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 If you happen to stumble across an outdated link, we'd very much appreciate it if you could report it.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 Tom McRae MP3 Track
Subscribe to the Tom McRae e-mail newsletter to receive a free MP3 download of the singer-songwriter's new track, "The Alphabet of Hurricanes" (formally released 22nd February 2010).
Free Smashing Pumpkins MP3 Download
Here you can download a free MP3 of "A Song For A Son" by The Smashing Pumpkins. You can either play the track directly in your Web browser or download to your hard drive.
Free Republic of Music Tracks
Popular site "Clash Music" is offering visitors 16 free Republic of Music MP3s. You can either download the entire album or individual tracks. The offer is available for a limited period.
Free Beastie Boys Music Downloads
For a limited period you can obtain free music tracks from the Beastie Boys. You may download individual tracks or the entire album. The choice is entirely yours!
Free Sweethead Music Download
Scroll down to the bottom of their page and enter your details to obtain a free music download from Sweethead, an up-and-coming band featuring Queens of the Stone Age guitarist, Troy Van Leeuwen. The available track is "Tired of Waiting for You".
Free Audiobook Downloads
At this site you will find a selection of free audiobook downloads, the majority of which are in MP3 format. Some of those featured include: Pride and Prejudice, Greek Myths, Dracula, War of the Worlds, and others. All you have to do is register to gain access.
5 Free Music Tracks from Nokia
Grab 5 free music tracks from the Nokia Music Store, simply by setting up an account and installing the application on your computer. The software is particularly useful if you are the owner of a Nokia handset. (UK Only)
Free VICE Music Track Download
Sign up to obtain a free download of "Lady Rewind", a track from VICE, "4 guys who mix raw soul, funk and outrageous rhythm to capture the mind and effortlessly activate the body".
Free Beverley Knight MP3 Download
Download a demo release of "Moneyback", a new Beverley Knight track as featured on her latest album "100%", which is released on 7th September 2009.
Free WorldSound Music Downloads
Here you can request a selection of free music from record-label, WorldSound. The downloads include tracks from some lesser-known artists, such as Analogue Transit, The Moonlighters, One Right Turn, Na Leo and others. You are required to register for their e-mail newsletter but you may unsubscribe at a later date.
Free Jean Michel Jarre MP3
Get your hands on a free MP3 download from the official Jean Michel Jarre site. You will receive "Oxygene 5 Live" from his performance at Wembley on 22nd May 2009. To obtain, complete the online form and wait for the download link.
Free 7digital MP3 Downloads
A regularly updated collection of free MP3s can be found at 7digital, in various genres, including: rock, hip-hop, reggae, audiobooks, etc. Many of the downloads featured are from relatively unknown artists, and there are some real gems to be found. Check back regularly to see their latest updates. Click the orange "MP3" buttons to download the tracks.
Free Gibson Guitars MP3 Downloads
Music fans might like to check out this large collection of free MP3 files from Gibson Guitars. It features approximately 400 downloads from lesser-known artists, including Joe Callicott, Sean O'Bryan Smith and Charles Caldwel. The music encompasses a wide range of genres, from rock and pop to folk and disco.
Free Last.fm MP3 Downloads
Over 200 genuine MP3s can be downloaded at the Last.fm site, completely free of charge. Tracks from artists such as John Petrucci (Dream Theater), Nine Inch Nails, Jose Gonzalez, The Blood Brothers and Jamie Cullum are featured, along with others, many of which you may not be too familiar with. Still, it's a great opportunity to discover new artists.
Free MP3 Download from The Streets
Here you can obtain a free MP3 download from Mike Skinner's group, The Streets. To grab yours, click the link at the bottom of their page to download "THE ESCAPIST" in MP3 format. Please note: this offer is only available for a limited time, so you'll have to hurry.