Apple Explores HD Radio
Apple Exploring HD Radio for iPhone and iPods
Apple recently applied for a patent that would enable the company to include HD Radio capability in future iPod and iPhone models. This capability would provide users greater flexibility when listening to broadcast programming.
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Come Together, Thrive Together
Come Together, Thrive Together at the Radio Show
The Radio Advertising Bureau and National Association of Broadcasters have joined forces to bring an unprecedented event to the radio industry. The Radio Show will be held September 29 – October 1 in Washington, D.C. Mark your calendar now for the opportunity to join fellow radio industry colleagues for a comprehensive knowledge-gathering experience that will strengthen your business strategies and help radio flourish in the digital age.At the Radio Show, you can also take your networking to the next level at the exclusive new Marketplace, where you’ll have access to the most advanced solutions and special events. The Radio Show will also feature a full line-up of invigorating sessions focused on sales and marketing, finance, legislative and regulatory issues, digital media, programming and management. Visit www.RadioShowWeb.com to register now.
No Performance Tax Effort Continues to Gain Momentum
The radio industry continues to gain momentum in its fight against the recording industry-proposed performance tax. Radio insiders have worked hard to educate Congress and the listening public about the negative impact of a performance tax. The public is listening, and with nearly 300 members of Congress signed onto radio’s anti-performance tax resolution – The Local Radio Freedom Act – it looks like Congress is listening too.
A performance tax would threaten the local radio stations that communities depend on. It would financially hamstring stations, stifle new artists and harm the listening public who rely on free local radio. The National Association of Broadcasters’ virtual advocacy center, NoPerformanceTax.org, continues to be a great vehicle for radio fans to get involved in the fight against this harmful legislation.
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Radio and the iPad
In April, Apple fans around the world celebrated the coming of the long-awaited iPad. To some, it is a bold new step in the integration of computing with our day-to-day lives; to others it’s a flash in the pan that fills no definite niche. To the buying public, it’s the hip new thing. This week, we are going to look at what it might be for radio. Right out of the gate, media and entertainment companies are jumping in with both feet.
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NAB Salutes Broadcasters for Coverage During Historic Snow Storm
The National Association of Broadcasters and its President and CEO Gordon Smith praised local radio and television broadcasters across the Midwest, the Mid-Atlantic and the East Coast for their news and weather coverage of historic snow storms in recent days.
“NAB salutes coverage of the record-breaking snow storms across huge segments of America in the last week, which stands as a remarkable testament to the enduring value of free and local broadcasting,” said NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith. “Broadcasters have always been a lifeline in times of crisis, but never more so than in recent days for millions of Americans living in the path of these historic storms.”
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New Artist Mayaeni Teases First Single on Radio
Emerging singer/songwriter Mayaeni, daughter of Motown guitarist Gary Strauss who played with the Fabulous Sylvester, Carl Carlton and Jimmy Ruffin, joins a string of new artists in the Radio Heard Here “New Music” series. In addition to 30-second and 60-second spots distributed to hundreds of radio stations across the country, Mayaeni has also released her first single on the radio, demonstrating the power of radio and its influence in the discovery of new artists. According to Mayaeni, “Radio is where I go to be surprised by new music. I can’t wait to hear myself on the radio.”
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Insider's Guide Available
The 2009 version of the Insider's Guide now available. First unveiled in 2008, the Insider's Guide is a booklet that provides concise and compelling facts about radio that demonstrate its progress, vitality and value. This updated version includes the latest research to help you communicate the value of radio to clients and listeners. Click here to download an electronic version or contact us at support@radioheardhere.com if you would like some printed copies. Click here to download the Powerpoint.
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