── music/ # Music library
├── incoming/ # Upload staging area
└── library/ # Processed music files
└── library/ # Music files
#+END_SRC
* Track Upload Workflow
@ -110,35 +150,68 @@ sudo systemctl start icecast2
* Liquidsoap Integration
** Configuration File: =asteroid-radio.liq=
** Configuration File: =docker/asteroid-radio-docker.liq=
#+BEGIN_SRC liquidsoap
#!/usr/bin/liquidsoap
# Set log level for debugging
settings.log.level := 4
# Allow running as root in Docker
set("init.allow_root", true)
log.level.set(4)
# Create playlist from directory
radio = playlist(mode="randomize", reload=3600, "/path/to/music/library/")
# Enable telnet server for remote control
settings.server.telnet.set(true)
settings.server.telnet.port.set(1234)
settings.server.telnet.bind_addr.set("0.0.0.0")
# Add audio processing
radio = amplify(1.0, radio)
# Create playlist source from managed stream queue
radio = playlist(
mode="normal", # Play in order (not randomized)
reload=5, # Check for playlist updates every 5 seconds
reload_mode="watch", # Watch file for changes
"/app/stream-queue.m3u"
)
# Fallback with sine wave for debugging
radio = fallback(track_sensitive=false, [radio, sine(440.0)])
# Fallback to directory scan if queue is empty
radio_fallback = playlist.safe(
mode="randomize",
reload=3600,
"/app/music/"
)
# Output to Icecast2
output.icecast(
%mp3(bitrate=128),
host="localhost",
port=8000,
password="b3l0wz3r0",
mount="asteroid.mp3",
name="Asteroid Radio",
description="Music for Hackers - Streaming from the Asteroid",
genre="Electronic/Alternative",
url="http://localhost:8080/asteroid/",
radio = fallback(track_sensitive=false, [radio, radio_fallback])
# Use ReplayGain for consistent volume without pumping
radio = amplify(1.0, override="replaygain", radio)
# Add smooth crossfade between tracks (5 seconds)
radio = crossfade(
duration=5.0,
fade_in=3.0,
fade_out=3.0,
radio
)
# Add compressor to prevent clipping
radio = compress(
ratio=3.0,
threshold=-15.0,
attack=50.0,
release=400.0,
radio
)
# Output to Icecast2 in multiple formats
output.icecast(%mp3(bitrate=128), host="icecast", port=8000,
password="H1tn31EhsyLrfRmo", mount="asteroid.mp3",
name="Asteroid Radio", radio)
output.icecast(%fdkaac(bitrate=96), host="icecast", port=8000,
password="H1tn31EhsyLrfRmo", mount="asteroid.aac",
name="Asteroid Radio (AAC)", radio)
output.icecast(%mp3(bitrate=64), host="icecast", port=8000,
password="H1tn31EhsyLrfRmo", mount="asteroid-low.mp3",
name="Asteroid Radio (Low Quality)", radio)
#+END_SRC
** Installation (Ubuntu/Debian)
@ -148,11 +221,14 @@ sudo apt install liquidsoap
#+END_SRC
** Features
- *Random playlist*: Shuffles music library continuously
- *Auto-reload*: Playlist refreshes every hour
- *Audio processing*: Amplification and normalization
- *Fallback*: Sine tone if no music available (debugging)
- *Metadata*: Station info broadcast to listeners
- *Stream queue control*: Curated playlist with watch-based reloading (5 second updates)
- *Smart fallback*: Random playback when queue is empty
- *ReplayGain processing*: Consistent volume without pumping artifacts
- *Crossfading*: Smooth 5-second transitions between tracks
- *Dynamic compression*: Prevents clipping and maintains audio quality
- *Multi-format output*: AAC 96kbps, MP3 128kbps, MP3 64kbps
- *Telnet control*: Live DJ operations via port 1234
- *Metadata broadcasting*: Track info sent to listeners
* Network Access
@ -175,14 +251,19 @@ sudo apt install liquidsoap
** Starting the Radio Station
#+BEGIN_SRC bash
# Launch all services
./start-asteroid-radio.sh
# Start Docker streaming services
cd docker
docker-compose up -d
# Start Asteroid web application
sbcl --load asteroid.lisp
#+END_SRC
** Stopping the Radio Station
#+BEGIN_SRC bash
# Stop all services
./stop-asteroid-radio.sh
# Stop Docker services
cd docker
docker-compose down
#+END_SRC
** Adding Music
@ -199,25 +280,41 @@ sudo apt install liquidsoap
* API Endpoints
** Track Management
- =GET /api/tracks= - List all tracks with metadata
- =GET /tracks/{id}/stream= - Stream individual track
- =POST /api/scan-library= - Scan and update music library
- =POST /api/copy-files= - Process files from incoming directory
- =GET /api/asteroid/tracks= - List all tracks with pagination
- =GET /api/asteroid/tracks/:id/stream= - Stream individual track
- =POST /api/asteroid/scan-library= - Scan and update music library
- =GET /api/asteroid/tracks?search={query}= - Search tracks
** Player Control
- =POST /api/player/play= - Start playback
- =POST /api/player/pause= - Pause playback
- =POST /api/player/stop= - Stop playback
- =GET /api/status= - Get server status
** Stream Queue Control (Admin Only)
- =GET /api/asteroid/stream/queue= - Get current stream queue
- =POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/add= - Add track to queue (position: end/next)
- =POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/remove= - Remove track from queue
- =POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/clear= - Clear entire queue
- =POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/add-playlist= - Add playlist to queue
- =POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/reorder= - Reorder queue tracks
- =GET /api/asteroid/stream/history= - Get stream history
** Search and Filter
- =GET /api/tracks?search={query}= - Search tracks
- =GET /api/tracks?sort={field}= - Sort by field
- =GET /api/tracks?artist={name}= - Filter by artist
** User Management
- =POST /api/asteroid/auth/register= - Register new user
- =POST /api/asteroid/auth/login= - User login
- =POST /api/asteroid/auth/logout= - User logout
- =GET /api/asteroid/auth/profile= - Get user profile
- =GET /api/asteroid/users= - List users (admin only)
- =POST /api/asteroid/users/:id/role= - Update user role (admin only)
** Playlist Management
- =GET /api/asteroid/playlists= - List user's playlists
- =POST /api/asteroid/playlists= - Create new playlist
- =GET /api/asteroid/playlists/:id= - Get playlist details
- =DELETE /api/asteroid/playlists/:id= - Delete playlist
- =POST /api/asteroid/playlists/:id/tracks= - Add track to playlist
- =DELETE /api/asteroid/playlists/:id/tracks/:track-id= - Remove track from playlist
See =docs/API-REFERENCE.org= for complete API documentation.
* Database Schema
** Tracks Collection
** Tracks Table
#+BEGIN_SRC lisp
(db:create "tracks" '((title :text)
(artist :text)
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(play-count :integer)))
#+END_SRC
** Playlists Collection (Future)
** Users Table
#+BEGIN_SRC lisp
(db:create "users" '((username :text)
(email :text)
(password-hash :text)
(role :text) ; "admin" or "user"
(created-at :integer)
(last-login :integer)))
#+END_SRC
** Playlists Table
#+BEGIN_SRC lisp
(db:create "playlists" '((name :text)
(description :text)
(created-date :integer)
(track-ids :text)))
(user-id :integer)
(created-at :integer)
(track-ids :text))) ; JSON array of track IDs
#+END_SRC
* Dependencies
@ -274,17 +382,21 @@ sudo apt install liquidsoap
* Future Enhancements
** Planned Features
- Playlist creation and management interface
- Now-playing status tracking and display
- Direct browser file uploads with progress
- Listener statistics and analytics
- Web UI for drag-and-drop queue management
- Real-time now-playing display with WebSocket updates
- Direct browser file uploads with progress bars
- Listener statistics and analytics dashboard
- Scheduled programming and automation
- Social features (playlist sharing, discovery)
- Mobile native applications
** Technical Improvements
- WebSocket integration for real-time updates
- Advanced audio processing options
- Multi-bitrate streaming support
- Mobile-responsive interface enhancements
- Telnet integration for skip/next commands from web UI
- Auto-queue filling (add tracks when queue runs low)
- Genre-based smart queues
- Listener request system
- Full-text search capabilities
* Troubleshooting

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}
#+END_SRC
* Stream Queue Control Endpoints (Admin Only)
** GET /api/asteroid/stream/queue
Get the current stream queue.
*** Authentication
Required (Admin role)
*** Response
#+BEGIN_SRC json
{
"status": "success",
"queue": [
{
"id": "track-id-123",
"title": "Track Name",
"artist": "Artist Name",
"album": "Album Name",
"duration": 245
}
],
"queueLength": 10
}
#+END_SRC
** POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/add
Add a track to the stream queue.
*** Authentication
Required (Admin role)
*** Parameters
- =track-id= (required) - ID of the track to add
- =position= (optional) - "end" (default) or "next"
*** Example Request
#+BEGIN_SRC bash
# Add to end of queue
curl -X POST http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/queue/add \
-d "track-id=123" \
-b cookies.txt
# Add as next track
curl -X POST http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/queue/add \
-d "track-id=123&position=next" \
-b cookies.txt
#+END_SRC
*** Response
#+BEGIN_SRC json
{
"status": "success",
"message": "Track added to stream queue"
}
#+END_SRC
** POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/remove
Remove a track from the stream queue.
*** Authentication
Required (Admin role)
*** Parameters
- =track-id= (required) - ID of the track to remove
*** Example Request
#+BEGIN_SRC bash
curl -X POST http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/queue/remove \
-d "track-id=123" \
-b cookies.txt
#+END_SRC
*** Response
#+BEGIN_SRC json
{
"status": "success",
"message": "Track removed from stream queue"
}
#+END_SRC
** POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/clear
Clear the entire stream queue.
*** Authentication
Required (Admin role)
*** Response
#+BEGIN_SRC json
{
"status": "success",
"message": "Stream queue cleared"
}
#+END_SRC
** POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/add-playlist
Add all tracks from a playlist to the stream queue.
*** Authentication
Required (Admin role)
*** Parameters
- =playlist-id= (required) - ID of the playlist to add
*** Example Request
#+BEGIN_SRC bash
curl -X POST http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/queue/add-playlist \
-d "playlist-id=5" \
-b cookies.txt
#+END_SRC
*** Response
#+BEGIN_SRC json
{
"status": "success",
"message": "Playlist added to stream queue",
"tracksAdded": 15
}
#+END_SRC
** POST /api/asteroid/stream/queue/reorder
Reorder the stream queue.
*** Authentication
Required (Admin role)
*** Parameters
- =track-ids= (required) - Comma-separated list of track IDs in desired order
*** Example Request
#+BEGIN_SRC bash
curl -X POST http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/queue/reorder \
-d "track-ids=123,456,789" \
-b cookies.txt
#+END_SRC
*** Response
#+BEGIN_SRC json
{
"status": "success",
"message": "Stream queue reordered"
}
#+END_SRC
** GET /api/asteroid/stream/history
Get recently played tracks from the stream.
*** Authentication
Required (Admin role)
*** Parameters
- =limit= (optional) - Number of tracks to return (default: 10)
*** Example Request
#+BEGIN_SRC bash
curl "http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/history?limit=20" \
-b cookies.txt
#+END_SRC
*** Response
#+BEGIN_SRC json
{
"status": "success",
"history": [
{
"id": "track-id-123",
"title": "Track Name",
"artist": "Artist Name",
"playedAt": "2025-10-16T10:30:00Z"
}
]
}
#+END_SRC
* Admin Endpoints
** POST /api/asteroid/admin/scan-library

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This guide covers the complete Docker-based streaming setup for Asteroid Radio using Icecast2 and Liquidsoap containers. This approach provides a containerized, portable streaming infrastructure that's easy to deploy and maintain.
** Key Features
- Stream queue control system for curated playlists
- ReplayGain audio processing for consistent volume
- Automatic fallback to random playback
- Multi-format streaming (AAC, MP3 high/low)
- Telnet control interface for live DJ operations
* Architecture
** Container Stack
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- *High Quality AAC*: 96kbps AAC stream at /asteroid.aac (better efficiency than MP3)
- *Low Quality MP3*: 64kbps MP3 stream at /asteroid-low.mp3 (compatibility)
** Audio Processing
- *ReplayGain*: Consistent volume without pumping artifacts
- *Crossfading*: Smooth 5-second transitions between tracks
- *Compression*: Dynamic compression to prevent clipping
- *Fallback*: Emergency sine wave if all sources fail
** Network Configuration
- *Icecast2*: Port 8000 (streaming and admin)
- *Liquidsoap Telnet*: Port 1234 (remote control)
@ -87,6 +100,7 @@ services:
volumes:
- ./music:/app/music:ro
- ./asteroid-radio-docker.liq:/app/asteroid-radio.liq:ro
- ../stream-queue.m3u:/app/stream-queue.m3u:ro # Stream queue control
restart: unless-stopped
networks:
- asteroid-network
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settings.server.telnet.port.set(1234)
settings.server.telnet.bind_addr.set("0.0.0.0")
# Create playlist source from mounted music directory
# Create playlist source from managed stream queue
radio = playlist(
mode="randomize",
reload=3600,
reload_mode="watch",
mode="normal", # Play in order (not randomized)
reload=5, # Check for playlist updates every 5 seconds
reload_mode="watch", # Watch file for changes
"/app/stream-queue.m3u"
)
# Fallback to directory scan if queue is empty
radio_fallback = playlist.safe(
mode="randomize",
reload=3600,
"/app/music/"
)
# Add some audio processing
radio = amplify(1.0, radio)
radio = normalize(radio)
radio = fallback(track_sensitive=false, [radio, radio_fallback])
# Add crossfade between tracks
radio = crossfade(radio)
# Use ReplayGain for consistent volume without pumping
radio = amplify(1.0, override="replaygain", radio)
# Add smooth crossfade between tracks (5 seconds)
radio = crossfade(
duration=5.0,
fade_in=3.0,
fade_out=3.0,
radio
)
# Add compressor to prevent clipping
radio = compress(
ratio=3.0,
threshold=-15.0,
attack=50.0,
release=400.0,
radio
)
# Create a fallback with emergency content
emergency = sine(440.0)
@ -437,6 +473,36 @@ docker compose logs --tail=10 liquidsoap
#+END_SRC
* Stream Queue Control
** Overview
The Docker setup integrates with Asteroid's stream queue control system, allowing you to curate exactly what plays on the broadcast stream.
** How It Works
1. Asteroid web app manages =stream-queue.m3u= file in the project root
2. File is mounted into Liquidsoap container at =/app/stream-queue.m3u=
3. Liquidsoap watches the file and reloads every 5 seconds
4. When queue is empty, falls back to random playback from music directory
** Managing the Queue
Use the Asteroid web API or admin interface to control the stream queue:
#+BEGIN_SRC bash
# Add track to queue (requires admin authentication)
curl -X POST http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/queue/add \
-d "track-id=42" \
-b cookies.txt
# View current queue
curl http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/queue -b cookies.txt
# Clear queue (falls back to random)
curl -X POST http://localhost:8080/api/asteroid/stream/queue/clear \
-b cookies.txt
#+END_SRC
See =docs/STREAM-CONTROL.org= for complete queue management documentation.
* Volume Management
** Music Library Setup