Can't preview mp3 files in finder anymore

I have recently notice, that when i have mp3 files in the finder there is no preview icon anymore, so the only way for me to hear a song now is to add it to iTunes, and then if i dont like it i have to find it delete. . . i mean not a big deal but if there is a convenience of a preview in a finder why not use it. So how would i fix that problem?

I assume your viewing in Column view mode. If there is a little black triangle next to "Preview", click it.
Then hover over the icon and you should see a Play icon.
A nicer view way is to use QuickLook by hitting your space bar once you've highlighted the file.

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