How do you find out about new music?

Last.fm
I find it a great introduction to new music. I found some of my favourite artists using it.

There’s always allmusic.com.

If you look up a band you like, there are often “genres” or “moods” associated with them that you can click on to find other bands or artists you may like.

I also use last.fm

I just see what my neighbors are listening to.

And this is handy too.

I Googled “new music twitter” and got this awesome Tech Crunch entry: http://www.techcrunch.com/2008/05/12/twitter-for-music/

@johnpowell: That is nice.

Also, if you have a last.fm username and neighbors, YourNextFavoriteBand is good too.

Also, Pandora Radio…

I subscribe to this site for all the music I love. Listening to jazz right now.

thanks guys. i appreciate it. I should have mentioned I already use pandora and used to use last.fm but the others will be interesting to check out

I hear a good song somewhere, it may be at work, on a commercial, a TV show, or walking down the street. I try and remember the lyrics in my head and as soon as I get home I google them!

It’s hard, but worth it. :)

this is pretty fun!

Yeah I would second Pandora. If you’re already aware of some artists you like, it’ll recommend some similar ones!

All songs considered on NPR. I realize that getting new music from public radio is a little odd, but they’ve introduced me to She&Him, The Frames, Clap Your hands Say Yeah, and many others.
Also, if you’re in the mood for a random sampling, try www.musicovery.com. It picks songs based upon your mood.

Wait, sorry. Kudos, @aviona

yeah stealer!

haha just kidding

my new favorite thing is Pandora.com
all you do is type in a band that you like and it will match you up with songs that have the same feel as the band you like.
its fantastic.