University of North Texas Launches New Internet Radio Station
The University of North Texas has introduced Mean Green Hits, a new internet radio station targeting Gen Z and Millennial audiences. The station had a soft launch in August, with the official start coinciding with World College Radio Day on October 6.
Nick Cannon, Zach Sang Tease Amazon’s Post-Amp Plans
On Wednesday, news broke that Amazon is discontinuing its live-audio app, Amp, after less than two years. Now Nick Cannon and Zach Sang, both lured away from terrestrial radio to the platform, are teasing new projects with the company.
SiriusXM Preps NHL Network Radio To Take Center Ice
SiriusXM has announced its plans for the 2023-24 NHL season, including live play-by-play broadcasts, analysis, and special programming. The coverage will be available through SiriusXM NHL Network Radio starting Tuesday, October 10.
Spotify Declares Audiobook War On Amazon and Audible
Spotify is officially challenging Amazon's audiobook dominance. The streamer's premium subscribers in the UK and Australia now have access to 15 hours per month of audiobooks at no extra charge, with the same service coming to the US soon.
John Mayer Adds ‘Life’ To SiriusXM Via New Channel
Grammy Award-winning artist John Mayer is teaming up with SiriusXM to launch a unique channel, Life With John Mayer, this coming November. The station will feature a curated mix of Mayer's classics, collaborations, and never-before-heard tracks.
Audacy Expands ‘You Better You Bet’ Through Stadium and SXM
Audacy is enhancing the distribution of its leading sports betting show, You Better You Bet, through new partnerships with Stadium and SiriusXM. Co-hosted by Nick Kostos and Ken Barkley, the show is a cornerstone of BetQL Network
Apple Brings All Subscription Audio Into Podcasts App
Apple has announced a series of upgrades to its audio apps coinciding with the release of iOS 17. Most notably, subscribers to Apple Music can now access shows from Apple's original radio lineup through the Apple Podcasts app.
SiriusXM Announces Ryder Cup Coverage From Rome
SiriusXM is set to offer live, hole-by-hole coverage of golf's 2023 Ryder Cup, featuring top players from the United States and Europe. The coverage will span more than 28 hours from September 29 to October 1 at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club.
iHeart Teams With Storybutton For Kids Streaming Audio Player
Storybutton, a new audio player targeting children under 12, aims to shift the streaming audio experience away from smartphones and tablets. A tenet of Storybutton's strategy is its recent partnership with iHeartMedia, aimed at launching a new children's podcast network.
Spotify CEO Tells BBC That A.I. Music Won’t Leave Platform
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek recently clarified the company's stance on AI-generated music, months after Spotify removed a track featuring AI-cloned voices of artists Drake and The Weeknd. Ek outlined three categories of AI use in music to the BBC.
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