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Pulsar https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rhmsoft.pu... is a pretty good, no-BS local music player.

Although I've recently moved my library in to Plex, which handles sync between devices (you can set the app to copy some/all files to your phone storage). In addition to the Plex app, they also have Plexamp for a music-focused UX.

It's very nice if you're willing to put in a little setup effort. And since you run the server, you know it will never be shut down on you.

I had the same experience. I just went in and the app does nothing. I had to disable updates and disable the app completely and find Vanilla Music Player to replace it.

https://github.com/vanilla-music/vanilla

I like Poweramp Pro. It can be a little bit confusing at first but it's very flexible and seems to be easy on the battery.

Look at BlackPlayer, it's fairly simple and basic, but that's the main selling point for me