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"Similar to RateYourMusic, except Discogs caters more towards DJs, with an incredible database of music, especially club and other electronic music. I've got an account there, under the same name." [SwimTwoBirds]

CD HotList is a monthly review service offered exclusively by Baker & Taylor to the library community. Selections are divided into Classical, Country/Folk, Jazz, Rock/Pop, World/Ethnic.

Allmusic.com offers discographies and biographical information for both artists and composers, and gives ratings and reviews of recordings, past and current. Very useful for weeding. Also lists recently released CDs. [icpl.org] Mac users (Safari): In order to play audio samples, you will need to install a free plug-in called Flip4Mac, available at www.telestream.net/telestream-products/desktop-products.htm.