How to read MP3 files

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> Hi guys, I want to make a personal program, simple, that just works and
> won't tie up resources. I want to be able to make a mp3 player (kind of
> like Winamp) and yes I do own the music :)
>
> I am familiar with visual basic .net but have no clue how to play files
> and read data from them that is included in the file (title, artist,
> album, etc.)
>
> Does anyone have any good links, suggestions, or resources to help me
> begin my research to learn how to do this before I attack this program?
>
> Any feedback is much appreciated!

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On one condition. You swear to never open a peer to peer file sharing
network.

http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/mp36.htm