This is an experimental technology
Because this technology's specification has not stabilized, check the compatibility table for usage in various browsers. Also note that the syntax and behavior of an experimental technology is subject to change in future versions of browsers as the specification changes.
The artist property of the MediaMetaData interface returns or sets the name of the artist, group, creator, etc., of the media to be played.
Syntax
var artist = mediaMetadata.artist mediaMetadata.artist = artist
Value
A String containing the name of the artist.
Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Media Session Standard The definition of 'artist' in that specification. |
Editor's Draft | Initial definition. |
Browser Compatibility
| Feature | Chrome | Firefox (Gecko) | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari (WebKit) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | No support | ? | ? | No support | ? |
| Feature | Android Webview | Chrome for Android | Firefox Mobile (Gecko) | Firefox OS | IE Mobile | Opera Mobile | Safari Mobile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | No support | 57 | ? | ? | ? | No support | ? |