Archived from ListenSmart.com, November 26, 2003. Historical; not current advice. Software, prices and links are as they were then.
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Getting Started>Searching for Artists
What Bands/ Artists do you like?
Because ListenSmart.com is comprised of thousands of artists from around the world, it is likely that you will be unfamiliar with their music. However, as a new artist registers, they are asked what popular or familiar artists is the most similar to their own in terms of sound and style. Therefore, using this feature, you can quickly find new music you are very likely to enjoy based on your current preferences. (more info)
ListenSmart.com's most popular artists ("Find Artists by Popularity")
With this feature you can find out which artists have received the most downloads, home page visits, CD sales, or have been selected most often as a "Favorite Artist". (more info)
Your favorite style of music ("Find artist by genre")
From Classical to R & B, ListenSmart.com has a wide selection of artists from which to choose. For a broad search, choose on of the genres. For a more specific set of artists, choose one of your favorite sub-genres. (more info)
Music from artists who are near you geographically ("Find artists by region")
Looking for some hot local talent? Here's a great place to find the best new artists who live near you. (more info)