For more detailed questions on MP3 files and the WinAmp player, see below.

1) An Internet connection, which you most certainly do to be looking at this page.

2) A sound card installed in your computer.

3) WinAmp shareware player, or another MP3 player.

1) Download the WinAmp player.  They offer Windows 95/NT and Mac versions on their site.

2) Follow the installation instructions.

3) Download the MP3 file for the new release(s) you want to hear and then open in WinAmp.

If you run into challenges downloading and using this player, please see the WinAmp

What is an MP3 file?
An MP3 file is a highly compressed audio file format capable of delivering near CD-quality audio. 

What is WinAmp?
WinAmp is the premier MP3 player.  It is a quick download and easy install.  It is rich with features, but doesn't seem to significantly tie up system resources on a Pentium with 32 Mb of RAM.

If you are interested in learning more about MP3 files, visit the MP3 site at www.mp3.com.