Through many late night web searches for new music, I have discovered several great sites that offer thousands of artist profiles, free (legal) downloads, and a very wide array of genres. Here are a few of my go-to sites. (Click on the site name to follow the link to the site.)
1.) Noise Trade: This site allows you to discover relatively unknown artists and a few "bigger name" artists. Noise Trade makes it easy to connect with other music lovers and the artists through their email system. The site is extremely easy to navigate and easy to use. EVERY song on Noise Trade is FREE AND LEGAL to download, but you have the option to support the artists through donations of as little as $1 up to $100 (again, completely optional).
2.) PureVolume: PureVolume is very similar to Noise Trade. It offers lesser known artists and bigger names. The website is great for finding and promoting new music and emerging artists. Each artist has a profile that typically contains basic info, updates, photos, shows and music for streaming. Artists have the option of making each of their songs available for free download. Listeners and fans can also create profiles to interact with artists and each other, as well as track and share music they like.
3.) Myspace: This may come as a surprise to some, but some of my favorite bands have been the ones I have found on Myspace's music profiles. Although Myspace is dead to the general population, it is still a gold mine of incredible musical talents.
4.) Amazon: Amazon.com has an infinite amount of music to download and listen to. You can find literally any music you could ever want. They have over 22,000 free songs to go through. I have found some very interesting music in their free downloads section. It's definitely worth the look, besides, you never know when an "up and coming" artist will be featuring a free song on Amazon (I have found many of these!).
5.) Free Music Archive: This site is by far the most diverse when it comes to genres offered. It offers anything from hip-hop to rock to "old-time/historic" restored records. Free Music Archive is yet another website that provides you with completely free and legal downloads and has something for everyone!
There are all kinds of music sites out there! Some are harder to find than others, but don't be discouraged if you can't find what you are looking for on the first try. Keep searching and you will definitely be rewarded for your efforts. I have several other sites I use, so if these aren't your style or you need help getting started, let me know! I will be more than happy to help.
CHAPPO: Essential Songs To Know
Here is a selection of CHAPPO songs that every music fanatic should be aware of. These songs really exemplify CHAPPO's style of "pscychedelic soul, island romance pop, and space rock" along with their uncommon type of creativity.
1.) "Hell No" - from the album Moonwater
2.) "What Are You Kids On?" - from the album Moonwater
3.) "Sci-Fi Bandits" - from the EP Plastique Universe
4.) "Petrified Sand" - From the EP Plastique Universe
5.) "Come Home" - from the EP Plastique Universe
6.) "5-0" - from the album Moonwater
7.) "Rattle The Bone" - from the album Media Machine
8.) "Media Machine" - from the album Media Machine
1.) "Hell No" - from the album Moonwater
2.) "What Are You Kids On?" - from the album Moonwater
3.) "Sci-Fi Bandits" - from the EP Plastique Universe
4.) "Petrified Sand" - From the EP Plastique Universe
5.) "Come Home" - from the EP Plastique Universe
6.) "5-0" - from the album Moonwater
7.) "Rattle The Bone" - from the album Media Machine
8.) "Media Machine" - from the album Media Machine
The Lesser Known Band of The Week: CHAPPO
CHAPPO is one of my favorite bands. I don't remember where I came across them, but I know I have been listening to their music for several years now. I got to see the band perform this past weekend at the Bunbury Music Festival in Cincinnati, OH. After the show I headed over to their "Meet & Greet" session, and I must say they are wonderful both on and off stage. They're an incredible band to see live. If you ever have the opportunity to see CHAPPO, do so! You will be glad you did.
Band Bio:
CHAPPO is a four-member band out of Brooklyn. The band was formed in 2007 and consists of Baton Rouge native lead singer/songwriter and guitarist Alex Chappo and Seattle-born keyboardist Chris Olson, drummer Zac Colwell, and guitarist Dave Feddock. They have a very unique sound, a blend of psychedelic and post-punk influenced indie rock.
They released their debut independent album, Media Machine, in 2008. The EP Plastique Universe followed in 2010. In 2012, CHAPPO released their sophomore full-length album, Moonwater, on Majordomo Records in partnership with their own label, Rouse Records. You can find more on CHAPPO at their website.
Below is the music video for CHAPPO's song "Come Home," on their EP Plastique Universe. This is a somewhat well known song, as it was used for the 4th generation Ipod Touch commercial in 2010. It's a fun song with catchy lyrics and a good beat. Enjoy!
There will be more to come on CHAPPO throughout the week! Keep checking back!
About "The Lesser Known"
I have been talking about creating a music blog for several years now. After attending a music festival in Ohio, I decided that the time was right. Over the past few years, I have discovered thousands of incredible bands with an unbelievably small fan base. Through The Lesser Known, I want to share these bands with the world and other music lovers. This blog will be a resource for readers to learn about and share bands, concerts, music sites, personal music experiences, and everything in between. Music is master when it comes to The Lesser Known.
Suggestions of any kind are always welcome and encouraged. I hope you like what you see and please share The Lesser Known with your friends! Thanks!
Suggestions of any kind are always welcome and encouraged. I hope you like what you see and please share The Lesser Known with your friends! Thanks!
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