I've just realised, your first post can be read 2 ways
Is LW constantly connecting to the network or is LW connected but whenever you try to download a song, it sits connecting for ages & won't ever download??

If it's the second scenario...sounds like an issue with fake files. In this case, check out the threads below for info & tips.
Fake files showing up in search results
How to find music(info applies to video as well)