HELP SAVE INTERNET RADIO!
A new much higher royalty rate which could cause the demise of many internet broadcasters is finally beginning to gain attention in the mainstream press even as broadcasters formulate their own counter-attack.
Kurt Hanson’s online Radio Internet Newsletter is emerging as a central resource and staffers there have created SaveTheStreams.org. as a clearinghouse. Top independent net broadcaster Bill Goldsmith of RadioParadise has created SaveOurInternetRadio.com with a similar goal.
You can sign online petitions and letters to Congress (here and here) and to write to your Congressman. (here)
In an era of increased media consolidation the importance of internet broadcasting can not be overstated.
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Hi!
Internet broadcasting is very important as is local broadcasting. I am doing some work with the National Association of Broadcasters and while I enjoy my share of online media, I enjoy my local television and radio programming as well.
I depended on my local news today as we have a snow storm-a-brewing in my area!
However, the FCC really needs to update its ownership rules so they address today’s diverse media landscape. We all want a part of the pie but the current rules are hurting local stations all across our country.
Digital Update #8: Webcasting Royalties: Recent Stuff
The scuffle over webcasting royalties is a topic Ive followed but not posted much about.
Glenn Coolfer
Ditto!
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