PodThing lets you manage your pre-iOS iPod (Classic, Nano, Mini and Shuffle) on Linux without the need for proprietary software. You can easily add/remove songs and see useful information about your iPod such as the model, storage and number of songs on the device.
Disclaimer: This project is not affiliated with, associated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Apple Inc. iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. This software is an independent tool for managing iPod-compatible devices using open-source libraries.
Warranty Disclaimer: I am not responsible for bricked devices, data loss, or any other issues. This tool is distributed without any warranty, use at your own risk.