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‘Fleeting’ radio and TV indecency rules finally get their day in court
Starting this Tuesday, the Supreme Court will finally begin hearing arguments in Case No. 10-1293, better known as Federal Communications Commission, et al v. Fox Television Stations, Inc., et al. The case will revive a discussion, and hopefully start a process … finish reading ‘Fleeting’ radio and TV indecency rules finally get their day in court
Posted in FCC, Uncategorized
Tagged Fox, Howard Stern, indecency, Michael Powell, Ofcom
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Spotify, Pandora, Rdio, Aupeo! or MOG: Which subscription internet radio service sounds the best?
I am bit of a stickler for audio quality and fidelity, as readers of my holiday gift guide and recent review of iHeartRadio may have sussed out. I’m reticent to call myself an audiophile because I’m not in pursuit of … finish reading Spotify, Pandora, Rdio, Aupeo! or MOG: Which subscription internet radio service sounds the best?
Posted in Internet radio, mobile, music, Uncategorized
Tagged audiophile, Aupeo!, fidelity, High Fidelity, Inner Fidelity, MOG, Pandora, Rdio, review, sound quality, Spotfiy
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Big market radio stations “unwilling and unable” to handle disasters?
Here’s some interesting fare for discussion as the Federal Communications Commission prepares to test its Emergency Alert System on Wednesday. Radio stations in big markets know that they’re responsible for disaster assistance, a new study observes, but are sometimes reluctant … finish reading Big market radio stations “unwilling and unable” to handle disasters?
Three things I wish college/community radio music deejays wouldn’t do
I love college/community radio music shows. My favorites include Bonnie Simmons and Derk Richardson at KPFA-FM in Berkeley, CA and The Fly at KKUP-FM in Cupertino in the South Bay. Other faves include the crew at WFMU-FM in Jersey City, … finish reading Three things I wish college/community radio music deejays wouldn’t do
Breaking News: San Francisco Board of Supervisors Passes Resolution Opposing Sale of KUSF
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors just passed the Ross Mirkarimi-sponsored resolution opposing the sale of KUSF with a tally of 8 supervisors in favor and 3 opposed. Full text of the resolution as originally presented follows: [Opposing the sale … finish reading Breaking News: San Francisco Board of Supervisors Passes Resolution Opposing Sale of KUSF
The history of British underground music through cassettes of pirate stations
While pirate radio has existed in the US since the very invention of the medium, it’s had a far more significant impact in the UK. The movie Pirate Radio dramatized how pirates forged cracks in the dam that the staid … finish reading The history of British underground music through cassettes of pirate stations
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Tagged aircheck, cassette, drum 'n' bass, grime, jungle, London, pirate radio, Rollo Jackson
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NAB and Media Access Project salute House passage of LPFM bill
It’s darn cold in DC today, but I don’t think hell has yet frozen over. Nevertheless, the National Association of Broadcasters just sent out a press release praising the LPFM bill that passed the House this morning. NAB President and … finish reading NAB and Media Access Project salute House passage of LPFM bill
Sirius XM asks FCC to reconsider its new wireless rules
If you were hoping that the longstanding feud between Sirius XM and holders of wireless spectrum in the 2.3 MHz band was over, well, it appears that it isn’t. Sirius XM (SIRI) has filed a Petition for Partial Reconsideration with … finish reading Sirius XM asks FCC to reconsider its new wireless rules
Posted in satellite radio, Uncategorized, wireless
Tagged Sirius XM, wireless broadband
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Help Radio Survivor… survive
More than a year into writing for Radio Survivor it’s been a real blast. It’s been especially satisfying to find out that there’s plenty of truth to our fundamental premise: that there are still lots of people who listen to … finish reading Help Radio Survivor… survive
FCC Warning to Worcester Unlicensed Station Is Indicator of Big New England Pirate Scene
Worcester, Massachusset’s unlicensed Flava 105.5 has received some mostly positive press coverage recently for its focus on underserved Caribbean populations in the area. Probably not coincidentally, about two weeks after it appeared in the local newspaper the FCC issued the … finish reading FCC Warning to Worcester Unlicensed Station Is Indicator of Big New England Pirate Scene
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Tagged boston, Enforcement Bureau, FCC, Flava 105.5, NUOU, pirate radio, unlicensed broadcasting
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