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Metallica Warns Against Onslaught of New Album Crypto Scams

Gavin Phillips — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:29:41 GMT

The news that Metallica is releasing its first new studio album in seven years sent ripples through the music world. Although the world's biggest metal band has toured for years since its last album, Hardwired... to Self Destruct (2016), fans of the band have been left wanting more.

How to Set Album Artwork as Your Mac’s Screensaver and Use It to Play Songs

Olasubomi Gbenjo — Sat, 15 Oct 2022 10:15:14 GMT

Choosing a screensaver is an essential part of customizing your Mac. And gone are the days when your only options were boring abstract and vector images. Today, you have more choices allowing your personality to shine through.

The 6 Best Sites to Download High-Quality CD Cover Album Art

Ben Stegner — Sat, 24 Sep 2022 18:00:15 GMT

Music streaming services automatically display album art, but you're on your own with local music collections. And you should take the time to grab the album art for your music—besides being enjoyable to look at, having proper CD covers helps you easily identify music tracks and makes your collection feel complete.

How to Build a Music Career With YouTube: 6 Tips

Saffron Clacy — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 13:45:14 GMT

Do you have a full-time job and are looking for a great side hustle? Or perhaps you're a student looking to take a leap of faith with your musical talent. No matter your reasons for seeking out your passion, if you have thought about the possibilities of starting a music career with YouTube, you need to know how to build one effectively.

The 9 Best Places to Buy Music Online

Dan Price — Sun, 04 Sep 2022 11:00:13 GMT

Despite the growth of music streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music, many people still prefer to buy (at least some of) their music.

How to Use the "Your Library" Feature in Spotify

Ben Stegner — Fri, 13 May 2022 18:30:14 GMT

As a Spotify user, you might focus on playlists for listening to music. But you shouldn’t overlook the useful Your Library feature in Spotify, as it makes organizing your own music collection much easier.

CD Sales Are Rising Again, but Why?

Patrick Kariuki — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 12:00:14 GMT

When was the last time you saw anyone walking around with a portable CD player like the Discman? Never?

Kanye West Rejects the Big Streaming Services: Will Other Artists Follow?

Patrick Kariuki — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 12:52:08 GMT

Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, will not release his latest album, Donda 2, on Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon, Spotify or YouTube. Instead, you can only listen to the album exclusively on a $200 device called the Stem Player.

How to Identify a Song with Cortana in Windows 10

Tina Sieber — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 21:15:24 GMT

UPDATE: Cortana used to do a brilliant job of identifying songs on Windows 10. Unfortunately, when Microsoft shut down Groove Music, Cortana's music recognition feature was also retired.

How Music Can Help in Boosting Your Productivity

Brenna Miles — Sat, 06 Nov 2021 19:30:22 GMT

What is the one song you turn on when you need a mood boost? When you’re angry? When you just need to belt some words out in the shower? We all have those songs that seem to fit these moments perfectly.

The 10 Best Sites Where You Can Learn to Read Music

Dan Price — Sat, 18 Sep 2021 21:00:53 GMT

A surprising number of world-renowned bands and musicians cannot read music. Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, Eric Clapton, Lionel Richie, Eddie Van Halen, and even The Beatles have all famously admitted they cannot understand a piece of sheet music.

How to Make Your Own Music Videos, Logo, and Website With Renderforest

Krishnapriya Agarwal — Tue, 07 Sep 2021 21:30:45 GMT

Most music composers are often looking for software that can help them create powerful music videos. At the same time, it is also good to have a tool that can also assist in website and logo creation.Creating music videos, uploading them on your very own website with your personalized logo, all in one place, seems like a dream come true. Renderforest is one such platform.Here, we'll take an in-depth look at what Renderforest is.

Why Are People Still Buying Vinyl Records?

Quina Baterna — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 17:00:41 GMT

Many music lovers are pulling back from the world of streaming and online music videos, opting for a different kind of listening experience. In 2020, vinyl records outsold CDs for the first time in decades.

Vinyl Outsold CDs in 2020: What This Means for the Future of Music

Toin Villar — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 22:00:52 GMT

Vinyl has emerged triumphant in the physical format war, overtaking CD sales for the first time in over 30 years. Since the introduction of the vinyl format in the 1940s, it rapidly became the standard for all records.

Vinyl Defeats the CD for the First Time in 34 Years

Ste Knight — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 14:30:53 GMT

Whether you think vinyl or CD provides the best sound quality doesn't matter when it comes down to proving the popularity of one format over the other.

Are You an Audiophile? 10 Questions to Ask Yourself

Dan Price — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 19:05:50 GMT

You might think you are an audiophile, but in reality, very few music lovers tick all the necessary boxes. Are you really an audiophile? Or are you just a great pretender?

Xbox Game Pass Releases Fantastic New Music Album

Ste Knight — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 10:55:42 GMT

Ever wanted to listen to members of the Xbox Game Pass team performing their very own original Christmas hits, including a ballad?

Microsoft Releases an Album of Holiday Hits

Gavin Phillips — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 23:15:18 GMT

Microsoft is releasing the only album you'll need this holiday period: Microsoft Holiday Hits!

The Best Standalone MP3 Players for All Budgets

James Frew — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 15:51:33 GMT

It may have been a while since you've used a standalone MP3 player. Most of us now stream our music through services like Spotify or Apple Music rather than maintain a physical or digital music collection.

The Best Record Players for All Budgets

James Frew — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 10:14:52 GMT

Vinyl records are experiencing a resurgence. Once considered lost to the annuls of time, records are now fashionable and in-demand again.

No Algorithms! 5 Ways to Discover Music Recommended by Real People

Mihir Patkar — Sat, 08 Aug 2020 08:30:40 GMT

Tired of bots and algorithms recommending "popular" songs you don't like? Music makes a human connection, so it's best to hear song recommendations from real humans.

The 4 Best Tools to Manage Your MP3 Music Collection

Ste Knight — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 18:00:00 GMT

Managing your MP3 library can be both confusing and frustrating. Allowing your music to pile up, without any organization, can spell disaster down the line. The problem of poorly-managed MP3s can spread to other devices too. Especially if you move your music around between your laptop and, for example, your smartphone.

Vinyl vs. Digital Music: 5 Reasons Why Digital Is Better

Ben Stegner — Tue, 12 May 2020 16:00:00 GMT

There has long been a debate pitting vinyl vs. digital. Vinyl collectors claim that their format of choice is superior, citing reasons why vinyl is better than digital. However, others, including myself, think differently.

5 Reasons Why Vinyl Is Better Than Digital for Music Lovers

James Frew — Fri, 01 May 2020 22:00:00 GMT

There's a reason music streaming services are so popular. Apps like Spotify and Apple Music allow you to access more music than you could ever listen to, all in a single app. They're clearly the most convenient way to listen to music. However, that doesn't make them the best option.

The 7 Best Websites to Check Out New Music Releases

Dan Price — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 18:00:28 GMT

Today, there are more ways than ever for artists to get music into their fans' ears. However, the vast array of services can also be problematic---how do you stay abreast of new music releases when they could pop up in lots of different places?

How to Manually Add Album Art to iTunes

Saikat Basu — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 14:30:02 GMT

iTunes has got better. You can also apply a few tweaks to make it more usable. And one of the more visual patches is to add album art cover to your music collection and make it more aesthetically appealing.

Spooky Halloween Music to Download for Free

Tina Sieber — Tue, 24 Oct 2017 14:13:35 GMT

If Halloween had a soundtrack, the music we have compiled here would feature heavily. These creepy tracks could help get into the right mood for Halloween, especially if these screamer videos don't quite do it for you.

New Music Friday - This Week's Best Releases [UK]

Amazon UK Deals — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 19:05:03 GMT

Friday means the end of a busy week, and the start of the weekend. It also has come to mean that it's time for new music. Some of this week's highlights include new releases from The Vamps, Coldplay, and Status Quo, and more.

Sony Is Set to Start Making Vinyl Records Again

Dave Parrack — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 01:00:49 GMT

Sony is opening a new vinyl pressing plant in Japan almost 30 years after the company stopped making vinyl records. And with this one piece of news the vinyl renaissance can no longer be denied. People are buying vinyl again in droves, and demand is currently outstripping supply.

OK Computer Turns 20: A Celebration of Radiohead [UK]

Amazon UK Deals — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:00:39 GMT

It was just over a month ago that UK musical stalwarts Radiohead's seminal album OK Computer turned 20. In celebration the band just released the remastered and expanded version of the album entitled OK Computer OKNOTOK.

Spotify Stops Freeloaders Listening to New Albums

Dave Parrack — Wed, 05 Apr 2017 19:45:11 GMT

If you're using Spotify for free then you're about to lose access to new albums for two weeks after they're released. This is thanks to a new deal forged between Spotify and Universal Music Group, which will see paying customers prioritized over users who listen to ads instead.

Sunday Deals: This Week's Best New Releases [UK]

Amazon UK Deals — Sun, 26 Feb 2017 16:30:34 GMT

Depending on your stance, Sunday is either the end of the week or the start of a new one. Either way, let's take a look at the best new releases from the past seven days. As always, all items are available on Amazon Prime's Next Day Delivery (if you haven't signed up, here's a reminder why you should) which you can try with their 30 day free trial.

Why Everyone Should Start Collecting Vinyl

Tim Brookes — Mon, 12 Dec 2016 21:00:00 GMT

I don't own any Blu-rays. I download video games from digital storefronts. And I haven't bought a newspaper in years. Despite this I've got a steadily growing vinyl record collection.

5 Ways to Discover New Music Without Being Overwhelmed

Mihir Patkar — Sat, 24 Sep 2016 08:30:00 GMT

Finding new music you will like is a big task. There are so many new tracks being released all the time, how do you go through all of them? It's overwhelming, and that's not how music should be.

Thursday Deals: Smartphones, Health Monitors, Natural Alarm Clocks, and More! [UK]

Amazon UK Deals — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 11:00:44 GMT

Awesome work Deal Hunters - you made it past hump day! Treat yourself to some of Amazon's best savings on a new Smartphone, a Withings Blood Pressure Monitor, a more gentle way to wake up with the Philips Wake-Up Light, or Nirvana's Nevermind to celebrate the landmark album's 25th anniversary.

How to Listen to Full Music Albums on YouTube for Free

Nancy Messieh — Mon, 08 Aug 2016 11:30:55 GMT

YouTube is a great resource for listening to music, and in some ways, it has many of the features that you would find with a service like Spotify. You can create playlists, with YouTube Red you get offline listening, and with YouTube-specific Chrome extensions you can get shuffle and repeat settings, charts, and more.

Freebie: MacX DVD Ripper Pro Helps to Digitize Your Movie Collection

MakeUseOf Deals — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 18:30:30 GMT

You probably long ago put your CDs into iTunes, but DVDs are not so easy to digitize. The process requires third-party software, and some apps are more obscure than others. MacX DVD Ripper Pro has long led the field, and you can currently get it free via MakeUseOf Deals, saving $59.99. No strings attached, just pure generosity!

Why The Beatles Embraced Streaming and Why You Should Too

Harry Guinness — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 19:00:00 GMT

Music fans got an early Christmas present when, on December 24th, 2015, all of The Beatles' major albums were released on Spotify, Apple Music, and other streaming services.

10 Great Gifts for Musicians

Angela Randall — Sat, 12 Dec 2015 21:30:00 GMT

Holiday season is here and it's time to finally work out what to get for those tricky musical geeks in the family.

Beware of Black Friday Scams, Avoid Star Wars Spoilers... [Tech News Digest]

Dave Parrack — Thu, 26 Nov 2015 17:30:45 GMT

Beware the Black Friday scammers, avoid Star Wars spoilers, listen to Adele on Pandora, watch movies on Tubi TV, and Samsung encourages us to break our old television sets.

Why Adele Is Wrong to Stop You Streaming Her New Album

Harry Guinness — Sat, 21 Nov 2015 01:30:26 GMT

British pop sensation Adele has decided to follow in Taylor Swift's footsteps and stop you from listening to her latest album 25 on streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music.

Science Says This Is How You Make a Perfect Workout Playlist

Mihir Patkar — Mon, 16 Nov 2015 20:00:00 GMT

Music has a strange effect on us. It can stir feelings and drive us. Ever heard Eye of the Tiger and not felt pumped up?

A Fascinating Look At The History Of Music Players

ROFL — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 07:30:01 GMT

When it comes to music, the way in which we consume it has changed substantially. In fact, music has probably gone through more evolution than any other form of media. When it seems like we've found the best way to listen to music, something better always seems to come along.

White Noise vs. Noise Isolation vs. Playlists: The Best Sound for Focus

Mihir Patkar — Wed, 16 Sep 2015 17:00:00 GMT

When you want to be focused and productive, what is the best thing to listen to? It's one of those questions where you can't get an answer that applies to everyone. So MakeUseOf talked to a few people who actively put on their headphones when they want to focus on work, to find out what's playing, why it's helpful, and who it's helpful for.

The Best Albums of All Time, as Chosen by Reddit

Christian Cawley — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Popular music is tough to agree on. Sure, we might have bands and tracks that we love as much as our friends, but it's guaranteed that no two people have exactly the same taste in music. Indeed, with the popularity of iTunes and Spotify, it's pretty tough to find people below a certain age that appreciate albums as anything more than a collection of songs that can be skipped or played through at random.

Buy Windows 10 on USB, Reddit Hides the Hate, & More... [Tech News Digest]

Dave Parrack — Fri, 17 Jul 2015 16:30:57 GMT

Windows 10 on a stick, the great Reddit quarantine of 2015, Angry Birds 2, a free Wilco album for all, Jeb Bush talks tech, and a Jedi has fun with a GoPro.

5 Free Music Radio Online Sites You Should Check Out

Justin Pot — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 08:30:00 GMT

Music isn't dead. In fact, I'd wager that more music is being created now than any time in human history. Sure, record companies aren't making as much money as they used to, but that's not stopping passionate musicians from doing what they love.

5 Music Apps Worth Listening to Now That Grooveshark is Dead

Justin Pot — Sat, 30 May 2015 08:30:00 GMT

Ever since the day that Grooveshark died, millions of music fans are feeling lost. Where should they discover new bands?

Spotify vs Netflix: Is There Room for Both with On-Demand Video?

Rob Nightingale — Tue, 19 May 2015 19:30:00 GMT

It appears Spotify may well be expanding into video streaming, and competing directly with the likes of Netflix and YouTube. Is this a smart move, or is Spotify punching above their weight?

The End of Free Music: Should Spotify Make Everyone Pay?

Mihir Patkar — Fri, 15 May 2015 21:30:00 GMT

A decade ago, Apple revolutionized the music industry with the iTunes Store. According to reports, Apple is now trying for another revolution with the rumored launch of Apple Music, a music streaming service based on the existing Beats Music. But along the way, it might be trying to kill existing free music streaming services.

Paul is Dead: How the Internet Fueled The Beatles Conspiracy Theory

Christian Cawley — Sat, 25 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

"I am alive and well and unconcerned about the rumors of my death. But if I were dead, I would be the last to know." – Paul McCartney, 1969.

How to Sync iTunes Music with an Android Phone or Tablet

Christian Cawley — Tue, 21 Apr 2015 19:00:00 GMT

Your iTunes collection is perhaps a vast, lumbering collection of tracks that might go back to your first iPod or a compact selection of favorites. Either way, you want those songs on your Android smartphone or tablet.

Why Jay Z's Tidal Music Streaming Service is Doomed to Fail

Dave Parrack — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 19:30:00 GMT

Jay Z recently relaunched Tidal, the music streaming service he acquired in March 2015. His plan is to entice people away from Spotify, Rdio, Deezer, and the host of other similar services already available, but he stands absolutely no chance of doing so.

Hell Has Frozen Over: The Best Let It Go Covers of All Time [Weird & Wonderful Web]

Dave Parrack — Sun, 01 Feb 2015 06:30:00 GMT

Some songs are so big, so huge, so monumentally epic, they seem to break free from the confines of their origins and escape out into the wider world. Once out there, they take on a life of their own, being played over and over again with a zeal that borders on the obsessive.

10 Video Game Soundtracks from 2014 You Should Listen To

Rachel Kaser — Tue, 27 Jan 2015 23:30:00 GMT

Video games have always had excellent music. No matter how far back you go in the timeline, you'll probably find a game that had memorably catchy tunes. We all have at least one video game song or score in our music library.

Palm Returns From The Dead, Making Money From BitTorrent [Tech News Digest]

Dave Parrack — Wed, 07 Jan 2015 16:30:00 GMT

Palm is declared alive and well, Radiohead frontman makes money on BitTorrent, play free MS-DOS games in your browser, use AnyPen on Lenovo tablets, and how to draw without using your hands.

Forget Band Aid: 7 Charity Singles Perfect For Christmas

Philip Bates — Thu, 18 Dec 2014 22:00:00 GMT

Band Aid is back. If you loved it before, you'll love it again. But for those who don't like it, there are plenty of other charity singles to celebrate Christmas.

Stop Twitter Tracking Your Apps, GoPro Is Developing Drones, & More... [Tech News Digest]

Dave Parrack — Thu, 27 Nov 2014 16:30:00 GMT

Also, Obama signs the E-Label Act, 100 free music albums, get Torchlight for free, and a Keyboard Waffle Iron comes to Kickstarter.

10 Superb Retro Game Soundtracks To Listen To While You Work

Christian Cawley — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 22:00:00 GMT

Some games are instantly forgettable. Those that are not invariably feature an excellent soundtrack. Usually the only way to enjoy these tunes is to play the game, but thanks to YouTube, we can enjoy them anytime!

Jony Ive Condemns Apple Copycats, Amazon Opens New York Store, And More... [Tech News Digest]

Dave Parrack — Fri, 10 Oct 2014 15:30:00 GMT

Also, Satya Nadella gaffes, Imgur kills GIFs, U2 Echoes numbers, and Hatsune Miku on David Letterman.

Ello Starts Charging For New Features, Yahoo Directory Shutting Down, And More... [Tech News Digest]

Dave Parrack — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 15:30:14 GMT

Also, Thom Yorke sells torrents, the end of PlayStation Home, and BendGate continues into a second week.

How To Find Legal Free Music Downloads & Create Playlists From Streaming Music [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 05:30:48 GMT

Sound Sunday has been our outlet for sharing legal free music downloads once a week since April 2010.

Modern Jazz Music To Lean Back & Chill [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 05:30:35 GMT

Jazz is the ultimate instrumental music. Not only does it not contain lyrics, you also won't be distracted by catchy melodies.

Exploring International Music East To West [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 05:30:43 GMT

Sound Sunday offers legal & free music downloads from around the world.

Relax & Drone Out With Free Ambient Music Downloads [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 05:30:16 GMT

Clear your brain with sound waves. This edition of Sound Sunday is packed with ambient drone compositions. Allow them to distract your mind from its usual noise.

Rock Your Life - Alternative Rock & Indie Pop To Get You Through The Week [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 18 Aug 2014 05:30:32 GMT

Sound Sunday explores the diversity of pop and rock, a range of genres that unites generations. All music can be downloaded for free. Consume at your own risk.

Play It, Sam: Relax to the Soothing Sound of Piano Music [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 11 Aug 2014 05:30:49 GMT

Sam's original piano from the film Casablanca will go up for auction in New York in November. Two years ago, another piano from the film was sold for over $600k. The auction house expects Rick's piano to sell for over a million. And that won't include the pianist!

Free & Legal Music For Your Creative Commercial Projects [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 05:30:52 GMT

A few chords is all it takes to get your audience hooked. Here's some music you can use for your YouTube videos, podcasts or anything else you've got cooking.

Kick Back With Instrumental Chillout & Lounge Music [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 28 Jul 2014 05:30:14 GMT

Music and light can really change the atmosphere of a room. Here are free music downloads to add a chilled lounge vibe to your place.

Enter Deep Relaxation With Dark Atmospheric Ambient & Drone Sounds [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 21 Jul 2014 05:30:33 GMT

Whether you're forced to work in a noisy office, experience emotional stress, or suffer from sleep deprivation, music can be a great aid in untangling your mind. For this Sound Sunday, I've once more compiled a collection meant to help you relax.

Need A Soundtrack? Download Free Creative Commons Music [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 14 Jul 2014 05:30:06 GMT

Sound Sunday has shifted from random free music downloads and plain genre editions, to focusing on practical uses of music, including music collections that can help you relax, work out, or fall asleep. Today, I prepared a wild mix of Creative Commons licensed music.

Got Insomnia? Fall Asleep With Relaxing Music [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 05:30:32 GMT

Every Ying needs its Yang. The night reveals whether your mind is in balance. This edition of Sound Sunday can help ground your thoughts and allow you to drift off into sleep.

Still Got The Blues - Free Music - For You [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 16 Jun 2014 05:30:11 GMT

This week, Sound Sunday does the blues. It won't be sad and you won't be laughing. But you will be rocking, back and forth, in the rhythm of the songs. Come meet some of the most talented artists who've got the blues and music that has soul.

11 Free Music Albums: An Ode To The Saxophone [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 02 Jun 2014 05:30:00 GMT

Rock, blues, jazz, electronic music, or hip hop; the saxophone gels with any genre. This edition of Sound Sunday is dedicated to this wonderful instrument. Meet the ultimate refinement to any song.

Upbeat Easy Listening Music To Lift Your Mood For A Happy Day [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 19 May 2014 05:30:49 GMT

Music can get you through any day. And with Sound Sunday, all your music downloads are free! In this edition, you'll find albums perfectly suited for animating your feet. Give the attached minilogs playlist a spin to kick yourself out of a less than happy mood.

Linux Users: Get This Album As A Kernel Module

Danny Stieben — Wed, 14 May 2014 21:00:00 GMT

What's the geekiest way to release an album? How about as a Linux kernel module?

Free MP3 Download: 10 Instrumental Soundtrack Albums [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 12 May 2014 05:30:05 GMT

A Soundtrack is music that supports a story told in pictures or words. In our music-crazy culture, soundtracks are found in movies, TV shows, commercials, video games, and sometimes book readings. Some people even have a soundtrack for their life.

Free Music Downloads: Energetic Workout Playlist [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 05 May 2014 05:30:39 GMT

Dancing creates confidence and it's a great workout, too. Sound Sunday presents a beat-driven playlist for your workout sessions. Whether you're dancing, biking, or lifting weights, these tunes will keep you moving.

Calm Your Mind: Free & Relaxing Music Downloads [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 28 Apr 2014 05:30:47 GMT

In a world driven by noise, calmness is a gift. Music provides an easy escape from the craziness of the real world. Drown out the distractions and drift off into a comforting net of sounds with Sound Sunday's free music stream & downloads.

Wake Up Refreshed: Free Music Downloads To Make Your Day [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 21 Apr 2014 05:30:58 GMT

Are you struggling to wake up and get going in the morning? Maybe you haven't found the right music to get you started, yet.

Rock Your Road Trip With Free Music Downloads [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 05:30:57 GMT

Week after week, Sound Sunday offers fresh material from independent artists for your personal playlists. If you ever find something you love, please consider paying a small donation to the artist. A little recognition can go a long way!

Bollywood Edition: Celebrating Holi Festival Of Colours With Free Indian Music Downloads [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 17 Mar 2014 05:30:06 GMT

In celebration of the Holi Festival of Colours, this week's Sound Sunday is dedicated to Indian music. As always, all music included in this edition can be downloaded for free.

Shamrock Edition: A Treasure Trove Of Free Irish Music Downloads [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 10 Mar 2014 05:30:55 GMT

You've got one week to stock up on St. Patrick's Day music and drinking songs. Sound Sunday gets you started with Irish folk, rock, and some instrumental and electronic music. Find St. Patrick's Day themed playlists at the end of this article. Sláinte!

Free 8-bit Chiptune & Video Game Music Downloads [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 06:30:41 GMT

When is your next video game party? Invite your friends, get some snacks, set up the consoles, and you're all set. Sound Sunday contributes free chiptune music downloads for your pre-gaming playlist!

Free Electronic Dance Music: Stream, Download & Party [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 06:30:30 GMT

After the party is before the party and a playlist is never completed. Add some fresh tunes to your electronic dance collection with free downloads from independent artists. That's what Sound Sunday is for.

Free Music Download: 11 Instrumental Beats & Jazzy Hip Hop Albums [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 10 Feb 2014 06:30:15 GMT

You love hip hop, you just don't know it. That might be because you associate hip hop with rap, the oral element, whose often aggressive and controversial lyrics have given it a gangster reputation. But there is more. Hip hop is a subculture, characterized by three more key elements: breaking (physical), graffiti art (visual), and turntablism (aural).

13 Free Contemporary Classical Music Albums To Download [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 06:30:10 GMT

Sound Sunday features free music downloads from independent artists. In this edition, the spotlight is on contemporary classical music. It's all you'd expect, yet filled with surprises. Give it a spin!

15 Free Classic Rock Music Downloads [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 06:30:33 GMT

Rock is the ultimate music genre. It's one of the most diverse and influential styles ever seen. It has shaped generations on many more levels than just their musical taste. Rock is a state of mind and a way of life.

Auditory Self Test: Do You Experience ASMR? [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 06:30:01 GMT

Sounds can trigger many reactions. Music can help you relax, influence your mood, and some sounds evoke much deeper physical reactions. This week's Sound Sunday will let you find out whether you are sensitive to ASMR – a pleasant, physical reaction some people have to certain sounds. But even if you're not sensitive, you can simply enjoy some relaxing music.

The Free Lounge & Chillout Playlist [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 06:30:43 GMT

Educate your ear and build your music collection for free with Sound Sunday! This week's formidable lounge & chillout collection contains 11 albums, all of which are free downloads from Bandcamp. Great background music for parties and other chilled activities.

Relax & Sleep Better With These Free Music Downloads [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 16 Dec 2013 06:30:15 GMT

Sound Sunday has been offering free and legal music downloads since 2010.

Free Music From Iceland, The Land That Inspired Tolkien [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 09 Dec 2013 06:30:25 GMT

This edition of Sound Sunday explores the diverse music scene of Iceland and offers free downloads from 15 different artists.

Electronic Dance Music: 15 Free EPs & Albums To Download [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 18 Nov 2013 01:30:07 GMT

Sound Sunday has been bringing you free and legal music downloads every Sunday since 2010.

11 Free Ambient Beat Albums To Chill Out & Relax [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 11 Nov 2013 01:30:08 GMT

Sound Sunday is a weekly column featuring legal free music downloads since 2010.

5 High-Quality Final Fantasy 6 Remixes For You to Enjoy

Joel Lee — Wed, 06 Nov 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Covers and remixes often have a bad reputation for “ruining” songs, mostly because they tend to lose the soul that made the original song so great. That’s why it’s so surprising - even for someone like me who isn’t very snobby about music - to find remixes that not only do justice to the original source materials, but even surpass them. Final Fantasy 6 is one of those classic SNES RPGs with a tremendous soundtrack, but some of the remixes to those tracks might surprise you.

Best of OCRemix: Chill Out to These 5 Deus Ex Tracks

Joel Lee — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 18:00:00 GMT

A few months ago, I covered my five favorite Chrono Trigger tracks on OCRemix, and then I followed it up with my favorite Earthbound OCRemix tracks. Today, I step away from the SNES RPG genre to focus on the music for a game that’s more recent: Deus Ex, a futuristic first-person shooter with running themes of dystopia, human augmentation, and large-scale conspiracy.

Free & Fantastic: 10 Jazz Albums To Download [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 00:30:00 GMT

Sound Sunday is your chance to taste a new musical flavor every week. After listening to this edition, you will appreciate Jazz! And if you already do, you'll love what I have for you this week.

13 Free Chillwave Music Albums & EPs [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 07 Oct 2013 00:30:15 GMT

Sound Sunday is all about music. With this edition, we are entering new terrain. Notice any changes? Do share your thoughts and don't forget to pitch ideas, genres, or music! Reach me @TinaSieber on Twitter or email to Tina @ this domain.

This Is Pop! 10 Free MP3 Albums For Your Listening Pleasure [Sound Sunday]

Tina Sieber — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 00:30:10 GMT

Sound Sunday returns to a more mainstream music genre this week. Pop, however, comes in all kinds of different flavors, as this week's edition will serve to prove. From indie rock to shoegazing, and ambient electronic, pop mixes well with almost any genre.

Don't Stop The Music: 4 Ways To Set Up Alerts For New Album Releases

Chris Hoffman — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 18:00:00 GMT

There was a time when you could keep track of new music releases by checking in at your local record store, but we live in a different world now. Apple's iTunes alone offers over 28 million different songs you can purchase, and there are a huge amount of different bands. With access to a much wider world of music, everyone seems to have their own tastes and their own favorite artists.