Pet Peeve

I just have to take time out of my day to rage a little against my beloved iTunes. It used to be a joy to troll through the site, play songs, sample video and buy whatever I wanted. Now, for some obscure reason, it is sooooo sloooooow! Every time I click on anything I get the "URL connecting" window and it makes me want to throw my computer out a window. The rest of my programs and internet are running fine and fast. What the hell is up with iTunes?
Don't mess with me, Steve Jobs...I'm Apple's biggest supporter, but I will turn on you in a second. If there was an alternative to turn to, that is. Damn you!