TM Studios Brings Classic WLS Jingle Back To Chicago
One of radio's most memorable sonic logos of all time has new life. TM Studios unveiled a new jingle package for Cumulus Media's 94.7 WLS-AM, revitalizing the Chicagoland station's iconic 5-note melody first recorded in the 1960s and heard in Ferris Bueller's Day Off.
Westwood One Brings March Madness To SiriusXM
With Selection Sunday days away, SiriusXM has readied its roster for 2024 NCAA March Madness, featuring live play-by-play broadcasts of the entire NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship and key games of the Women's Basketball Championship.
Audacy Streams Get Personal For Super Hi-Fi’s HLS+ Debut
Song skipping and hyper-personalized content delivery are coming to Audacy’s live broadcast streams, by way of Super Hi-Fi. The AI-centric radio management company has announced the launch of HLS+, a new streaming technology specifically for radio.
Wondery Extends ROI Report Deal With Veritonic’s Brand Lift
Audio analytics and research platform Veritonic has announced the renewal of its partnership with Wondery. The deal includes Veritonic's Brand Lift insights for audio advertising campaigns.
SiriusXM Launches Its ‘Listen Next’ Program With Isa Nakazawa
SiriusXM has taken the first step in its Listen Next program, aimed at fostering diverse audio talent and promoting inclusivity in podcasting. The inaugural launch features Stars and Stars with Isa, where astrologer Isa Nakazawa explores birth charts with celebrities.
In Aggressive Competitive Plan, Tidal Slashes Subscription Price
As competitors YouTube Music, Spotify, and Apple Music raise their prices, hi-fi music streamer Tidal is cutting its price in half in an attempt to woo subscribers. The move comes as Tidal combines both subscription tiers into one package and eliminates its free offering.
Spotify Leans Harder Into Audiobooks With New Subscription Tier
Spotify has introduced a new subscription tier tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. This latest addition allows subscribers to enjoy 15 hours of audiobook content from the streamer's catalog of over 200,000 titles for $9.99 per month.
As F1 Season Opens In Bahrain, SiriusXM Unveils Coverage
Over the weekend, SiriusXM started its coverage of the 2024 FIA Formula 1 World Championship with the Bahrain Grand Prix. Fans of Formula 1 can tune in to all races, F1 Sprint events, and qualifying sessions through SiriusXM.
Tech Is Red Hot As Podcast Ad Rates See February Climb
After a steep drop to start 2024, podcast advertising rates climbed in February according to Libsyn's latest data. Libsyn reports an average cost-per-thousand rate of $21.99 for a 60-second advertisement, marking a slight increase from January's $21.61.
Bob Pittman Returns For His Sixth Season Of ‘Magic’ Podcast
The sixth season of Math & Magic: Stories from the Frontiers of Marketing, hosted by iHeartMedia CEO Bob Pittman has debuted. The series features conversations with figures from music, film, and marketing, focusing on a blend of analytical and creative skills.