Hot Topic's launches ShockHound - New Music Site

Hot Topic announced today that it is getting into the only music business by launching ShockHound. ShockHound is Hot Topics music site which offers millions of music downloads (MP3's), merchandise from bands, music videos, and other music related content.

Hot Topic is geared towards "alternative" music, but the ShockHound site will cover all genres (99cent downloads). In addition to music from the major labels, ShockHound will also allow independent (indy) labels and individual unrepresented artists to upload and sell music.

Hot Topic has also updated their Clearance area with some deeply discount items.