You need to sign up for a (free) Napster account in order to access these free MP3 files. Here's the direct link to the Napster download page. "Nothing Like This" by J DillaTaken from the Adult Swim/Stones Throw compilation Chrome Children, this dreamy psychedelic soundscape plays like a voice from the heavens--the voice of the late, great J Dilla. [Nov...

According to the Zune Insider website, Universal Music Group will receive a device royalty on every Zune sold. Specifics of the deal are not forthcoming from either Microsoft or Universal, but the article suggests that a portion of the royalty revenues will be relayed to recording artists. This makes me wonder how the sharing will take place and whether it...

Today's download suddenly switched from a simple URL to a big-old-complicated one, suggesting that Napster is going to be a little more protective about its new free download program. If the link I provided does not work for you, visit the download page directly. Before: http://www.napster.com/mds_daily_download/media/110606/Mandrake.mp3 After: http://condir.napster.com/gf/Get_on_with_Your_Life.mp3?mob=AQEAT2MAAABDSwUAAJ4BRQCaTUWLzoC7gIDk.0l3d3cubmFwc3Rlci5jb20vbWRzX2RhaWx5X2Rvd25sb2FkL21lZGlhLzExMDYwNi9HZXRfb25fd2l0aF9Zb3VyX0xpZmUubXAzmRb8ATBEnQpRRWsYn74iK2.RomXvyJMTuec-&ext=.mp3 "Get on with Your Life" by The PurrsThese Seattle alt-rock vets have...

"Mandrake" by Chrisopher BlueCompared to the likes of Tom Waits and Bono, this singer-songwriter describes his style as "American road music tied into a noose knot swinging in the wind." What does that sound like? Download this song and find out. [Nov 8] More freebies after the jump....

According to Yahoo News, starting 22 November, Microsoft will offer new TV and video XBox Live content. TV Shows are expected to retail at $1.99. Movies will probably rent for $3.99 for 24 hours. Media reports are spinning this product as the "iTV killer", but I have my doubts. I'd like to see how easy it is to connect to...

You need to sign up for a (free) Napster account in order to access these free MP3 files. "The Young Idealists" by Lloyd ColeA sharply observed look at youth and politics from the journeyman singer-songwriter and former Commotions leader. One more reason Cole's understated approach continues to win fans. [Nov 7] More freebies after the jump....

Zune Website Zunerama put together a nifty graphic of the Zune menu structure. It based its tree on the various reviews, demo videos and so forth floating around the net. As you'd expect, Music, Video and Picture playback functions predominate, with additional options for Settings, Radio and Community. Of greatest interest to many of us is the sharing portion:...