Q. How much does membership cost?

A. FREE (Basic Package)

 

(free accounts include audio player with 30 second samples)

 

Q. What packages do you offer?

A. We have 3 packages:

  • FREE - Basic Package - single songs and full album downloads (unlimited songs)

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  • $5 / month - Jukebox Package - includes audio player (we place your personalized jukebox on your page that you can also use on your website!) You provide the links and we provide the jukebox - (unlimited songs)

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  • $10 / month - Media Package - includes a audio player and bonus material for full album downloads (video, graphics, lyrics and any other bonus material you wish - 100mb total)

Q. Are there any fees?

A. Yes. $.20 per single song download and $2.00 per full album download. No hosting fee. No setup fee.

 

Q. Are you trying to compete with Itunes, Snocap, and Sony Connect?

 

A. NO, but YOU SHOULD! YOUR songs sell best on YOUR website.

 

Lowdown Audio is a service: we take care of the transaction and delivery.

 

Q. How do I submit songs?

A. We prefer that you provide us with a physical copy of your music -

 

Mail CD(s) to - The Undesirables, Inc. 311 N. Collingwood Ave Syracuse, NY 13206

 

Q. How many songs can I send?

A. Unlimited

 

Q. Why can't I upload songs instead of mailing them?

A. We prefer to create the MP3s here at lowdownaudio.com to ensure quality, volume and bitrate (UPLOADS: this feature will be added soon)

 

Q. What can I included in my $9.99 full album download?

A. With our Media Package you can include any file types you choose to accompany your full album download (100mb max).

Some examples:

  • Lyrics

  • Graphics

  • Photos

  • CD layout

  • Video

  • Bonus tracks

  • Anything you can think of (as long as it is some form of digital media)

Q. How do my customers pay?

A. VisaMastercardAmerican ExpressDiscoverPayPal (Customers are directed to a Paypal shopping cart).

 

Q. How long will it take for my artist page to appear on your site?

A. 1-7 days

 

Q. Can I place links to my songs on my website?

A. YES! Your account includes a FREE artist page here at lowdownaudio.com  Plus, you can use our links to sell your music anywhere you choose (ie: MySpace, Email messages, Website etc.)

Send us an email and we'll be glad to help you lowdownaudio@gmail.com

 

Q. My band is signed to a record label. Can we sell our songs on lowdownaudio.com?

A. Yes, however you must either own the rights and/or have permission to sell your music.

 

Q. How do I copyright my music?

A. Believe it or not, the poor man's copyright still holds up in court - mail your CD to yourself and NEVER open it! That proves the date of creation.

The true way to copyright your music is to contact the library of congress:
http://www.copyright.gov/register/sound.html