Amazon vs. iTunes Store

I just noticed that amazon.com is selling DRM-free MP3 downloads, either individually (from $0.89) or as albums (from $4.99). And their downloader helper app automatically adds them to my iTunes library!

Sweet.

I was happy when Apple announced DRM-free downloads, but the reality has been that few, if any, songs I want are available from iTunes DRM-free. :-(

But Amazon’s selection seems good. All of it is DRM-free. And prices are comparable or cheaper than iTunes’ DRM music. (iTunes’ DRM-free music costs even more.)

Try this out quick before Apple decides to “enhance” iTunes to prevent it.