If you can't download at all...  especially when there is only one seed available, check to see if transport encryption is enabled in your bittorrent client.  Note that when the tracker reports only one seed the Vinyl Project permaseed is the only download source provided.

Bandwidth. Bandwidth. Bandwidth.  Bittorrent is THE only standard for properly utilizing bandwidth across the net.  It allows sites and visitors to distribute their resources appropriately across everyone's connection.  Most importantly, it keeps the site open and free.