It seems that everything you need and want with regards to music can be found on the Internet.  From getting copies of your current favourite music’s lyrics, to learn more about the artist or the band behind it, to listen via online streaming or watching the music video and even downloading the songs to your computer.

Music and the Internet go together very well because music is one media that lends itself well on the online platform.  In fact, it is online that most people discover artists and music genres that they otherwise would not know about.

Here are the top five online lounges to go to when you want to discover new songs or artists to add to your own playlist.

1. iTunes Genius.

If only for the sheer number of users, any recommendation engine within iTunes would be a sure hit.  iTunes Genius makes use of a very intelligent algorithm that helps you discover more music that you might like.  iTunes Genius is readily included starting with the version 8 of the program.

iTunes Genius lets you select any song and recommend similar tunes that have the same musical elements.  The best thing with iTunes is that it is a great music player as well as a music finder.

2. MyStrands.

MyStrands has a recommendation engine that has been described as the top notch and on the mark.  One just uploads iTunes playlists from his or her computer, or add favourites while on the site, and MyStrands could easily serve up a list of similar songs, or other tracks from the same albums or artist that you have.  Unlike most recommendation engines, Mystrands can take two or more songs to narrow down the recommendations and make it more attractive to you.  Further, MyStrands also features a desktop app that allows you to work offline and synchronizing your offline and online lists.

What is more, MyStrands list of recommendations that may be filtered according to different factors like genre, decade or popularity to further finetune the recommended playlists.

The only thing wrong with MyStrands is that it is not that great as a music player as iTunes is.

3. iLike

iLike is definitely a Web site to check out if you are looking forward to finding new music.  The site is very user friendly and may be used with your own iTunes or Windows Media Player. iLike lets you see what your friends are listening to and helps you find free downloads.

iLike has software that appears on your favourite music player as a button.  This allows you to add the songs you play to your profile and then view related songs and even download these recommended songs for free.

4. Musicovery

Unlike the previous music discovery tools and sites, Musicovery does not need to have a copy of your playlist.  In fact, you can log in and just specify the mood you want and then choose the genres of music you want the recommendations to come from.  Musicovery will present you a graphic that features its recommended songs.

Notwithstanding the eye-catching graphics, the recommendations fall within your set preferences.  You can also add new songs to your favourite’s lists and block songs to narrow down your choices.  Musicovery also lets you buy the songs from online retailers like eBay, iTunes or Amazon.

5. The Hype Machine

The Hype Machine lets you go back to the basics.  No frills, no funfare.  This site brings together the content of various blogs written by music lovers from the world over.  So instead of some algorithms and formulas, you get the recommendations in the old fashioned way: by reading the recommendations.  The people behind The Hype Machine have selected the best music blogs and throw them into the site, together with music charts from Twitter posts, and content from other people as well.

The site also features a radio stream that features all the songs that were featured the previous week, letting you sample the songs they feature.

Admittedly, the site is not for those who are in a hurry.  Instead, it is for hard-core music lovers who want to get to know the music, the artists, and the composers in a more in depth manner.

Music has already been a part of everyone’s lives. It has captured the interests of many individuals who find it as their companion during times of relaxation and easy pleasure. Music has been present for centuries, and it has evolved from being a classic to the modernized ones. Long time ago music was just plainly uttering words with accompanying native instruments. People would only get to experience listening to their native songs less often but because of the emerging developments made possible by technology, we get to listen to songs more often as we like. We already have many gadgets that we can use for storing songs and listening to it, whenever we feel like listening. High- quality form of entertainment also emerged, and it includes not only audio but also a visualization of what we are listening thus adding enjoyment to the consumers.    Music has many varieties and each variety would definitely suit the taste of any individual. Generally, older individuals would prefer a soft,, soothing and relaxing type of music while for the younger ones, they would prefer pop or rock songs, but it actually depends on the taste of the listener. Music is also being utilized in movies, shows and other things to capture the attention of the audience and add life to it. Indeed music in these presentations, adds emotions to scenes making it more appealing and worth watching. Sometimes scenes with music become the highlight of a story. This is very evident in most  sorts of shows we see today. Aside from these things, there is also a musical type of presenting a story. This is done by delivering lines of the characters incorporated in a tune thus making it a part of music. It is also utilized by couples for their theme songs, which would signify their deep love for each other. Some would also prefer being serenade by music during romantic moments with loved ones. Other individuals would also use music as their form of expression. Whenever they are mad, sad or in love music never fails to please the listener. It is always their way of showing what they feel most especially when they cannot open up with anyone. Music is also utilized in encouraging people to participate in any important endeavor as evidenced by concerts held for a cause. Through this kind of activity, wherein it requires the participation of many individuals, music is used for charity that would benefit millions of people in need. Artists would come together, perform in front of their fans and serenade them with their music and collect funds. Music has been a way of life for most individuals. They earn money through music in exchange for the enjoyment we get upon listening to their piece just like our favorite singers and performers. Music is also a part of our spirituality. We even pray and make praises through music. In this way, we get to reflect at the same time entertain ourselves. Music is indeed addicting. Whenever we hear something that is pleasing to our ears, we get to sing it repeatedly.  Sometimes we get to experience what they call “LSS or Last Song Syndrome” and keep singing the last song we have heard. Others even seem to hear music in their ears as a form of their imagination, which proves that music is a pleasing form of entertainment.

Music is definitely one of the best discoveries in this world. Music has come a long way, and it will forever be a part of human culture. We are united by music, and it’s something worthwhile. It will always be present to continually entertain and capture the hearts of many individuals.