Audio Ink

TuneIn is expanding its offerings with the introduction of Country A-Go-Go from actor Tom Hanks and radio veteran Debbie Daughtry. To bring this project to life, Hanks and Daughtry digitized over 3,500 vinyl records from their personal collections.

In an effort to close the advertising revenue gap with tech giants like YouTube and Meta, Spotify has introduced a new feature called Showcase. This paid promotional tool allows artists and their teams to highlight new and older releases on Spotify’s widely-visited Mobile Home page.

Clubhouse, the social media platform that originally gained traction for its live audio rooms, is pivoting to a more messaging-like experience with a new voice-only group chats feature. The live chatrooms will still exist but are less prominently showcased.

Spotify is gearing up to introduce a free audiobook trial for its subscribers, according to a new report. This pilot initiative is a shift from the streamer's current pay-per-download model for audiobooks, which it started offering last year after acquiring Findaway.

Streaming platform TuneIn has renewed its international distribution agreement with the NFL for the 2023 season, offering complete coverage to audiences outside North America. TuneIn Premium subscribers will enjoy access to live and on-demand game broadcasts for all 32 teams.

Spotify is testing a new strategy to boost its number of paying subscribers by moving its lyrics feature behind a paywall for some. The streamer giant recently began displaying a message to selected free users that reads: "Enjoy lyrics on Spotify Premium."

As ByteDance broadens the global reach of TikTok Music, the move is beginning to signal a potential shake-up in the music streaming industry. ByteDance recently replaced its Resso brand with the low-cost add-on in Indonesia and Brazil.

SiriusXM kicks off its role as the exclusive third-party audio provider for the 2023 NFL season this week. Subscribers will have access to live play-by-play for every NFL game across North America, both on SiriusXM radio and the SiriusXM App.

The YouTube Music app is rolling out a significant user interface overhaul. The most noteworthy feature is the integration of a comments section, adapted from the main YouTube platform, into YouTube Music's Now Playing screen.

Garth Brooks has unveiled the second station in his SEVENS Radio Network with TuneIn, Tailgate Radio. The station incorporates a feature called "Switch," letting listeners automatically toggle from music into a chosen game broadcast.