Xbox Music will soon no longer offer a free ride for those who don't mind listening to an ad or two, according to a statement Microsoft has made on its FAQ page.

The ad-supported version of Xbox Music is expected to be removed as early as December 1. This means if you want to listen to Xbox Music, you'll need to pony up $10 per month in order to gain access.

"We are focusing Xbox Music to deliver the ultimate music purchase and subscription service experience for our customers," Microsoft says in the service's FAQ page. No other details were given as to why the company decided to axe its ad-supported version of its music streaming service.

Fortunately, Microsoft does offer a free 30-day trial for new members. I guess that's the only way you can enjoy Xbox Music for free, but it still isn't as good as a completely, ad-supported free ride.