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• Arts: Music: Directories: Bands and Artists  (29)
• Arts: Music: Directories: Musician Resources  (3)
• Arts: Music: Sound Files: MP3: Downloads: Indies  (36)
• Arts: Music: Sound Files: RealAudio: Independent Artist  (7)
• Arts: Radio: Internet: Music  (35)

• About.com: Music Careers - Lengthy article about contracts, agents and managers, and finding musicians for bands.
• Bandit A&R Newsletter - Monthly newsletter featuring companies looking for talent.
• BandRadio - A musician's resource site for all that is the music business. Includes a searchable directory.
• The Bards Crier - Weekly guerrilla music marketing e-zine designed to help musicians succeed. Includes lessons, articles and book reviews.
• Canadian Music Artists - Created to promote Canadian music artists for free, including musician resources such as production tutorials, articles on song writing, and royalty free samples.
• Christian Audio & Video Auditions - A place where Christian artists can post their songs on-line.
• Comparison of Music Hosting Services (OMDs) - A comparison of online music distributors for artists wishing to share or sell their music online.
• EvO:R - Helps promote the music of its members. Bands information, reviews, and application information.
• Funender - Provides MP3 music hosting and directory.
• GarageBand.com - Services include MP3 hosting, gig promotion, contest submission, and access to music industry insiders.
• GigLeader.com - Provides a facility to search for bands in local area. United States only.
• GoListenLive.net: Articles - Self-help articles explain marketing music on a small budget.
• Grass Roots Entertainment - Providing reviews and resources for local and independent musicians.
• HardRoad.com - Music and lifestyle web site targeted primarily at college age music lovers. They provide users with a vicarious road trip experience and introduce local and regional music to the web audience.
• Hollywood Music - See and hear music from unsigned and independent artists.
• HybridLab - HybridLab supports creative arts in London, it is part of Innovative Enterprise Action
• Indie Link Exchange, The - Includes a list of music people who wish to exchange links with other music related sites.
• Indie Music - Many free resources for musicians including contacts, reviews, and venues.
• Indie News Network - Webzine and newsletter that gives you information on what is happening in the world of independent music.
• Indie Radio - Live broadcasts of music from independent artists. Submissions accepted.
• IndieGroup - Free websites and email accounts for independent musicians and those involved in the music industry. Also provides links to other online resources.
• Jamwave - Independent artists community offering websites and weblog creation to upload music, films or videos. Requires registration.
• Jeff Mallett's Songwriter Site - A collection of advice and articles for songwriters.
• The Music Biz Academy - A musician's guide to promoting, selling and doing music business on the Internet, with promotion tips and links to other online resources.
• The Music Broker Network - Provides free access to a panel of experts who will answer any questions about record companies, publishing and other topics of interest.
• Music Copyright Information - Music copyright information and advice for song writers and composers.
• Pass the Mic - Web showcase for Rock bands, articles, news, and classifieds.
• Ready Fire Aim - Artists and repertoire directory, print magazine listings, tip sheets, and articles.
• SongCritic.com - Fans can download and listen to your song (driving traffic to your site) and then post reviews of your tune.
• StarPolish - Offers articles from industry experts on promotion and contracts as well as profiles of indie bands and artists, and industry news.
• The Unsigned Guide - Music directory for unsigned bands and artists in North West England. Contains information on getting a record deal, where to practice, and get CD's copied.
• Yahoo! Groups: BSharpNews - Monthly music industry newsletter published by Kenny Love, focused toward independent musicians.