Free Music and MP3 Downloads
If you are searching for free MP3 sounds, you should be aware that this file format has been the subject of much controversy in recent years (largely due to the issue of illegal file sharing). However, many free MP3s do exist and we are now witnessing a trend for musicians to offer some of their tracks for free. In this section, FreebieList.com takes a look at those MP3 files which are free to download and also completely legal. If you'd like to suggest an addition to this category, please suggest a site. If you happen to stumble across an outdated link, we'd very much appreciate it if you could report it.
Free Fran Healy MP3 Download
Follow the link on the right-hand side of the Fran Healy site and enter your e-mail address to obtain a free download of "Holiday" in MP3 format, a track from the debut album "Wreckorder". If you've never heard of Fran, he's the lead singer of the Scottish band Travis. This is a taster of his solo work!
Free MP3 Downloads from Inception Soundtrack
Here you can obtain two exclusive (and completely free) MP3 files from the soundtrack of the blockbuster film, "Inception". To obtain, click the "get 2 exclusive tracks" link and then enter your e-mail address to download "Projections" and "Don't Think About Elephants".
Free Manic Street Preachers MP3 Download
At NME you can obtain a free MP3 download of the Manic Street Preachers' song, "I'm Leaving You For Solitude". This track is unique in the fact it doesn't feature on their "Postcards From A Young Man" album. Simply follow the instructions to download or stream online.
Free BBC Radio 1 Ibiza Mix MP3 Download
For a limited time, you can download a free MP3 from BBC Radio 1, containing a selection of classic Ibiza tracks, such as those from Faithless, Grace, Tomcraft, Energy 52, Moby, ATB, Chicane, and more.
Free Glastonbury: The Album MP3 Downloads
If you're not heading off to Glastonbury this year, don't despair! You can still get your hands on this selection of music from NME. 20 free MP3s are available to download from artists such as Florence and the Machine, La Roux, Empire of the Sun, Marina and the Diamonds, and more. Scroll down the page to access the "Download" link.
Free Coldplay Album Download
As a "thank you" to fans, Coldplay are offering visitors a free copy of their album, "Left Right Left Right Left". To obtain yours, simply sign-up for their e-mail newsletter. The album features a number of classic Coldplay tracks, including Clocks, Fix You, The Hardest Part, Viva La Vida, and more.
Free INTERPOL MP3 Track
Here you can download a free MP3 track from U.S. band INTERPOL. The track available is "Lights". Enter your date of birth and then subscribe to their e-mail newsletter. After which, you'll be forwarded a link to download.
Free Blur Music Track Download
Download a copy of "Fool's Day", a brand new track from Blur. You may download either an MP3 or uncompressed WAV version. To obtain the track, you are required to register for their e-mail newsletter.
Free Twisted Wheel MP3 Track
Here you can obtain a free MP3 track from Twisted Wheel, an up-and-coming band from Oldham, UK. The track on offer is "Tell the World". You need to subscribe to their e-mail newsletter to download the MP3.
Free Dave Matthews Band Track
Here you can download "Seven", a new track from Dave Matthews Band. Alternatively, you can listen to the track without downloading. The choice is yours! You are required to register for their e-mail mailing list.
Free Metallica MP3 Downloads
Scroll down the page to obtain a selection of free Metallica live music tracks from 1982 to 2003. You are required to complete a free registration and subscribe to their e-mail newsletter.
Free Kina Grannis MP3 Track
Here you can download a free MP3 from Kina Grannis, an American singer/songwriter. The track is called "Valentine" and features on her latest album, "Stairwells". Follow the yellow "Free Single" button to start your download.
Free Kate Nash MP3 Track
Sign-up for the Kate Nash e-mail newsletter to receive news, updates, pre-ticket sales, and also to gain access to this free track entitled "I Just Love You More".
Free Angels and Airwaves Album Download
Here you can download the entire new Angels & Airways album, "LOVE". They are an alternative rock band fronted by Blink 182 member, Tom DeLonge.
Free Music For Relief Download
Request a free compilation of unreleased music, presented by Music For Relief and featuring artists such as Linkin Park, Peter Gabriel, Slash, Enrique Iglesias, Dave Matthews Band, and others. Download this if you wish to contribute to the Haiti disaster appeal. There is also information and an opportunity to donate additional money to the cause.