Download Free Music
Everyone wants to download music, but not everyone wants
to use the sites that cost money. Thankfully, there are plenty
of ways to get free music legally- you just have to know where
to look. There are free alternatives to sites like iTunes,
Napster and Rhapsody, but the search can be confusing. This
article will go over the most common alternative, p2p file
sharing, which may be just what you are looking for.
There is a lot of confusion surrounding p2p sites. Most claim
that they are completely legal- which is true, but it’s not
the p2p network itself that can get you into trouble with
the law, it’s what you do with the files that you access while
on the network. By the letter of the law, anyone caught sharing
or downloading copyrighted material can be sued by the MPAA
or RIAA, whichever is applicable. P2p file sharing companies
and people that promote illegal downloads are also being sued
by record and motion picture companies. Downloading from a
p2p site carries risks, so it’s important to know them before
you start.
Here are some sites that offer free, top quality,
LEGAL music downloads:
• Epitonic.com- it works mainly with indie record labels.
This site has a database of today’s top music in genres such
as folk, rock, hip hop, jazz and pop. At epitonic.com, you’ll
find plenty of free downloads to choose from.
• Garageband.com is another, very popular free and legal music
download website. With over a hundred thousand songs in their
database, you can download and listen to your heart’s content.
You’ll get the newest releases from independent bands before
they get all famous and commercialized.
• eMusic.com: you can download free, legal music when you
sign up for their trial. eMusic offers over 2 million songs,
that are all iPod compatible. The trial provides you with
25 free downloads to start with- so experiencing eMusic won’t
cost you a penny.
• Amazon.com: although there isn’t a huge selection, you can
get some free music downloads here. To find free and legal
music downloads from today’s top musicians, just click on
the “free downloads” tab.
Downloading music doesn’t have to cost you, and it certainly
doesn’t have to get you in legal trouble. Just by knowing
where to look, you can find free music to download and enjoy-
you’ll find plenty to keep you occupied and entertained.
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