Quick Hits: Overview of NYC Summit; music service review; Saavn’s original content
Brief news items and worthy reads from around the web: Overview of NYC Summit; music service review; Saavn’s original content. Continue Reading
SoundExchange hires new External Affairs Officer
Richard Conlon, veteran executive in communications and rights management, joined SoundExchange this week as Chief External Affairs Officer. Conlon will report to SoundExchange CEO Michael Huppe. This newly created role will have broad purview in SoundExchange’s pivotal position in the digital music industry. Continue Reading
Spotify: 50-million subscribers
Spotify used Twitter to announce its milestone of 50-million subscribers, and to thank its customers. By any standard, Spotify’s subscriber growth has been impressive. The company noted 40-million paying users in September, and 30-million less than a year ago. Continue Reading
Forbes on PodcastOne continues rollout with new show
PodcastOne sent news today that a new program in the Forbes on PodcastOne series launches today. Called Forbes Sports Money, the podcast derives from the Emmy Award-winning TV of that name. It’s an in-depth look at the business of sport. The first episode dropped this morning, bringing the young network to five shows. Continue Reading
ReVolver moves its podcast network to ART19 hosting
Podcast technology platform ART19 notified us today that reVolver, the Spanish-speaking podcast company, has moved its entire catalog of 46 podcasts to ART19. Listener measurement and ad insertion capability drove reVolver’s decision. Continue Reading
Kavi Halemane joins iHeartRadio as GM/Digital Programming
Digital media veteran Kavi Halemane has joined iHeartRadio as GM/Digital Programming, iHeart announced. He is positioned in the product team, reporting to Chief Product Officer Chris Williams. The appointment starts immediately. Continue Reading
Pandora stock is yanked around as Sirius XM dance demonstrates new moves this week
Pandora stock watchers have been following the dance moves of Sirius XM, which continues mentioning the leading internet radio company, even while denying any interest in acquiring it. This week, Pandora stock has dipped and bobbed a couple of times. Continue Reading
Steve Goldstein: Why Isn’t Podcasting Bigger?
by Steve Goldstein
Often we read a blog or tweet asking “Why isn’t Podcasting bigger?” Indeed, it is becoming bigger. But the lens needs to be adjusted properly to see the growth. Guest columnist Steve Goldstein analyzes. Continue Reading
Radioplayer fulfills its promise to launch in Canada
Radioplayer Canada is in the market now, after a September promise to bring national station aggregation to that country. It’s available in the Google and Apple mobile systems, and offers 400 station streams plus a recommendation engine. Continue Reading
HowStuffWorks migrates FoodStuff from video to audio with new podcast launch
We got note today that HowStuffWorks, the highly ranked podcast network with two programs in the Podtrac TOP 20 PODCASTS ranker, has added a new show to its existing dozen programs. Called FoodStuff, it is a fun and highly researched… Continue Reading
Sean Ross: When It Comes To Smartphone Usage: Two Countries
by Sean Ross
Over the years, a picture has emerged of Country P1s who are more loyal to Country radio and less inclined to broadcast radio’s emerging digital competition. But new research tells a more nuanced story. Continue Reading
RAIN Summit an outstanding success in New York
On Tuesday RAIN produced the Online Audio Advertising Summit in New York, a half-day event featuring 22 thought-leading industry executives and expert speakers. A program that ranged from metrics to discussion to immersive experience held a packed audience at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Manhattan. Continue Reading