Where to download free music

Free music can be found in many places online. In this article, we will explore some of the best places to download free music legally and safely.

Subscribing to a service like Spotify, Tidal, or Apple Music means you get unlimited access to millions of songs — in many ways, it’s like owning every song on Earth. But that illusion only lasts as long as you make monthly payments. If you end your subscription, you abruptly lose access to all of that music.

For a more permanent solution, you can download tracks that are yours to keep forever. And you don’t have to spend a lot of money to get those tracks, because there are websites that let you legally download music for free. Here are the best free music download websites.

1. SoundCloud: SoundCloud is one of the largest music communities online, with millions of songs and remixes available for free. You can search for music by genre, mood, or popularity, and even follow your favorite artists to keep up with their latest releases. The only catch is that some songs on SoundCloud are only available for streaming and not for download.

2. Jamendo: Jamendo is a platform that supports independent artists by providing a space for them to share their music for free. You can search for music by genre, mood, or popularity, and even download entire albums. The music on Jamendo is licensed under Creative Commons, which means you can use it for personal or commercial projects, as long as you give proper credit to the artist.

4. Free Music Archive: The Free Music Archive is a curated library of high-quality, legal music that you can download for free. The music on the Free Music Archive is sourced from a variety of independent artists and is divided into genres, making it easy to find the type of music you’re looking for.

5. Bandcamp: Bandcamp is a platform that allows artists to share their music and sell physical merchandise. While not all music on Bandcamp is free, many artists offer free downloads of their music. You can also find music by searching for “pay what you want” albums, where you can choose to pay nothing or whatever amount you want for the music.

6.YouTube Audio Library: The YouTube Audio Library is a collection of royalty-free music that you can use for your videos on YouTube. The library is constantly updated, and you can search for music by genre, mood, and length, making it easy to find the perfect track for your project.

In conclusion, there are many places online where you can download free music legally and safely. From SoundCloud to the Free Music Archive, you’re sure to find the perfect track for your next project. Just be sure to check the licensing agreements before using any music for commercial purposes, and always give proper credit to the artist.

You can find free music downloads on the internet without relying on a streaming subscription.

Here at MarkMeets we value and appreciate all the talent that goes into music so ensure you are supporting the artist, writer, label etc by paying to download if the content you seek is not free to stream / available at no cost when added to your playlist.

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