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Music is getting less expensive with each year. Today you don’t need to buy CDs or tracks on iTunes, Google Play or Amazon in order to listen to your favorite music. You may simply go to YouTube and use free tool for YouTube download. Leaving aside the legal issue of this action, let’s examine in details which is the best MP3 downloader of 2018.

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1. Freemake YouTube to MP3 Boom

YouTube to MP3 Boom lets grab thousands MP3 music files from YouTube without visiting the video sharing giant. It’s a free program for Windows OS. In fact, the freeware works like a search engine where you can input your request and get list of helpful results. The results are sorted by relevance, popularity and collections. Collection might contain full album and hot remixes. The free software also includes a player at the bottom of the program, so you can always listen to a record before clicking the trigger.

There are two ways to work with MP3 Boom:

1. You use the search bar to find YouTube music inside the program;
2. or you copy the URL of a music video from YouTube and paste it into the software;

Both methods will let you download the desired track. Still if you use the internal search, you also get other songs by an artist split into albums.
You are able to play and download specific MP3s one by one or in bulk using the Download all button. Underneath the player, you can see an orange toggle, if you click the toggle, you’ll open the settings tab. By default, everything is save into Music folder onto your computer. But if you plan to use the albums feature, it’s better to check the free storage space on your PC and select another directory or drive, for example, it can be drive D, if you have it or cloud drive folder.

All the tracks are downloaded in MP3 format in the highest quality possible (up to 320 kbps). Those files are ready to be transferred to any portable gadget. It’s necessary to notice fast performance of the tool. Even if you plan to fill in your Walkman or iPod with fresh hundreds of singles, Freemake MP3 Boom does its work fast. You don’t have to wait all evening to get your files.

Pros:

• internal song search;
• bulk music downloads;
• full song preview;
• high quality audio;

Cons:

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• no queue;
• lack of auto-completion, and auto-correction of queries;
• download history is kept only for the current session;

2. MP3jam

Free MP3jam software for Windows is free MP3 downloader. It features inbuilt music search and accepts YouTube links as well. The software boasts of a proprietary ranging algorithm which filters and organizes search results from YouTube in such a way that most popular tracks are always on top. You may download a single track or a full album in MP3 audio format. The tool is lightweight and speedy. You can save full MP3 album in less than 1 minute.

A nice option of MP3jam is the support for hashtags. You may enter tags like #rock, #funny, #classical, #angry, #1980s, etc. and get the list of famous songs representing the genre, mood, epoch or style. The top genres and moods are listed right when you open the tool. It reminds Spotify a lot and enriches your discovery experience. So, if you need an inspiration, check hashtags and learn new songs, artists or genres.

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The freeware has a simple player inside. You can play the tracks before, during or after downloading from the History tab and to make sure that you get an authentic version, not just a cover. Unfortunately, the available player can’t be called ideal for enthusiasts. There’s no equalizer, playlists, shuffle, control customization, amplifier, tags, or shortcuts. But it does all key things: play, pause, skip, next, volume adjustment. The tool will also indicate if you have already downloaded the exact track and want to do this once again. It seems to be a nice feature since it saves your PC storage, if you plan to use the app often.

Pros:

• powerful music search;
• advanced filtering and ranging;
• useful music player;
• history of download;
• hashtags support;

Cons:

• only 5 tracks are available for download per 25 minutes;
• full albums download requires 1 day ($0.95) or lifetime ($9.95) subscription.

3. Songr

Songr is freeware for Windows to search and download music. You may get if from Softonic. The tool has a bit utilitarian interface, still it works flawlessly.

Songr uses all the Web to search for music files. That’s why you may see different sites in the Search engine column. There are four types of search queries you may enter: a single song title, artist name, album or a part of lyrics. The tool will show you different MP3 track versions depending on the duration or bitrate.

You may proceed to iTunes, Amazon or other sites to legally buy cheap tracks. Still free download option is always available. You can listen to the song before copy and even read info about the artist. The More also offers you additional links to YouTube videos, concerts details, etc.

Pros:

• search by lyrics;
• no ads;
• music preview;
• different song versions available.

Cons:

• a bit complicated interface;
• rare updates.

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4. Free Music and Video Downloader

Free Music and Video Downloader is a tiny MP3 ripper. You may get it from SnapFiles for Windows. No installation is required: just open the ZIP file and run the EXE app.

The tool lets you save MP3s tracks from many online resources like Last.fm, Grooveshark, Sogou, SoundCloud and others. You may choose from which sites the app should take music.

The search bar accepts song title queries as well as artist or band’s names to bring you all possible music versions from different sites. To start capturing, just double click on the song line. There is an option of song preview before receiving.

The tool is also capable of downloading videos and TV streams to your laptop.

Pros:

• no ads;
• fast music search;
• music preview;
• numerous supported sites.

Cons:

• some of the declared music sources are no longer supported;
• poor interface;
• unfiltered search results;
• no full album downloads.

5. MP3 Rocket

MP3Rocket.me is a video to MP3 converter for Windows. Generally, it works only with YouTube as a source. But if you need music tracks under Creative Commons license, you may switch to the respective tab and get music from Jamendo, SoundCloud, ccMixter, etc. All the tracks are delivered in MP3 format and in 256 kbps quality. If you need better quality, you’ll have to purchase PRO version to access 320 kbps mode. Preview is available.

The tool also offers a good deal of additional options like sound recording, ringtone creation, FLV files conversion, radio streams, and even games, etc.

Pros:

• fast music search and download;
• direct transfer to iTunes;
• access to music under Creative Commons;
• music preview;
• downloads history.

Cons:

• adware alerts upon installation;
• no automatic MP3 export to iTunes;
• paid unlimited downloads.

6. FrostWire

FrostWire is a free p2p or “peer to peer” MP3 music grabber. Frostwire 4 and earlier used to have the same features as seized LimeWire app, but since 5th update FrostWire became a self-sufficient BitTorrent client for Windows PC (7, 8, 10), Apple Mac & Linux. Old FrostWire versions contained toolbars and were often flagged as a virus. In 2017 developers removed ads and now you can get most of this real music browser safely.

Here’s how to use Frostwire in 2018:

1. Go to frostwire.com and get it;
2. Launch the application;
3. Enter your term in the upper search box;
4. Wait for results and select something;
5. Preview the track. If this button is not working, it means that the file playback isn’t supported yet.
6. Click the Download button at the bottom of the program.

As you can see, you don’t need a Spotify recorder, FrostWire is an easy alternative to it. Besides, there is FrostWire Plus app for Android that you can install on your Samsung Galaxy, LG or HTC phone and listen to tunes on the way to school or to work.

Pros:

• quick cross-platform tool;
• no signup required;
• free HQ files, including lastest songs;
• import to iTunes

Cons:

• old-fashioned interface;
• p2p MP3 sources

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There are plenty of websites out there that offer free music downloads, and we've weeded through them so you can find only the best and brightest in this list of the best 15 places to get free music downloads legally.

At these websites, you'll be able to download free music in high-quality MP3 format so they'll play on your computer, phone, or tablet. Since you can download and save them, they'll forever be yours.

All the free music downloads here are legal. They're either public domain or, in most cases, the artists have given permission for you to download and enjoy their hard work. That means you can feel great about listening to the music and discovering some hidden gems you might have otherwise passed up.

Want to stream instead of download? We keep a list of the best places to listen to free music online. You can even stream free music right from your phone. If you like to watch music videos along with the music, there are also free music video streaming websites. Also be sure to check out these free online radio stations that play all types of music, and this list of places to download royalty-free sounds.

Jamendo

What We Like

• Lots of ways to browse for music downloads

• Lets you stream music, too

• Includes an online radio function

• There are mobile apps you can use

What We Don't Like

• Downloads are in MP3 only; no option for other formats

• Requires you to make a user account (it's free) to download the music

• Free downloads are in MP3 quality only, not HD

All the free music downloads at Jamendo are made available through Creative Commons licensing meaning that the artists themselves have decided they want to give out their music for free for the masses to enjoy.

You can discover new music at Jamendo by viewing the most popular music and the songs that trending. There's also a Latest music filter to see recently added songs. You can also search for artists that you know to see if their music is available for download.

Another way to find great music here is by listening to one of the Jamendo radio channels. When you find a song or artist you like, you can then download that single track or the entire album.

Yet another way to browse this free music is via playlists, like 'Best of January,' 'Electro Funk Frenzy,' 'Valentine's Day,' and 'Girls On the Rise.'

If you'd rather stream the music at Jamendo instead of download it, they give you that option, too.

Jamendo has free apps available for Android, iOS, and Windows if you'd rather not use your web browser.

NoiseTrade

What We Like

• You get the whole album at once in one click

• Lets you preview the tracks before downloading them

• Provides a way to tip the artists

• Also includes eBooks and audiobooks

What We Don't Like

• Must download the whole album; can't pick specific tracks

• You have to enter your email address to download the music

You can download thousands of free music albums from NoiseTrade, through Paste Magazine, and they're all completely legal to take. The artists want you to check out their creations and if you like it and are inclined to do so, you can tip them or help promote them to your friends.

You can stream part of the songs right now, but to download an album and access the full-length music, you need to enter your email address and zip code. You'll receive the album as a ZIP file which contains the MP3 files.

You can easily find new albums you want to download by viewing the 'Notable' picks on the home page, plus there's a list of genres you can comb through.

NoiseTrade also offers free eBook and audiobook downloads for authors who'd like to share and earn your tip.

Amazon

What We Like

• You can sort the list of music downloads

• Provides several ways to filter and refine the list of downloads

• The songs can be previewed

What We Don't Like

• The download process can be confusing

• You have to log in to your Amazon account to download the music

• Only the music through the link below is free; other music on Amazon is not

There are thousands and thousands of free music downloads at Amazon.com, making it one of my favorite websites to visit when I'm looking for new music to download legally.

You can see the all the free music downloads by choosing a genre or sorting by popularity, release date, length of the song, reviews, or in alphabetical order by title, artist, or album.

You can play the songs before downloading them, but when you're ready to save the songs to your computer, add the item to your cart. Then, you can check out as if you were purchasing something by pressing Confirm Purchase. You'll be taken to a link to download the free music, and it'll also be saved in the Digital Orders tab of your order history.

Bandcamp

What We Like

• Lets you download songs and full albums

• Includes lots of tracks you won't find on other free music download sites

• You can choose to pay if you want to

• No user account is needed

What We Don't Like

• Not every song you see is free to download

• You have to explicitly say that you're choosing to not pay for the music

• There isn't a 'free only' page

Bandcamp makes it easy for artists to share their music in a 'name your price' type of setting. This means that while you can pay for the music, another option is to put a zero in the payment box and download the song for free.

The Discover page is a great way to find the best selling music at Bandcamp, plus new arrivals and songs recommended by artists.

Not all songs can be downloaded for free but for the ones that don't have a minimum price, put a zero in the 'Name Your Price' box. To do this, choose Buy Digital Track, enter 0 in the box, select download to your computer, and follow the on-screen prompts to get the download.

Sometimes, there also isn't a minimum price on entire albums, so you can use the Buy Digital Album option to get all of its songs for free.

Internet Archive's Audio Archive

What We Like

• Lots of free audio downloads to pick from

• Several sorting and filtering options

• Most music can be downloaded in several audio formats

• Supports previewing music

• You don't need a user account to download the free music

What We Don't Like

• Has a lot more lower quality music than other music download sites

• Navigating the website can be confusing

Internet Archive's Audio Archive has millions of results for free downloads of music, audio, podcasts, radio programs, and most notably their Live Music Archive.

You can sort the free music downloads by most viewed items, title, date published, or creator, as well as filter the results by media type (concerts, audio, etc.), topics & subjects (e.g. rock or funk), language, and more.

You'll find all kinds of artists with free music downloads here including Jack Johnson, John Mayer, Grateful Dead, 311, and Smashing Pumpkins.

There are usually multiple file formats that you can download the free music in, like MP3 and OGG. These are listed in the DOWNLOAD OPTIONS area of every download page.

SoundClick

What We Like

• Includes music from signed and unsigned artists

• Lots of genres to pick from

• No sign in necessary

• Includes lots of music download deals and discounts

What We Don't Like

• Not every song is free

• There isn't a single page where you can find all the free music; it's mixed in with music that costs

• Some songs can only be streamed

SoundClick is the ultimate portal into finding free music downloads directly from the artists websites. These artists have decided they'd like to let people download their music for free. This includes signed and unsigned musicians.

With SoundClick, you can browse through the music charts and genres until you find a free music download you'd like to have and then either listen to or download that song.

You can also create custom radio stations, get to know other listeners on the forums, and read more about your favorite SoundClick artists.

While you can, of course, download free music from SoundClick, some artists make their music available only after you've paid for the download, and others allow music streaming only.

Last.fm

What We Like

• Every download is available in one click

• A user account is not required

• There are lots of ways to browse for music

What We Don't Like

• It's hard to search for free music only

• You can't preview songs before downloading them

• MP3 is the only download option

Last.fm has several pages of free music downloads that fall into all genres. You can browse these free downloads by category, new releases, coming soon, or by simply looking through the whole list.

Just one selection will download your chosen song.

Besides free music downloads, you can also stream thousands of songs and get recommendations of bands you'll love.

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SoundCloud

What We Like

• Tons of content

• Includes music downloads from well-known and new, up-and-coming artists

• Every track can be streamed before downloading

• Easier to find free downloads vs some other music download sites

What We Don't Like

• You have to log in to download music

• Finding free downloads can be difficult

SoundCloud is a website that lets you stream and download free music. Content at SoundCloud is sometimes uploaded by professional artists, while others are shared by independent musicians.

Not all music on SoundCloud can be downloaded, and some require you to Like a Facebook page to get the file. However, music that can be downloaded instantly and without an account, either have a Download file button in the More menu or a FREE DOWNLOAD button under the song.

Some ways to find just free music on SoundCloud is to browse through the Creative Commons section or search for music tagged as free, but others might be free, too, that aren't in these areas.

Audiomack

What We Like

• All songs are streamable

• Easy to find popular song downloads

• Many ways to sort, filter, and browse for free music

• No need to make a user account

• Mobile apps for streaming music

What We Don't Like

• Not every song can be downloaded

• No way to find just the free music downloads

You'll like Audiomack if you like SoundCloud and are interested in finding new music. All the music on this website is 100 percent legal and free to stream, and depending on the artist, you'll find music downloads, too.

The Audiomack website is very easy to use. You can search for songs, albums, and artists or browse the Trending or Top Songs sections. There's also a Recently Added page to find all the newest music at Audiomack.

Some of the music genres on this website include reggae, pop, R&B, hip-hop, instrumental, and afrobeats.

You can download music at Audiomack without needing a user account. Most if not all of the songs are in the MP3 format.

If you prefer to stream music from your phone or tablet, Audiomack works that way, too, on both Android and iOS devices.

Spinrilla

What We Like

• Stream and download.

• No user account necessary for albums.

• Download in bulk or individually.

• No website ads.

What We Don't Like

• User account is required for single-track downloads.

• Some tracks can only be streamed.

Spinrilla has free hip-hop mixtape downloads. You can browse for these music downloads by the mixtape name, single, or chart, such as the most popular mixtapes today, this month, or all time.

The website navigation is clean and easy to understand, and you only need a user account if you want to download individual songs. Whole albums can be downloaded in seconds without an account.

This website also lets you see which mixtapes will be released in the future. The Upcoming Mixtapes page shows when each mixtape will be available.

These music downloads are accessible from the website but you can also listen on your Android or iOS device via the Spinrilla mobile app.

Musopen

What We Like

• Completely free music downloads you can use for anything

• Includes sheet music downloads

• Lots of unique ways to find free music

• Supports previewing the music

• Includes an online radio option

What We Don't Like

• Music downloads require you to log in to a user account

• Per-day download limits

• No free HD audio

Musopen has sheet music and recordings that are completely free, legal, and copyright-free. You can listen online or download the music for whatever purpose. There's even an online radio you can listen to from a computer or through their Classical Radio mobile app.

There are lots of ways to find free music downloads at Musopen: browse by composer, performer, instrument, form, or time period. Of course, you can also do a manual search to see if they have something specific.

Another way to find music downloads here is to use the Music Discovery Tool. With this tool, you can filter all the music on the website by instrument, rating, and license type (to find only public domain music, creative commons music, etc.).

You can preview music without logging in but to actually download anything you find on Musopen, you have to create a user account. A free account gives you access to five music downloads every day and standard, lossy audio quality.

ReverbNation

What We Like

• Helps you find up-and-coming artists

• All the music can be streamed

• Lets you browse for downloads by genre

What We Don't Like

• Not every song is free to download

• You need a user account to download some music

ReverbNation is a good pick if you're looking for music downloads from artists you don't yet know about. Several now-popular bands like Imagine Dragons and The Civil Wars started out on ReverbNation.

Not every song you see on this website can be downloaded, but it is all streamable through your web browser. Downloadable songs are indicated by a small download button next to the song.

The Discover page is a good start if you're not sure where to begin looking for new music downloads at ReverbNation. To search by genre, use the Charts page.

DatPiff

What We Like

• Includes mixes from popular artists

• Lets you download entire albums at once

• Mobile apps are available

• No user account is necessary

What We Don't Like

• Limited mainly to rap music

• Music can be downloaded as MP3 only

If you're into mixtapes and rap, you'll love DatPiff because that's most of the free music downloads you'll find at this website. You can stream as well as download the music.

What you'll find at DatPiff are not only mixtapes made by fans but also releases from artists looking for recognition by giving out their music for free.

One easy way to find free music downloads at DatPiff is to look through the most listened, most downloaded, highest rated, and hot this week sections. Those can be further broken down into all time, this month, this week, and today to see what's been popular over time.

Some of the most popular mixtape downloads at DatPiff are from artists like Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean, Meek Mill, and Jadakiss.

DatPiff is available on not only computers but also your mobile device. You can get the DatPiff app for free for iOS, Android, and Windows.

Free Music Archive

What We Like

• No user account is needed to download music

• Several ways to sort the music

• You can listen before downloading

• Categorizes song downloads into several genres

You can also download free music at Free Music Archive, which is directed by the freeform radio station WFMU. The music here is free for you to legally download (even without a user account) and is a mix of public domain and Creative Commons licenses.

The easiest way to find music you'd like to download at Free Music Archive is to browse through the genres of music or watch their blog for collections, artists, or songs they'll highlight. They also have top charts for all time, this week, and this month.

If you create a free account at Free Music Archive you'll be able to make your own collections and interact with other listeners.

YouTube

What We Like

• There's a lot of music available

• All the songs can be streamed

• Apps let you stream from your mobile device

What We Don't Like

• It's really hard to find free music downloads

• It's too easy to download copyrighted music accidentally

Yes, YouTube is a huge source for music and most of it is illegal to download due to copyright restrictions.

However, if you filter your search results for Creative Commons videos only, it's completely safe to download music from YouTube. Look for videos that have download links to the audio, but if you're sure it's legal and don't see a download link, you can still get it with a YouTube to MP3 downloader.

You might also filter Duration for Short (<4 minutes) (here) to find what are most likely music videos instead of interviews, YouTube movies, etc.

Despite YouTube being the largest video streaming service on the internet, we've placed it at the very bottom of this list because it's not easy to find free music among all the other content.