After Cutting Playlist Makers In Layoffs, Spotify Rolls Out AI Curator
As the debate over artificial intelligence in the music curation process continues, Spotify has introduced an AI tool designed to craft playlists based on user-provided text prompts. This new feature for paid subscribers aligns with Spotify’s prior venture with its AI DJ, X.
Voicetracking Is Super Hi-Fi’s Latest Target For AI Optimization
AI-powered radio services provider Super Hi-Fi has unveiled its new Voicetrack Fusion product, with a full showcase planned for the 2024 NAB Show. This new tool is designed to streamline the voicetracking process by creating one interface for planning and recording.
Subaru Is The Latest Automaker To Add SiriusXM Next Gen Radio
Subaru is the latest automaker to add SiriusXM's next-generation 360L satellite radio to its latest vehicle models. Nearly half a million existing owners of 2023-24 Subaru models are eligible to receive this feature through an over-the-air update in the coming months.
Countdown To NAB Show 2024: vCreative’s Mary DelGrande
Radio Ink is counting down to NAB Show 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center by having conversations with some of radio’s biggest innovators in the days leading up to April 13-17. Today, we sit down with vCreative CEO Mary DelGrande.
New Report Reveals Radio’s Presence in Top-Selling US Vehicles
100% of the top 100 selling new vehicles in the US have radio; only 36% have a radio button. This is only one of the eye-opening details found by Quu's inaugural In-Vehicle Visuals Report, showcasing the complicated modern role of radio in the automotive space.
How To Beat Media Job Shrinkflation
(By Mike McVay) It’s difficult to pick up the trades without seeing the elimination of jobs in media. We’ve seen radio and audio companies cyclically eliminate talent, multiple times over the years, often driven by revenue or the lack thereof.
What Happened To The Time?
(By John Shomby) Job responsibilities have multiplied as staff diminish and, for a few of us, it has been a difficult adjustment. I have had more than several PDs run into me at events and profusely apologize for their lack of contact. I get it!
Are You Ready For Your Brand-Making Moment?
(Buzz Knight) I was thinking about how radio station brands and show brands excel the most when they capitalize on "drafting" from the noise and hysteria of a moment and make it theirs. History has proven this fact time and time again. Think WABC and The Beatles.
Townsquare Media Makes Another Multi-Million Buyback With Cash
Eight days after announcing more than $14 million in stock buybacks from MSG National Properties LLC, Townsquare Media has revealed they've also bought back around three million options from its board of directors and company executives.
Manager Role Resonates With Charley Smith At Frequency
Charlie Smith has joined audio industry workflow automation and ad management provider Frequency as its new Technical Account Manager. In his role, Smith will provide technical assistance to clients, leading platform onboarding, training, and customer support.
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