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SiriusXM to report 2011 earnings on Thursday, one month ahead of 10th birthday celebration

It’s almost hard to believe that satellite radio is a decade old this year. Actually the XM service launched in September, 2001 while Sirius launched service in four states in February 2002. I remember clearly the hoopla around the debut … finish reading SiriusXM to report 2011 earnings on Thursday, one month ahead of 10th birthday celebration

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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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Could SiriusXM join the house of QVC, Starz and the Atlanta Braves?

Talk is heating up on Wall Street that satellite radio purveyor SiriusXM might be on the verge of a sale. Most of the talk centers on Liberty Media, headed up by chairman and early player in cable television John Malone, … finish reading Could SiriusXM join the house of QVC, Starz and the Atlanta Braves?

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Howard University’s H.U.R. Voices hits SiriusXM on Dec. 1

Earlier this year SiriusXM announced the minority oriented broadcasters who would receive full-time audio channels as a result of deal made with the FCC in order to get its 2008 merger approved. One of the broadcasters, Howard University, is ready … finish reading Howard University’s H.U.R. Voices hits SiriusXM on Dec. 1

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Can you picture that? Week-long Muppets Radio comes to SiriusXM for the Thanksgiving weekend

OK, I know this is just a shameless marketing blitz for the new Muppet Movie. But as a child of the 70s and 80s, the Muppets are a treasured memory. I’m certain that I wore out my LP of the … finish reading Can you picture that? Week-long Muppets Radio comes to SiriusXM for the Thanksgiving weekend

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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?

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What’s in store for radio at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show

The annual Consumer Electronics Show kicks off this Thursday in Las Vegas. While all the biggest buzz around the show is in anticipation of new tablet competitors for Apple’s iPad, we can still expect to hear announcements of new radio … finish reading What’s in store for radio at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show

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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.

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Clock is ticking on Howard Stern’s Sirius channel

Howard Stern may be the face that launched four satellites (now 9), but as he wraps up his fifth year on Sirius satellite radio both his listeners and stock analysts are wondering if the King of All Media will continue … finish reading Clock is ticking on Howard Stern’s Sirius channel

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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

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