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what's next for radio

What’s Next For Radio? [Fred Jacobs]

Is radio stuck in the past — or poised for a comeback? Fred Jacobs explores how radio missed the digital wave, what’s next for radio and how to survive in a the age of streaming.

Alana Bonilla on 04/15/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Does Radio Still Rule The Car? [Fred Jacobs]

With the rise of connected technology does radio still rule the car? Fred Jacobs explores how shifting media choices and evolving vehicle tech are reshaping the future of in-car entertainment.. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 03/28/2025 in Music Op-Ed | Permalink | Comments (0)
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What Streamers can learn from Online Radio: Live and Local

Online radio is making a comeback, as music listeners get tired of the same old algorithms guiding their listening experience. If streamers want to stay on top, they may need to reintegrate that human-touch listeners crave.

Alana Bonilla on 03/27/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Radio is Shrinking

Radio is shrinking at an alarming rate, with job losses increasing and fewer opportunities for on-air talent. Radio expert Fred Jacob’s explains how the numbers are revealing a sobering reality.

Alana Bonilla on 03/25/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Independent, College and Non-Commercial Radio Charts launch

Independent, College and Non-Commercial Radio Charts launch

Independent artists and labels often get their start at independent college, community and non-commercial radio. New independent radio charts launched by A2IM and Muzooka should bring much needed attention to these important outlets.

Bruce Houghton on 02/21/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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live radio

Why Apple Loves Live Radio (More Than Radio Execs Do)

Apple loves live radio and is proving it with new live channels, even as traditional broadcasters move away from it. Find out how their fresh approach is setting them apart in a crowded streaming world.

Alana Bonilla on 01/22/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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help AM Radio in Every Vehicle

Congress poised to help AM Radio while ignoring Payments to Performers

Congress is poised to hand broadcasters a multi-million gift by guaranteeing a place for AM radio in every vehicle while ignoring a bill to finally pay US musicians when their songs are played on the radio.

Bruce Houghton on 12/16/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (2)
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What do SiriusXM, Spotify, X have in common? A ‘Cycle of Quitting’

SiriusXM, X, Netflix, Spotify and every subscription service faces challenges as listener habits change and competition grows. Fred Jacobs weighs in on subscription fatigue and the cycle of quitting and how it might be good news for radio.

Alana Bonilla on 11/27/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Top Radio Formats

Top Radio Formats 2024: Trends and Insights

Learn the top radio formats 2024, the latest trends and how they are shaping the future of the industry. Find out which formats are thriving and what this means for listeners. music marketers and broadcasters alike.

Alana Bonilla on 10/17/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Radio still dominates

Today is Nation Radio Day! AM/FM still dominates ad-supported listening

Nielsen released its latest stats on U.S. audio listening habits in Q2 2024, showing that much-maligned broadcast radio still dominates ad-supported listening.

Bruce Houghton on 08/20/2024 in Radio & Satellite | Permalink | Comments (0)
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