CDG disks are the most common format used for karaoke music but there are many different file types that you can choose from for your background music. In fact you can find karaoke background music online for very reasonable pricing and sometimes even free.
When you use the melody's the copyrights belong to the artist so the fee you pay online to download these songs includes the royalty and licensing fees.
You can buy karaoke disks but the problem is usually there is only one or two songs you want. The great thing about sites that provide a download service is that they let you pick and choose the songs you want. This means you land up with a disk that's custom. It's all you!
There are several sites to choose from so have a look.
1. MyCDG.com
Here you can pick an choose from thousands of songs and there is no need to buy an entire album. Just find your favorites, download, and write to disk. It's just that simple.
2. Karaoke Island
This is a site that has downloadable mp3 tracks. You get not only the instruments but also backup vocals which give you the full effect. Rates are cheap and you will also want to check out their software that turns your computer into a karaoke player.
3. The Singing Station
Here's were you'll find a monster library of music and professional soundtracks that you can access 24/7. It doesn't matter if you are a pro or looking for next Fridays entertainment you'll find it here from the newest hits on the charts to favorite oldies, and you can even download some samples for free.
4. StreamKaraoke
Over 15,000 songs available for choice here and you get full screen lyrics. This site charges a monthly fee and you get unlimited access of streaming video. Now that's a deal! And depending on the payment plan you choose you can save even more. They are constantly adding new tunes so you'll have not problem finding today's top hits.
5. Christmas Crackers
This great site is perfect for the Christmas season with downloadable tunes, gift ideas, humor, and clip art. Oh yes there are also games to play.
6. Song Galaxy
Here you'll find more than 2000 MIDI files that you can download and more than 6000 audio backing tracks. The backing tracks are played by musicians and have the complete background vocals included. Choose from either format. Just pick, pay, and download.
7. Tune1000.com
This site provides high quality MIDI files which include the lyrics. These guys have been around since the 80's and their fully licensed music provides songs for amateurs and professionals.
8. Music Mansion
This is Christian side that offers MIDI downloads which allow you to adjust the instruments to meet your own style. They've got a great selection of traditional and modern Christian songs to choose from.
9. ShopKaraoke.com
Whatever your karaoke needs this site has it! Find more then 6000 CDG and DVD discs as well as audio cassettes, and VHS tapes all produced by the big labels that are so well known in the karaoke world. They also have a good selection of equipment for sale.
Once you download your songs you can create your own custom CD+G disks. There are some terrific freeware, shareware, and commercial programs available that let you turn your computer into player. Programs like Lyrics Plugins, Karaoke Tools, and Kool Karaoke Studio. Of course there are plenty of other packages.
Karaoke background music is where the karaoke fun begins so why not start downloading your favorite songs now?
