ASIA

DRM at #IBC2024

The DRM Consortium is preparing a better and more complete presence than ever before at IBC 2024, RAI Amsterdam from September 13 to 16.Just a few days remain to register for the “DRM – Connecting All through Innovation” virtual pre-IBC event on September 10. This will bring the latest on DRM and preview the live Amsterdam events.On September 14 the DRM Consortium has planned two face-face events.Gospell Digital Technology invites all those interested in digital radio to stop over at Hall 1 stand B14 at 1100 (CEST time) to explore the latest end-to-end digital broadcast solutions offered by the company and be there to hear about all the new developments and announcements.In the afternoon, at 1600 (CEST time), Fraunhofer IIS will meet and greet all those interested in Hall 8 at stand B80 to get the latest developments and announcements on DRM, meet DRM experts and network with those involved in promoting the global, all-frequency, efficient DRM standard.On September 15 join DRM members at an event hosted by Nautel Hall 8 at stand D70 for a session on the continued relevance of digital radio.Other DRM member companies and their experts present at IBC are: Ampegon, CML Micro, Encompass, BBC, Desay SV, RFmondial, RF2Digital, Starwaves, Bosch, Dolby, RRI, NXP, Panasonic, Skyworks, Assendive, Cambridge Consultants, DAC System, Inntot, Szomel, Kintronic Labs, Spaceline.The DRM Chairman, Ruxandra Obreja, thinks that: “The theme of this year’s IBC of delivering innovation and connecting communities, fits perfectly the mission of the Digital Radio Mondiale Consortium. Meeting all listeners’ needs, energising the market, enabling content everywhere, DRM is committed to bringing together all stakeholders interested in unlocking new opportunities with this most flexible digital audio broadcasting standard.DRM is complete, robust, and global, delivering so many extra benefits beyond excellent audio and multimedia. It can also offer unique and ready to use services (like emergency warning and distance learning), while saving energy costs, spectrum and ensuring full-country coverage.” […]

ASIA

New York Festivals 2025 Radio Awards opens for entries

The New York Festivals® 2025 Radio Awards competition is officially open for submissions.The New York Festivals Radio Awards offer a platform to celebrate creative storytellers from around the world. For 67 years, NYF has recognized both innovation and exceptional quality in broadcast audio content across all genres and platforms since 1957.“This year, we are thrilled to announce the debut of multiple new categories for fiction and nonfiction reflecting the ways today’s audio storytellers are encouraging audiences everywhere to tune in and stay engaged,” said Rose Anderson, EVP and Executive Director, New York Festivals. “They join our existing categories for Sound Art, Audio Books, Podcasts, and Social Justice.”Always at the forefront of the evolving global landscape of audio content creation, the 2025 Radio Awards has kept pace with global industry trends and introduced seven exciting new categories further showcasing the wide range of talent and creativity that drives the industry.The Pop Culture Documentary category highlights and celebrates creative radio documentaries that capture today’s trends.New in Entertainment, the Anthology Program category shines a spotlight on engaging curated audio collections. Digital Anthology will showcase the diverse audio selections encompassing digital media. Anthology Podcasts honor expansive works featuring unique voices united by a common theme or purpose. Audiobooks transports listeners into new worlds, the new Audio Book Technical Production Team category celebrates innovative contributions in the industry.On Air Talent categories set the stage for honoring captivating top-tier audio talent, new categories for 2025 include Program Host and Sports Anchor/Analyst.View the 2025 NYF Radio Awards powerhouse category roster: HERE.NYF’s Radio Awards receives entries from radio stations, networks, and independent producers from over 30 countries around the globe. The mission of the competition is to honor the achievements of the men and women who make up the global audio storytelling community.New York Festivals invites award-winning industry leaders from 6 continents around the world to become members of their world-class Radio Awards Grand Jury. The 2025 Radio Awards Grand jury will be recruited in the coming weeks. Entries are judged on production values, creativity, content presentation, direction, writing, achievement of purpose, and audience suitability.All Entries in NYF’s 2025 Radio Awards will be judged by the Grand Jury comprised of some of the world’s most recognizable voices and captivating audio storytellers from around the globe including producers, directors, writers, and other creative media professionals.Award-winning entries for 2025 will be showcased on the Radio Awards winners gallery. View the 2024 winners’ showcase.The entry deadline for the 2025 Radio Awards competition is January 31, 2025.To enter the 2025 Radio Awards please visit: HERE, for additional information visit: Rules and Regulations and 2025 Radio Awards categories. […]

AU & NZ

The importance of radio prep: Ultimate Aussie music and pop culture book out now

“These are the books I wished were in the studio when I was on air,” says Steve Woods as he thumbs through the latest volume of his For The Record series.And, at more than 475 pages long, it’s his biggest book yet.As The Days Go By compliments the two earlier releases Australian Pop Culture 1964-2017… Read More
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AU & NZ

A week of major movements and sad farewells in radio

Major radio movements across programming, news and other roles at two major networks are front and centre in this latest ep of the Radio Today podcast.Jen also takes a look at the latest bi-annual report into podcast popularity and changes to GfK surveys in 2025.And, straight off the Aircheck National Airplay Chart, we’re going back… Read More
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AU & NZ

Radio rivals in epic rap battle

This week saw some high-profile radio rivals slog it out in a rap battle to remember.The Nova 96.9 team of Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie were joined live in the studio by WSFM’s Jonesy & Amanda.The ARN duo – who were there to take on Fitzy & Wippa in Rap Up of The Week… Read More
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