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The bumpy road traveled by digital audio
In last week’s post about iHeartRadio I focused much of my criticism on the sound quality of the service, or lack thereof. Since the debut of the compact disc in the 1980s digital has become nearly synonymous with good sound … finish reading The bumpy road traveled by digital audio
Posted in HD Radio, music
Tagged CD, compact disc, digital audio, HD Radio, LP, MP3, satellite radio
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Podcasting, satellite, internet and broadcast: it’s all RADIO to us
We, your humble Radio Survivors, are unabashed fans of broadcast radio. That much should be clear to anyone who peruses our site. But we hope that readers also see that we don’t limit ourselves to the AM, FM and shortwave … finish reading Podcasting, satellite, internet and broadcast: it’s all RADIO to us
Posted in da future, opinion
Tagged broadcast, Internet radio, Last.fm, Pandora, radio, Rdio, satellite radio, Sirius, Spotify, streaming audio, XM
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Is it wise for Sirius/XM to keep betting big on broadcast refugees?
It appears that Sirius/XM satellite radio continues to bet its fortunes on big names, to the extent to which its willing to cut the salaries of its less well-known names. As we covered here, the big drama at the end … finish reading Is it wise for Sirius/XM to keep betting big on broadcast refugees?
Posted in satellite radio
Tagged Bubba the Love Sponge, Dr. Laura, Howard Stern, Jamie Foxx, Opie and Anthony, Oprah, satellite radio, shock jock, Sirius/XM
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Howard Stern is staying with Sirius for another five years
So much for the drama. Howard Stern announced this morning that he signed a new five-year contract with Sirius satellite radio, ending a protracted negotiation. He did not indicate how much the contract is for, only saying that it is … finish reading Howard Stern is staying with Sirius for another five years
Posted in economics, satellite radio
Tagged Apple, bababooey, contract, Howard Stern, iTunes, satellite radio, SIRI, Sirius, Sirius XM
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Is Howard Stern still worth $100 million a year? He thinks so.
Tuesday morning on his radio program Howard Stern reportedly discussed his ongoing contract negotiations with Sirius satellite radio, announcing that, “I am not taking a f—ing paycut.” His tirade was in response to comments made by Sirius CFO David Frear … finish reading Is Howard Stern still worth $100 million a year? He thinks so.
Posted in satellite radio, talk radio
Tagged David Frear, Howard Stern, satellite radio, SIRI, Sirius, Sirius/XM
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Happy Anniversary to Radio Survivor
What a year in radio it’s been! Back in June, 2009, Matthew, Paul and I agreed to focus our energies on Radio Survivor in order to champion all things radio. Coming from the perspective of radio fans, academics, and DJs; … finish reading Happy Anniversary to Radio Survivor
Sirius XM accuses wireless companies of “warehousing” spectrum next door to satellite radio
The great accusation fest which is the struggle between Sirius XM (SIRI) satellite radio and a host of wireless companies went to its next round on Friday, with Sirius accusing the companies of “warehousing” their licenses nearby the service’s bandwidth: … finish reading Sirius XM accuses wireless companies of “warehousing” spectrum next door to satellite radio
Posted in mobile radio, satellite radio, wireless
Tagged AT&T, Comcast, FCC, NextWave, satellite radio, SIRI, Sirius XM, WCS Coalition, WiMAX
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Sirius Subscriptions Bounce Back a Bit
On Wednesday Sirius XM radio (SIRI) announced that it added 171,441 net subscribers in the first quarter of 2010. While this is certainly better news for the company than a net loss, the gain still doesn’t quite put its subscriber … finish reading Sirius Subscriptions Bounce Back a Bit
Posted in cars, economics, mobile, mobile radio, satellite radio
Tagged auto, cars, Mel Karmazin, mobile, NASDAQ, satellite radio, Sirius, Sirius/XM
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Sirius Stock Back on the Dollar Menu
After languishing in near-penny-stock territory for the last year, Sirius XM Radio stock hit the dollar menu on Wednesday, topping out at $1.05 a share. Investors who bought their stock a year ago when it sold for less than 20 … finish reading Sirius Stock Back on the Dollar Menu
Posted in economics, pop culture, satellite radio
Tagged American Idol, Howard Stern, NASDAQ, satellite radio, SIRI, Sirius, Sirius XM, stock
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Howard Stern Considers Leaving Sirius for Idol, Mancow Out to Pasture in Chicago (again). Is This Sunset for the Shock Jock?
There was once a time when a rare breed of radio DJ could scare up controversy and big ratings–not to mention FCC indecency fines–using just his voice, a few on-air cronies and whole lot of bravado, innuendo and hot air. … finish reading Howard Stern Considers Leaving Sirius for Idol, Mancow Out to Pasture in Chicago (again). Is This Sunset for the Shock Jock?
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