Five Ways Of Using Wimax To Check Out New Music Releases

Figuring out what to download, much less what to buy, can be a tricky business these days. There are so many different artists releasing new material, from the underground labels popping up in foreign lands to the major corporate monoliths here in the States cranking out hoped-for hits from their endless studios. But music fans definitely have something that helps them to make smart choices now that didn't exist before; the power of the world wide web. And with speedier access to the net, it's even more efficient and enjoyable to check out exactly who has been making a name for themselves in the world of music, no matter where in the world one might actually live. For those with WiMax, it's even easier to enjoy music on the go; here are five ways to check out the best new releases from anywhere, which is helpful for just about anyone who enjoys great sounds.

#1 - Head to the Hype Machine. Type in the name of any band or song, and suddenly it appears, often in multiple versions. This site catalogues all of the music blogs out there who are posting, and the results mean being able to favorite things, as well as listening to them constantly without having to download.

#2 - Read the Pitchfork blog. Sure, it might be a bit smarmy from time to time, but Pitchfork has moved from out of left field into the mainstream press. And whether it's breaking big news on who has a record coming out or simply pointing out the latest label/artist collaborations on the horizon, Pitchfork is an important resource for those with WiMax and discerning tastes.

#3 - Check out what custom radio happens when Pandora is unleashed. It's just like regular radio, only there are less commercials, you can occasionally skip songs, and it will recommend you new content based on things you already like. So those who are looking for music that's not actually new, but rather, new to them, will be the happiest with the speed and ease that Pandora brings.

#4 - Consider NPR's "All Songs Considered." It's a hugely popular way for those who listen to radio either in the car or on their smartphone to be able to check out new releases and reissues from artists who tend to inspire the NPR listening crowd. Whether it's sensitive ambient electro-cumbia from Argentina or the latest great Brooklyn indie band, there's usually something worth connecting to WiMax to search for afterward.

#5 - Go the way of the blogosphere. Sure, the experts do a great job of recommending things online and in real life, but there's also something fantastic that happens when those who just have passion write about what they're finding interesting. And in the world of blogging, this can mean finding everything from posts devoted to obscure Nigerian soul bands to entire blogs that focus on everything that is released on a daily basis. Best of all for WiMax users, most bloggers also include either links to or copies of mp3s, so it's possible to listen before heading out and spending a bundle.