In addition to writing standard pop rock songs I like to create loop-based instrumental ambient and techno electronic music sometimes.  This one is called “Copper Mountain”:

My Free Techno Music Download this Week: CopperMountain.MP3

Free Music Download Tutorial

I came on this great tutorial for IPod and iPhone from iLounge that details the ins and outs of how to download MP3s from iTunes, Amazon, Walmart, Napster, eMusic and Rhapsody.  By the way if you don’t already know when you download MP3s you want what is called “DRM-free” because that places no restrictions on your ability to burn to CD, make copies for yourself or whatever else you want to do with the file.

The Latest MP3s Around the Web

I also found this free music download from a band called Funeral Party that I think is really upbeat, fun rock with a bit of a gritty, funky edge to it.  Also, I discovered the Friendly Foes MP3s, an indie alternative band with a fresh sound that I liked too.

If you like Hip-hop, check out the CraveOnline December Free MP3 Roundup.  I dig DJ Babu’s track “Dearly Departed” which has a very unique new style that combines a Latin feel with rap.

If you like to workout and you are always looking for new electronic music to get moving then check out FitMusic.  The music is kind of generic but it’s programmed to be uptempo and easy to listen to so, and I thought I would mention it because you can also subscribe to the iTunes podcast.

Music Download Controversy in Schools

If you or someone you know is in college you have probably heard of the music industry’s new idea for college students to be able to download unlimited music for a monthly fee.  This is sparking a lot of controversy that you can read about here.

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