It’s not hyperbole to say that technology has revolutionized the music industry. From artists being able to seamlessly upload an album to listeners around the world, to a fan being able to listen to the complete catalog of their favorite band wherever they may be, technology has made music more accessible and the connection between…
SiriusXM and Pandora Celebrate Women in Music and Media at All Things Go Creator Summit
What are the biggest challenges facing music creators today? How has the music industry evolved in the wake of the global pandemic? What is the best advice for young women who want to break into the music business? Those are just a few of the critical topics explored in a dynamic session recently presented by…
All Music is Black Music: SiriusXM and the National Museum of African American History and Culture Celebrate Black Music Appreciation Month and the Unveiling of the SiriusXM Neighborhood Record Store
On June 30th, SiriusXM and the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) marked the end of Black Music Appreciation Month with an event at the museum highlighting the powerful impact of Black Music and celebrating the ongoing collaboration between the two organizations. SiriusXM and NMAAHC first teamed up in 2021 to…
Sharing the Mic with Diverse Voices and Programmers
Holy Culture Radio, SiriusXM’s newest Qualified Entity channel, launches on Channel 154
As a company devoted to offering the best in audio entertainment, we understand no two listeners are the same: Some people want to listen to Top 40 hits before checking in with Howard Stern for laughs, while others may be in an Escape to Margaritaville mood before switching to Kids Place Live radio for a…
AudioID – Using a Privacy-Centric Approach to Empower Listeners and Customers
The modern media marketplace is a marvel – with the tap of your smartphone you can listen to every song ever recorded by your favorite artists, livestream events from half a world away, and listen to your favorite podcasts wherever you are. Fan choice has defined the modern media landscape and platforms have delivered, creating…
“It’s in our company DNA” – SiriusXM’s Commitment to Public Safety
When a blizzard earlier this month trapped Senator Tim Kaine (D, Va.) along with thousands of other drivers on Interstate 95 for more than a day, it was SiriusXM’s “Little Steven’s Underground Garage” channel that helped him stay awake and weather the 27-hour ordeal (along with a single orange and bottle of Dr. Pepper). While…
Supporting Funny Business: How SiriusXM’s Connection to Comedians Keeps the Laughs Coming
Greg Warren knows the value of a good laugh. The successful long-time stand-up comedian has spent years honing his craft, from appearances on the “Late Late Show” or Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend,” to countless sets at comedy clubs across the country. His love of comedy is one of the reasons he’s an outspoken fan of…
Save Our Spins: How SiriusXM and Pandora are Combatting Streaming Fraud
Twenty years ago, piracy was an existential threat to the music industry. Illegal download sites were at their peak, creators were seeing royalty payments plummet, and the question facing everyone was how the industry would compel fans to pay for music again. Enter streaming music companies like Pandora, which flipped piracy on its head by…
What’s Your Discovery Mode?
As music and podcast fans, we’re used to asking the question, “Have you heard …” about the latest viral sensation, whether it’s a hit song from Olivia Rodrigo, a new venture from Kevin Hart, or the most recent true-crime phenomenon following in the footsteps of My Favorite Murder. It’s natural; after all, with access to…
Connecting Artists and Fans in a Socially Distanced World
Finding new and innovative ways to connect creators, artists, and fans has always been a part of our DNA. That effort took on a new and critical resonance in the face of Covid-19. While the global pandemic disrupted our lives, families, and large swaths of the economy, performers and creators faced a unique challenge to…