CDT | Music Download Warning List

http://allcoolmusic.com/

Claims to have the "Largest Music & Movie Selection," "Over 12 million MP3 files," and to allow users to "Find Any Song for Movie Fast!"
Charges $34.44 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be "legal" on the home page. Audio that accompanies the payment page states that the service is "100% free and legal." Claims to be rated as "#1 Music Download Website" on NBC, CNN, MTV, AOL, and Google. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://allmusicdownloads.com/

Claims to give access to "all the music you ever wanted" and to "Over 14 million MP3s to Download." Claims to allow users to "Find Any Song or Movie Fast."
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://e-mp3now.com/

Claims to give access to "all the music you ever wanted" and "infinite content," with the testimonial that "The network has almost everything you could want - over six million files! If it's interested someone, somewhere, chances are, it's on the network."
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Contains a disclaimer in small type at the bottom of the home page that cautions users to respect copyright and states that payment for the service does not authorize users to upload or download copyrighted material. This message is followed with a link to more information about sharing files on peer-to-peer networks. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://ezmp3s.com/

Displays images of major label artists Kelly Clarkson, Justin Timberlake, and Beyonce on the home page. Major label songs are among the "Top 5 Downloads" list on the home page. Claims to give users "access to the largest collection of music from all over the world"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://freeaccessmp3.com/

Claims to allow users to "download anything you want, any time you want." Claims to give access to over 51 million music files.
Charges $26.88 for a lifetime membership
Provides an FAQ page that explains that the software users receive through the service is free but that the membership fee pays "for downloads." Includes a link on the payment page and in small type at the bottom of the home page that opens a window on "P2P Software Risks." This notice cautions against copyright violations, but provides a link to information that explains how to "minimize copyright infringement." On the bottom of the home page and on the payment page, displays a notice that payment for the service does not absolve users of their responsibility to obey copyright law.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://www.freemusicnow.cc/

Displays images of major label albums on the homepage. Claims to give access to "over 12 Million Songs," as well as "Unlimited Access to All Favorite Artists." Promises to allow users to "find Any Song Fast !"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://www.my-free-songs.com/

Displays images of major label albums on the homepage. Claims: "Over 12 Million Songs" "Unlimited Access to All Favorite Artists." "Find Any Song Fast !"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://free-music-downloads.cc/

Displays images of major label albums on the homepage. Claims: "Over 12 Million Songs" "Unlimited Access to All Favorite Artists." "Find Any Song Fast !"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://imp3download.com/

Claims: "Tens of millions of songs available!" "Largest and most extensive collection on the Internet"
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be a "#1 rated site" on CNN, NBC, cNET, and AOL. Contains a disclaimer in small type at the bottom of the home page that cautions users to respect copyright and states that payment for the service does not authorize users to upload or download copyrighted material. This message is followed with a link to more information about sharing files on peer-to-peer networks. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://imp3download.com/www3/index.asp?revid=rapidburn&gclid=CPDR8Pi7344CFQ0ggAodx3nZNg/

Claims: Unlimited MP3 downloads "Download anything you want, any time you want!" Includes the following testimonial: "In my first night I have downloaded all of my favorite songs." Displays the statement "virtually any song available" in quotes adjacent to the MTV logo.
Charges $39.95 for a lifetime membership
Contains a link in small, faint type at the bottom of the home page that opens a window entitled, "Stay legal and avoid breaking the law." The notice in the window explains that some of the files accessible through the service are copyrighted, and that payment for the service does not absolve users of their responsibility to obey copyright law. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://imusicaccess.com/index.asp/

Claims: "all the music you ever wanted" "you're sure to find whatever you are looking for"
Charges $26.88 British pounds for a for a lifetime membership
Provides an FAQ page that explains that the software users receive through the service is free but that the membership fee pays "for downloads." Includes a link on the payment page and in small type at the bottom of the home page that opens a window on "P2P Software Risks." This notice cautions against copyright violations, but provides a link to information that explains how to "minimize copyright infringement."
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://imusicsearch.com/

Claims: "Largest Selection of Music Downloads - All Your Favorite Artists Guaranteed." "FREE Unlimited MP3 Music Downloads Over 12 Billion Files"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mp3downloadhq.com/me/index.asp?source=&kw=

Claims: "access to the largest collection of music from all over the world" 180 million files available
Charges $23.46 (or perhaps 23.46 pounds, it is not clear from the Web site) for a for a lifetime membership
In small, faint type at the bottom of the home page, a notice is displayed that explains that some of the files accessible through the service are copyrighted, and that payment for the service does not absolve users of their responsibility to obey copyright law. This notice is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mp3-download-lyrics.com

Lists and links to songs from major label artists, such as Justin Timberlake. Claims: "Unlimited music downloads"
Charges $32 for a lifetime membership
Says nothing except the following on individual song pages: "The lyrics & musics in mp3-download-lyrics.com are the property of their respective authors, artists, ulademarks and labels."
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mp3downloadnet.com/

Claims: "The network has almost everything you could want - over six million files! If it's interested someone, somewhere, chances are, it's on the network."
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be rated as a "#1 site" on CNN, NBC, cNET, AOL. Contains a disclaimer in small type at the bottom of the home page that cautions users to respect copyright and states that payment for the service does not authorize users to upload or download copyrighted material. This message is followed with a link to more information about sharing files on peer-to-peer networks. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mp3downloadsnow.com/

Claims: "Download anything you want, any time you want."
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be rated as a "#1 site" on CNN, NBC, cNET, AOL. Contains a disclaimer in small type at the bottom of the home page that cautions users to respect copyright and states that payment for the service does not authorize users to upload or download copyrighted material. This message is followed with a link to more information about sharing files on peer-to-peer networks. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mp3-freebie.com/

Lists top MP3 downloads from Beyonce, Ludacris, and other major label artists. Displays images of major label albums on homepage.
Charges $26.88 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Displays information on "P2P Software Risks" that cautions against copyright violations, but provides a link to information that explains how to "minimize copyright infringement." The link takes the user to a site in a browser window that does not allow the user to scroll, so most of the site content is inaccessible.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mp3musichq.com/

Claims: "the largest music network" 120 million music files available
Charges $24.76 for a lifetime membership
Contains a disclaimer in small type at the bottom of the home page that cautions users to respect copyright and states that payment for the service does not authorize users to upload or download copyrighted material. This message is followed with a link to more information about sharing files on peer-to-peer networks. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://musicjustfree.com/

Claims: "Download anything you want, any time you want." "Over 1,000,000,000 files shared" "instant access to millions of MP3s"
Charges $32 for a lifetime membership
Provides an FAQ page that explains that the software users receive through the service is free but that the membership fee pays "for downloads." Includes a link on the payment page and in small type at the bottom of the home page that opens a window on "P2P Software Risks." This notice cautions against copyright violations, but provides a link to information that explains how to "minimize copyright infringement."
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://myipodaccess.com/

Claims: "all your favorite music"
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be rated as a "#1 site" on CNN, NBC, cNET, AOL. Contains a disclaimer in small type at the bottom of the home page that cautions users to respect copyright and states that payment for the service does not authorize users to upload or download copyrighted material. This message is followed with a link to more information about sharing files on peer-to-peer networks. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mp3-freedom.com/

Includes the following testimonials: "I was able to find all of my favorite songs in minutes." "The music selection has exceeded my expectations." Claims: "Largest selection of music downloads"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://my-music-now.com/

Includes the following testimonials: "I was able to find all of my favorite songs in minutes." "The music selection has exceeded my expectations." Claims: "Largest selection of music downloads"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mimusicamp3.com/

Includes the following testimonials (in Spanish): "I was able to find all of my favorite songs in minutes." "The music selection has exceeded my expectations." Claims (in Spanish): "Largest selection of music downloads"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays the logos of NBC, AOL, MTV, cNET, and CNN.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://mymusicinc.com/

Includes the following testimonials: "I was able to find all of my favorite songs in minutes." "The music selection has exceeded my expectations." Claims: "Largest selection of music downloads"
Charges $34.94 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://netmusicaccess.com/

Claims: "all the music you ever wanted"
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be rated as a "#1 site" on CNN, NBC, cNET, AOL. Contains a disclaimer in small type at the bottom of the home page that cautions users to respect copyright and states that payment for the service does not authorize users to upload or download copyrighted material. This message is followed with a link to more information about sharing files on peer-to-peer networks. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://netmusicsite.com/

Claims: "80 million files to download" "With over 15 billion files available, imagine all the music and movie files you can get with instant access!"
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be rated as a "#1 site" on CNN, NBC, cNET, AOL. In small, faint type at the bottom of the home page, a notice is displayed that explains that payment for the service does not absolve users of their responsibility to obey copyright law. This notice is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://realmusicnow.com/

Claims: "all the music you ever wanted" "access to the largest music networks on the planet"
Charges $24.76 for a lifetime membership
Audio that accompanies the home page states that the service is "completely legal." In small, faint type at the bottom of the home page, a notice is displayed that explains that some of the files accessible through the service are copyrighted, and that payment for the service does not absolve users of their responsibility to obey copyright law. This notice is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://unlimiteddownloadcenter.com/

Claims: "Find any song or movie fast" download all of your favorites
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be rated as a "#1 site" on CNN, NBC, cNET, AOL. Contains a disclaimer in small type at the bottom of the home page that cautions users to respect copyright and states that payment for the service does not authorize users to upload or download copyrighted material. This message is followed with a link to more information about sharing files on peer-to-peer networks. This link is positioned such that many users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://www.easymusicdownload.com

Claims: "Over 13 million songs" Displays images of major label artists.
Charges $21.95 one-year membership
Displays the logos of CNN, Forbes, PC World, ZDNet, and cNET.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://www.howdoiwin.com/recommends/Movies/

Claims: "Find any movie or song" "Download and play all your favorite music" "Largest movie and music selection" "With our featured software you will have access to over 15 million FREE songs & videos, and over 2 million original high quality songs licensed from the record labels."
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to promote software that is "100% legal." Displays the following highlighted in yellow on its legal information page: "That is why we choose the legal download software to help keep our members safe and out of trouble. Our job is to do research and find you the best and legal software online. There are many sites out there offering access to software that will allow you to download copyrighted material . We urge you to stay away from those sites as they will get you in a lot of trouble. With our extensive research we found many software that will give you access to download music and not get in you trouble."
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://www.klitetk.com/

Claims: "Over 80 million songs and videos"
Charges $39.95 for a lifetime membership
Contains a link in small, faint type at the bottom of the home page that opens a window entitled, "Stay legal and avoid breaking the law." The notice in the window explains that some of the files acessible through the service are copyrighted, and that payment for the service does not absolve users of their responsibility to obey copyright law. This link is positioned such that most users will not scroll down to see it.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://www.mp3-all-free.com/

Claims: "Search thousands upon thousands of music files" "Over 500,000,000 files shared" "Download anything you want, any time you want"
Charges $26.88 for a lifetime membership
Displays a chart comparing this service to legitimate services (Napster, Rhapsody, etc.). Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://www.mp3favorites.com/

Claims: "Find any song fast" "The biggest music, video, and game collection online" Includes the following testimonial: "I was very impressed with the wide selection of music."
Charges $34.95 for a lifetime membership
Claims to be rated as a "#1 site" on CNN, NBC, cNET, and AOL. Provides the following on its legal information page: "We only choose the legal download software to help keep our members safe and out of trouble. Our job is to do research and find you the best and legal software online. There are many sites out there offering access to software that will allow you to download copyrighted material . We urge you to stay away from those sites as they will get you in a lot of trouble. With our extensive research we found many software that will give you access to download music and not get in you trouble. Join the ultimate music community. P2P file sharing thatÕs 100% legal."
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

http://www.mp3rocket.com

Lists top MP3 downloads from Beyonce, Ludacris, and other major label artists, and displays images of major label albums on homepage.
Charges $24.44 for a lifetime membership
Displays cNET and CNN logos accompanied by five gold stars. Provides a link to a legal statement that cautions against unlawful copyright infringement, but its concrete suggestion for "quick steps to stay legal" simply warns against uploading files, leaving the impression that downloading alone is likely legal.
In response to a letter from CDT, the RIAA confirmed that this site is not licensed to provide major-label content.
CDT sent this letter to operators of this site but did not receive a response.

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