RADIO : THE KILLING FIELDS

[joshzz]

I was waiting for it to happen and now it is finally upon us. INTERNET RADIO!

This will mean the end to radio stations that offer nothing unique to their local listeners. Many broadcasters especially Christian Radio Stations act simply as translators for main channels humdred of miles away.

Now listeners will be able to choose stations from any place in the country.. and local stations with small footprints that offer lots of local programming will be able to establish BIG footprints and greater loyalty among locals.. something we look forward to doing.

HERE'S THE ARTICLE FROM RADIO INFO

GM is adding Wi-Fi to four of their vehicle brands
The addition of in-car wireless Internet access by GM’s Cadillac division was previously reported by Radio-Info, but this expands that roll out to a number of Buick, GMC and Chevrolet models, starting next month. Automotive News says the device, made by San Francisco’s Autonet Mobile, will create a Wi-Fi hotspot with a range of 150 feet, completely covering the vehicle it is in and a number of feet around it, allowing for the use of devices such as laptop computers, game players and other portables inside the vehicle. The same connection will stream Internet radio stations. The device will cost $499 for the unit, which also comes with a dock so it can be moved into other GM vehicles. Internet access is expected to cost $29 monthly.

 

[hornet61]

I was waiting for it to happen and now it is finally upon us. INTERNET RADIO!

This will mean the end to radio stations that offer nothing unique to their local listeners. Many broadcasters especially Christian Radio Stations act simply as translators for main channels humdred of miles away.

Now listeners will be able to choose stations from any place in the country.. and local stations with small footprints that offer lots of local programming will be able to establish BIG footprints and greater loyalty among locals.. something we look forward to doing.

HERE'S THE ARTICLE FROM RADIO INFO

GM is adding Wi-Fi to four of their vehicle brands
The addition of in-car wireless Internet access by GM’s Cadillac division was previously reported by Radio-Info, but this expands that roll out to a number of Buick, GMC and Chevrolet models, starting next month. Automotive News says the device, made by San Francisco’s Autonet Mobile, will create a Wi-Fi hotspot with a range of 150 feet, completely covering the vehicle it is in and a number of feet around it, allowing for the use of devices such as laptop computers, game players and other portables inside the vehicle. The same connection will stream Internet radio stations. The device will cost $499 for the unit, which also comes with a dock so it can be moved into other GM vehicles. Internet access is expected to cost $29 monthly.

key statement ...offers nothing new to the listeners...such an easy fix too...old school thinking dictates what you play and don't play.......there are no old schoolers on the net or consultants......hallelujah!! There is a gold mine of untapped music that the old school of thought refuses to play, not the net boys they opened the flood gates. Pundits point to the net as limited audience, but they are the future once the technical problems are solved. these are statements I made three years ago........looks like I was off about a year off on my prediction.