Top DJ Bobby Bones shares the dirty politics behind which songs get played
Nationally syndicated radio host Bobby Bones of the Bobby Bones Show recently dropped an industry bombshell, revealing major industry secrets behind radio’s top songs. Guest post by James Shotwell of. Continue reading
Retail? DEAD. Radio? DEAD. (Why Both Are Wrong)
The majority of major news outlets seem to be in agreement that both retail department stores and broadcast radio are all but dead to the consumer economy. Fred Jacobs outlines. Continue reading
Just 12% of AM/FM radio listening happens online
Just 12% of listening to AM/FM happens via streaming and that represents a new high for Americans 13 years and older. The stat from Edison Research confirms both current consumer. Continue reading
This FCC auction said a lot about the future of radio
Once the ultimate music industry tastemaker, radio’s ability to make or break an artist has diminished over time, as evidence by a recent FCC auction of radio stations, where many. Continue reading
A look inside The Orchard’s radio promo team for indie music
Radio remains an important determinate in the success of many artists, and VP of Promotion Billie Jean Sarullo and her team at indie distributor The Orchard is on the frontlines. Continue reading
YouTube expands offerings for livestreamers
In an effort to cater to the pandemic-induced surge in livestreaming, YouTube has sought to offer its live streamers a variety of new features in the past month, enhancing the. Continue reading
The state of new music discovery
In the latest example of how the industry is changing, yesterday we wrote about a new study that shows just how powerful TikTok is for music discovery. It’s clear that. Continue reading
Does radio still matter in the streaming age?
Does radio still have a role to play in the streaming age? Some consumers argue that, when it comes to music discovery, radio still reigns supreme. In this latest piece. Continue reading
Artist’s guide to getting a song on the radio in Canada
Marketing in the US is important, but don’t forget about our beloved neighbors to the north! Here we look at a few tips on how to get your music on. Continue reading
Is anyone actually LISTENING to the radio?
In this piece, Fred Jacobs unpacks some revealing new information brought to us through the research findings of Jeff Vidler about the “need states” of different types of audio, and. Continue reading
