Randy Couture will host Hostile Takeover on Fraction (ch 28) this Friday night 7:00 pm ET. On the eve of his UFC heavyweight title defense in Las Vegas, “The Natural” will control the Faction airwaves direct from Sin City. Tune in for 60 minutes of no-holds-barred radio – uncensored, unrestrained, uninterrupted – featuring Randy’s hand-picked playlist (rumored to include a little Marvin Gaye?).

Rebroadcast: Sat., Aug. 25th @ 1 am-2 am ET.

Also catch the Hostile Takeover Week from 8/27 through 8/31 when a different celebrity guest DJ takes total control of the Faction airwaves for an uncensored, unscripted free-for-all. Schedule below:

Mon - Aug. 27th (8 pm ET) - Underoath (rebroadcast Tues. 1am ET)
Tues - Aug. 28th (8 pm ET) - Black Light Burns (rebroadcast Weds. 2 am ET)
Weds - Aug. 29th (8 pm ET) - Q-Tip (rebroadcast Thurs. 2 am ET)
Thurs - Aug. 30th (7 pm ET) - (hed) PE (rebroadcast Fri. 12 am ET)
Fri - Aug. 31st (7 pm ET) - Marilyn Manson (rebroadcast Sat 1 am ET)

Category:  Sirius  |   August 23rd, 2007  |   No Comments »

Interesting comments out of Patrick Walsh the CFO of Emmis Communications. Walsh’s words do not match the NAB’s illustration of a powerful monopolistic merger.

From the Noble Financial Conference in Charleston, SC, Emmis Communications CFO Patrick Walsh was asked about the threat to terrestrial radio from satellite radio. Walsh stated, “We at Emmis have viewed the threat as being much more fragmentation from the iPod and Internet streaming and the fragmentation from media, whether it be YouTube or other media being delivered on the Internet just fragmenting peoples’ time.”

“Satellite radio doesn’t show up in our diaries very often. The people that utilize satellite radio often toggle between AM and FM and satellite radio, and it really hasn’t caused a measurable effect in our business yet. We reach hundreds of millions of people every day. Ninety-three percent of Americans listen to AM/FM radio every week.”

“Satellite radio is a niche business focused on people willing to spend 13 dollars per month for the radio. Which for long-haul truckers or people who are advocates of a music format which may not reach a mass market – if you’re a passionate Blue Grass listener in New York City – it probably makes sense for you.”

“But I think they’re still challenged. It’s a challenging business model to launch a billion-dollar asset in space and try to build up a mass-market audience quickly. And with 15 million subs it’s tough, which is why they’re trying to get the merger done. In large measure they’re trying to work with the government to solve a business model problem.”

“So, it’s not one that keeps us up at night. What we’re working on is trying to offer compelling programming in a multi-platform environment to grow our business. (Satellite radio) is competition but I don’t think it’s the principal competition for radio going forward.”

Radio Ink

Category:  Merger, Satellite Radio  |   August 21st, 2007  |   No Comments »

Five Rutgers football games will be broadcast live on XM Satellite Radio this season, including the Scarlet Knights’ season-opener vs. Buffalo on Thursday, August 30. All of the games will use the radio feed from the Rutgers Radio Network, featuring play-by-play voice Chris Carlin and color analyst and former RU tight end Tim Pernetti.

In addition to the Buffalo game, XM will also carry the Cincinnati game on Oct. 6, the South Florida game on Oct. 18, the West Virginia game on Oct. 27 and the Louisville game on Nov. 29. Additional games could be added to the XM lineup. Check www.scarletknights.com the week of the game for the channel listing on XM.

Category:  XM  |   August 20th, 2007  |   No Comments »

 

CNN wants your opinion on radio, along with the Sirius Satellite Radio and XM Satellite Radio recently proposed a merger.

Use the form on CNN to send files from your computer, or e-mail ireport@cnn.com from your cell phone.

Some of the videos, photos and audio submitted may be selected for use on CNN.com, in CNN television programming or other CNN programming services, so by sending information you are agreeing to our terms of use.

CNN Opinion Form

Category:  Merger, Satellite Radio  |   August 17th, 2007  |   No Comments »

Sirius Satellite Radio and the Kansas State Athletics Department along with its multi-media authority, Learfield Sports, announced an exclusive broadcasting agreement making Sirius the official satellite radio broadcaster of K-State athletics.

Starting this fall, K-State football and men’s basketball games will air nationwide on Sirius. Under the agreement, SIRIUS has the exclusive satellite radio rights to the K-State broadcasts, featuring the Voice of the Wildcats, play-by-play announcer Wyatt Thompson. Kansas State opens its 2007 football season at 6:45 p.m., (CT), Saturday, Sept. 1 at Auburn. The game will air nationwide on Sirius channel 122. K-State game schedule on Sirius.

“Kansas State has a long history of success on both the football field and basketball court and we’re very pleased to be able to offer its games to millions of listeners around the nation as the Wildcats compete for a Big 12 title,” said Steve Cohen, Vice President of Sports Programming for SIRIUS. “SIRIUS is committed to giving fans from coast to coast access to the best college games and the Wildcats are an excellent addition to our sports programming lineup. With a schedule that includes games from more 150 college partners, SIRIUS is a must-have for college sports fans.”

”We have worked diligently with Learfield Sports to increase the exposure of K-State athletics and we have accomplished that goal in this agreement with SIRIUS,” said Tim Weiser, K-State’s director of athletics. “This is an important development for our fans across the country.”

With the addition of K-State, Sirius is the Official Satellite Radio Partner of 10 of the schools in the Big 12 Conference and the exclusive satellite radio provider of the official radio broadcasts of Baylor, Colorado, Iowa State, Kansas, Kansas State, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas A&M and Texas Tech.

Category:  Sirius  |   August 17th, 2007  |   No Comments »

Howard Stern is pushing for the remake of the cult teen comedy film “Porky’s“. Last week Stern took a vacation from his daily Sirius Satellite Radio Show and worked on the film project which the Shock Jock now claims is “ready to go.”

Stern says, “They say it’s all greenlit and everything, ready to go. They say they can even start shooting in October, but I don’t know if that’s true,” says Stern. “It seemed like a fun project, which it is.”

In 2002, it was announced that Howard Stern was going to launch a series of movies carrying the “Howard Stern Presents” logo, starting with two remakes of “comedy cult classics”: Porky’s and Rock ‘N’ Roll High School. Porky’s was originally supposed to film in the Summer of 2003, but the project fell into a seemingly unmoving development. I, like most people, actually believed that the project was long dead. But Stern says that is not the case.

SlashFilm

Category:  Stern  |   August 17th, 2007  |   No Comments »

 

Sirius promoted the availability of the Stiletto 2, its most advanced live portable radio. The radio features WiFi, and the ability to store up to 100 hours of live SIRIUS sports, talk and commercial free music programming. Stiletto 2 will be available in fall 2007 with a MSRP of $349.99, and will include the radio, a single user-replaceable battery operating for 4 hours (live satellite), 10 hours (WiFi), and 20 hours (Non-live), AC power adaptor, Altec Lansing headphone, ear buds, PC cable, My SIRIUS Studio(TM) software.

Stiletto 2 features include:

- Live portable reception of SIRIUS, as well as easy access to stored sports, talk, and commercial free music programming
- Enhanced WiFi capability, providing faster access to a larger number of networks and support for commercial WiFi hotspots
- Support for SIRIUS Internet Radio’s premium audio offering.
- Removable microSD media slot for expanded storage of MP3/WMA files
- Easy storage and management of MP3/WMA files
- Bookmark and purchase songs through any compatible online music service

“With Stiletto 2, SIRIUS is making the personal music player better for listeners, raising the bar in the field of audio entertainment,” Mel Karmazin, SIRIUS CEO said. “Stiletto 2 makes it easy to discover new music, and to carry SIRIUS’ virtually unlimited variety of sports, talk, and commercial-free music wherever you go.”

Measuring 1.9″ w x 4.3″l x 0.6″ d, weighing 4.3 oz., and with a color 2.2″ display, a six-way navigation control that provides easy one handed access to all features and content.

Category:  Sirius  |   August 17th, 2007  |   No Comments »

 

Sirius Satellite Radio and Sonos Inc. today announced the release of Sonos System Software v 2.3 that will bring “The Best Radio on the Internet” from Sirius to the digital home via the Sonos Digital Music System. The companies have teamed up to wirelessly stream Sirius all over the house and control it all from the palm of their hand.

The Sonos Digital Music System provides subscribers with a convenient way to access their favorite Sirius music, talk, and sports programming in every room. By simply connecting Sonos to a broadband Internet connection, Sirius subscribers can instantly access more than 80 Sirius channels. Sonos connects directly to SIRIUS Internet Radio, eliminating the need for an antenna, satellite radio hardware, or even a PC. This provides subscribers with their first broadband-delivered, PC-free solution designed specifically for home use. With the Sonos Controller in hand, Sirius radio lovers simply pick a room, pick a channel and hit play-in up to 32 rooms. As part of the out-of-the-box experience, Sonos customers will automatically receive a free, no hassle 30-day trial to SIRIUS Internet Radio.

“Working with innovators such as Sonos is important to our ongoing strategy of delivering our content beyond the car,” said Mel Karmazin, Chief Executive Officer, Sirius. “We are determined to provide our subscribers with compelling and easy-to-use solutions to access our content anywhere they go, including anywhere in their home.”

Sonos

Category:  Sirius  |   August 17th, 2007  |   No Comments »

Sirius Satellite Radio promoted the launch of the first satellite radio tuner that can receive Sirius Backseat TV. The SCV1 satellite radio tuner delivers three channels of programming from Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network.

SCV1 features include:

- Sirius Backseat TV video content, live 24/7, from Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, and Cartoon Network.
- Simultaneous access to over 130 channels of Sirius sports, talk, and commercial-free music programming
- Ability to enjoy Sirius programming through the vehicle’s main audio system while rear passengers enjoy watching live Sirius Backseat TV through the vehicle’s video system
- Compatible with most vehicles with an FM radio and rear seat video monitor
- Easy-to-use, kid friendly remote control of Sirius Backseat TV

The SCV1 will be available at retailers in the 4th quarter of 2007 with a MSRP of $299.99. Designed to work in any car with an FM radio and a rear seat video monitor, the SCV1 includes a wired controller to operate the audio and video functions.

Category:  Sirius  |   August 16th, 2007  |   No Comments »

Sirius unveiled the Sportster 5, a new version of its popular dock & play radio, featuring a color display that subscribers can easily adjust to match car dash lights or mood, with user-selectable screen and back-light colors.

The Sportster 5 has a large, multicolor, easy-to-read 6-line display plus a rotary tuning knob. The selectable color feature allows the display screen to be adjusted to match the car dash lights, stereo display or the user’s mood. Sportster 5 measures 4.5″ x 2.5″ x .6″ and at just 3.7 ounces, it is the lightest Sportster yet. The radio is scheduled to be available in fall 2007 with an MSRP of $169.99.

Sportster 5 features include:

- Large multi-color display: easy viewing and use
- Selectable colors: match your dash lights and mood
- SIRIUS Universal docking capability: add accessories to enjoy in your home, office or additional vehicles
- SIRIUS Replay(TM): pause, rewind and replay up to 60 minutes of live SIRIUS radio
- FM transmitter or stereo audio output to connect your vehicle’s radio
- FM preset function: allows you to store the best FM frequencies in your area for optimum integration with your vehicle’s radio
- 30 presets: enjoy fast access to your favorite channels
- S-Seek(TM) Alert: so you won’t miss your favorite artists, songs and sports
- One-Touch Jump(TM) button: direct access to local traffic and weather, or your favorite channel
- Personalized sports ticker: real-time updates of your favorite sports
- Rotary tuning knob: surf channels on the fly
- Sports Alert(TM): track your favorite sports team and race driver
- Parental controls: easily lock and unlock channels
- Alarm clock w/snooze: wake up to your favorite channel
- Complete vehicle kit includes everything required for most installations, including radio, dock w/suction cup mount and vent mounts, remote control, vehicle power adapter, magnetic mount satellite antenna and FM extender antenna

Category:  Sirius  |   August 16th, 2007  |   No Comments »

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