Free (and Frugal) Music Download Sources

Are you craving some new tunes, but are strapped for cash? The web is full of great .mp3 files to refresh your playlists on a regular basis without breaking the bank. In fact, many sites offer them completely free of charge. These freebies are a great way for new and upcoming bands to get their name out there, and a fun yet frugal way for you to fill your iPod.

While you think many of these are just fly-by-night bands you'll never hear from again -- think again. One of my favorite freebies from last summer was Owl City's Fireflies, which ended up as one of the top songs of 2009. You never know -- in your search for freebies you may just download the next big hit! Here are some of my favorite sources for free .mp3s:

1. Amazon.com
Not only does Amazon have a huge selection of free songs within their digital downloads department, they offer great everyday prices on popular .mp3s. Plus, they have a selection of albums on sale for $5 from popular performers like Lady Gaga, The Black Eyed Peas, and The Taylor Swift.

2. iTunes
iTunes is a great source for any iPod download, but if you're not taking advantage of their freebies, you're missing out. iTunes regularly runs a "Single of the Week" promo on their marketplace homepage. Additionally, if you become a fan of iTunes on Facebook you'll get some great freebies - including the Starbucks Sampler featuring 20 songs from artists such as Sting, Moby, Iron & Wine, Metric and more. Simply become an iTunes fan on Facebook and follow instructions.

3. Walmart.com
When iTunes top 100 is filled with $1.29 tracks, many of them can be found on Walmart.com for just $.94. If you download a lot of music, that savings can definitelyadd up. Plus, Walmart has a wide selection of .mp3s for just $.64. They also offer a free track of the week in their "Features and Specials" department.

4. MTV
MTV.com offers a small selection of freebies from up-and-coming bands on a regular basis. Check back regularly to see what's new (and free!).

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Target's Big Save

In order to compete with Warehouse giants Sam's Club and Costco, Target stores are devoting their seasonal department to bulk purchase items for the next six weeks. This is the area in the store where you'll typically find the Back-to-School supplies and Christmas goodies. For the past few years, they've devoted that space to their Global Market products in January. This year, they're going the frugal route.

I was there this week and noticed it. There was a group of college girls there giddy with excitement over the prices and stocking up for their apartment. I didn't know about the "treasure hunt" items, otherwise I may have given it a closer look.

"Target is following Costco's lead, and is interspersing treasure hunt items in its Great Save. In roughly 1,000 of its stores, the retailer will sell goods from designers not typically offered, such as polo shirts from Ralph Lauren and T-shirts by Calvin Klein."

Source: http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/108516/toilet-paper-trumps-decor-at-targets-great-save