Here’s an account on how independent music will be added the iTunes music store.
I love the fact that Apple does not accept any money for placement, nor will they. All labels have the same deal, and none get special treatment. It sounds like Apple is on the right track—who ever figures out digital music distribution that is artist-friendly will make a killing.
[Update] Apple forced CDBaby! to remove the account but that’s like putting Pandora back into her box. Here is a repost.