Using Discogs - About DiscogsWhat Is Discogs?Discogs is a user-built database containing information on artists, labels, and their recordings. Discogs is constantly growing as users submit releases to the database. Refer to the help section for information on how to submit. What does "Discogs" mean?Discogs is short for "Discographies", which are lists of an artist's or label's recordings. dis-cog-ra-phy (n., pl. dis-cog-ra-phies.)
What can I do here?At Discogs you can search for information about music, and help build the database by submitting information that is not here yet. With a Discogs Account you can personalize parts of the site, and track your collection and wantlist of music. Discogs also offers forums for discussing music. Can I listen to music here?No. Discogs does not offer music downloads. Is Discogs a shop?No, we are not an online record shop, but we do have a marketplace section where users can buy and sell items as private sales. We also offer links to search other stores. How can I contact an artist or label?Discogs is not affiliated with any labels or artists listed. Any contact information we have is listed on the site. If you're looking for promos or trying to get your music released we cannot help you. Where can I buy this CD or record? Discogs is an information database and not a traditional online store. Try
using the "shopping" links to find what you're looking for. Discogs
also has a separate Marketplace
section where people sell their own records. Supported BrowsersDiscogs supports the latest versions of Internet Explorer 7 and 8 (IE7 and IE8), Firefox, and Safari. Chrome is likely to work (let us know if there is a problem!). Opera and IE 6 are not supported and may not work correctly. Other browsers may or may not work properly. Our CommitmentTake a look at our Social Contract. Staff Kevin Lewandowski - Founder
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