Category Archives: Internet radio

Third Rock Radio channels space, NASA and alt rock

Anyone can fill up a playlist with the Raconteurs, Arcade Fire and Cold War Kids. So, how do you differentiate your online station packed full of new alternative and modern rock? You add space. Of course it was Sun Ra … finish reading Third Rock Radio channels space, NASA and alt rock

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Facebook IPO: we do radio and compete with radio stations for advertisers

As everyone paying attention to the news knows, Facebook’s first Initial Public Offering S-1 statement is out, and it’s a fascinating read. No need to get into an extensive analysis of the whole $5 billion shebang here, but it’s worth … finish reading Facebook IPO: we do radio and compete with radio stations for advertisers

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Pandora CFO says mobile data caps not a problem

When AT&T first announced new monthly data caps for iPhone users in 2010 I suggested that it could stunt the growth of mobile internet radio. Some eighteen months later I do have to admit that doesn’t seem to have happened. … finish reading Pandora CFO says mobile data caps not a problem

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Clear Channel adds 14 College Radio Stations to iHeartRadio

Corporate commercial radio behemoth Clear Channel and fiercely independent college radio might not seem like the most logical of partners, but they are joining forces on iHeartRadio. Last fall I’d heard that Clear Channel was planning to incorporate college radio … finish reading Clear Channel adds 14 College Radio Stations to iHeartRadio

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Internet, satellite and cable music royalty payments up 17% in 2011

This is certainly an indicator of strong growth for internet radio and streaming services. Music royalties agency SoundExchange announced Tuesday that it ended the year collecting $292 million in royalty payments, up 17% from 2010. These royalties are paid by … finish reading Internet, satellite and cable music royalty payments up 17% in 2011

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No SOPA, radio

Comedians used to play a gag on their friends. They’d tell some completely pointless story about one polar bear talking to the other (or maybe it was two elephants). Finally, one would say “no soap, radio.” Both would laugh hysterically, … finish reading No SOPA, radio

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East Village Radio’s five Martin Luther King Jr songs

East Village Radio has come up with five interesting selections in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. They are: 1. David Bowie, Leon Takes Us Outside. “Wednesday, Martin Luther King Day, afternoon, in view of nothing, 20, 0, 1, Late … finish reading East Village Radio’s five Martin Luther King Jr songs

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Four turntable.fm features you may have missed

Turntable.fm has a new blog post updating users on features that the service has added over the last few months. I’m a regular tt.fm user, and while I’ve noticed some, I’ve missed a few myself. Ignore Last night I was … finish reading Four turntable.fm features you may have missed

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Radio Survivor’s 2011 Year in Review

Happy 2012. Over the past few weeks, Matthew, Paul and I have written up our obligatory “year-end” pieces, summarizing some of the big radio trends from 2011. I covered college radio in my article, 2011: The Year that College Radio … finish reading Radio Survivor’s 2011 Year in Review

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Foster the People’s “Pumped Up Kicks” wins #1 notch on Spotify US top 100 list

Spotify has released its top 100 lists for 2011. They include staff favorites, too. Here are the first ten user picks from the Spotify United States top 100 roster, which leads with Foster the People‘s rather disturbing (but very listenable) … finish reading Foster the People’s “Pumped Up Kicks” wins #1 notch on Spotify US top 100 list

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