How to find absolutely free music downloads

Everybody likes to listen to music and today, with the advent of the internet and file-sharing websites, there are many ways to find free music and download your favourite songs. This article looks at the best practices for downloading free music and a selection of today's most popular sites.

Where to start?

For those who are new to downloading music online, the whole process may at first appear a little daunting and confusing. However, once the technique has been mastered a whole new world of music will open its doors to you in order to transfer music directly to your mp3 player or mobile phone. By simply typing "free music downloads" in a search engine, you will be presented with numerous websites offering unlimited music downloads. Furthermore, if you are searching for a particular artist or genre, then an internet search will bring up an extensive list of places where you can find both old and new music.

What to look for?

Now, as there are so many options, it is important to find sites that offer both free and legal mp3 downloads. This is necessary as these sites are virus-free and will therefore, not harm your personal computer. Site's credibility To confirm a site’s credibility, simply run a quick Google or Yahoo search using the website's name. Once you are satisfied with the site, follow the instructions carefully and you will gain access to an unlimited library of music. Most sites ask users to create an account before downloading can begin. However, this comes at no cost to the user and requires a little more than entering some personal information. Sites asking for registration fees or debit/credit card details should be treated with caution as this can often result in unwanted costs.

Today's popular download sites

Of the many available free mp3 download websites, there are some which stand out as the leaders and continue to outshine their rivals. Last.fm is a UK music website founded in 2002 that allows users to buy, share and download music for free. A benefit of Last.fm is that music can be downloaded straight to your computer without creating a user profile or signing-in. Another popular site is Vuze.com which allows its users to upload their music, share it within the community and download from others which are absolutely free. One of the most comprehensive music collections available today is to be found at iTunes. Predominately, a place for buying music, iTunes also offers a wide range of totally free music. If you already have an iTunes account, then log into the iTunes Store, type "Free Music" in the search bar and choose from a selection of singles, radio shows and podcasts.