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Holy Culture Radio, SiriusXM’s newest Qualified Entity channel, launches on Channel 154

April 28, 2022

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…

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Capitol Hill Soundtrack March 2022

March 30, 2022

“She’s Got the Mic” in special Women’s History Month programming across SiriusXM, Pandora, and Stitcher. SiriusXM raised the voices of prolific and up-and-coming female artists with four limited-engagement music channels, spanning genres and artists from across the decades. Pandora launched The Top Thumb Hundred: HerStory station, plus female-driven Modes across music stations. And Stitcher featured multiple playlists highlighting several of our women-centric and women-hosted podcasts covering everything from pop culture and comedy, to news and history. Help us c elebrate these awe-inspiring women who’ve made lasting contributions!

SiriusXM is proud to support NMAAHC’s mission of documenting African American life, history, and culture, specifically how African American music plays a central role in the history of American music. SiriusXM Cares, the company’s charitable arm, recently announced a $2 million gift to help the museum continue its critical work. In recognition of this gift, NMAAHC will designate its Neighborhood Record Store, an interactive destination housed within the permanent “Musical Crossroads” exhibition, as the SiriusXM Neighborhood Record Store. Learn more about the Neighborhood Record Store and NMAAHC.

Activist, acclaimed political commentator and SiriusXM Urban View host Joe Madison has been a prominent voice in the fight to pass the Emmett Till Antilynching Act, legislation to explicitly criminalize lynching and make it a hate crime at the federal level. Despite decades of failed attempts in Congress and hundreds of bills introduced to address this important issue, Madison remained an advocate for these efforts for years, using his platform and voice to push legislators forward. Learn more about his work to help pass this historic legislation.

The digital media revolution has illuminated an important tension: the desire across a broad range of stakeholders – listeners, publishers, advertisers – for ever-more personalization in content, balanced with appropriate concerns about online privacy. While traditional identifiers, such as cookies, are being phased out, audio content and listener demand only continue to grow, making good, responsible ad delivery that much more difficult. So it’s an important time to talk about what the future of audio advertising looks like. Read more about our approach in the latest Policy Blog.

We’re very excited to share that our CEO, Jennifer Witz, was recognized by Billboard on their 2022 Women in Music Top Executives list! Each year, their Women in Music event honors women in the music industry who made significant contributions to the business and who, through their work and continued success, inspire generations of women to take on increasing responsibilities within the field. Click to see all of this year’s honorees.

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AudioID – Using a Privacy-Centric Approach to Empower Listeners and Customers

March 29, 2022

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…

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“It’s in our company DNA” – SiriusXM’s Commitment to Public Safety

January 25, 2022

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…

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Capitol Hill Soundtrack December 2021

December 22, 2021

Meet SiriusXM’s Future Five artists to watch for 2022, featuring five new artists that SiriusXM has supported and predicts will break through in 2022 across the Pop, R&B, Country, Hip-Hop and Rock genres. Year-after-year, SiriusXM’s ‘Future Five’ picks have proven to be on point and spotlights artists that SiriusXM is first to champion. Past ‘Future Five’ selections include Doja Cat, Gabby Barrett, Roddy Ricch, Lil Uzi Vert, Carly Pearce and more. Learn more about the Future Five and check out our ‘Class of 2021’ artists that SiriusXM was first to commit airplay and playlist support to and subsequently went on to have a major break-through year.

Pandora listeners made Cardi B #1 for the second year in a row, topping Pandora’s 2021 Top Thumb Hundred with her hit “Up.” Drake claimed the most spots in 2021’s rankings with 9 tracks. Only Pandora lets users “thumb” songs to create a personalized listening experience that evolves with their taste and preferences. With over 100 billion generated by users (and counting), Pandora’s thumbs are a unique barometer for what’s hot in music right now. Listen to the full 2021 Top Thumb Hundred playlist and be sure to check out which artists made your personal list of most-loved songs for 2021 with Pandora Playback at Playback.Pandora.com.

SiriusXM announced Joseph Inzerillo as the Company’s new Chief Product & Technology Officer. In this expanded role, Inzerillo will set and lead the implementation of SiriusXM’s product roadmap, satellite infrastructure enhancements, and technology vision and strategy to drive innovation and growth across all SiriusXM platforms. Inzerillo is a world-class media technology trailblazer with more than 30 years of experience developing and executing game-changing strategies across technology and digital organizations. He most recently helped launch and lead all technology aspects of The Walt Disney Company’s direct-to-consumer video streaming businesses, the fastest-growing streaming platform in entertainment. Join us in welcoming Joe!

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 how SiriusXM has made such a commitment to comedians and comedy. Learn more about Greg and how SiriusXM has made comedy programming and comedians a priority for the platform in our latest policy blog.

The Apollo, one of America’s cultural treasures, received a $5 million gift from SiriusXM. The Apollo and SiriusXM, committed to supporting diverse artists, have created special nights at the famed theater for more than a decade. Funded by the Company’s charitable arm, SiriusXM Cares, the donation helps support the Apollo’s mission to create and present work that center Black artists and voices from the African Diaspora. In recognition of the gift and for the many special performances held by SiriusXM at the theater since 2010, the Apollo will name the Orchestra Level of the historic theater the SiriusXM Orchestra.

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Supporting Funny Business: How SiriusXM’s Connection to Comedians Keeps the Laughs Coming

December 21, 2021

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…

Capitol Hill Soundtrack October 2021

October 29, 2021

While the stages may be intimate, SiriusXM and Pandora’s Small Stage Series features performances from music and entertainment’s biggest names. Since launching in August, the Small Stage Series has treated fans to more than a dozen exclusive performances at iconic venues across the country – and we’ve just announced more! H.E.R. will be live at the world-famous Apollo Theater on November 2nd and Alicia Keys will also take to the Apollo stage on November 11 for a one-night-only special with fan favorites and a preview of all-new music from her highly-anticipated eighth studio album. Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats will perform live from Tipitina’s in New Orleans on November 13. SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners can win tickets, but you’re still invited even if you can’t join in person. Visit SiriusXM.com/SmallStageSeries for more info on how to win tickets and where to listen live.

Calling all podcast lovers — there’s a lot happening at SiriusXM and Stitcher! SiriusXM recently signed The Last Podcast on the Left, bringing the award-winning comedy horror podcast back to wide-distribution and ad-free listening on Stitcher Premium. This month Stitcher also signed The Bellas Podcast hosted by WWE Hall of Fame Inductees, TV personalities, and best-selling authors Brie and Nikki Bella; Rory Farrell and Jamil “MAL” Clay’s podcast New Rory & MAL; and top-ranking business podcast The Ed Mylett Show. SiriusXM also announced a new creative and strategic agreement with Audio Up to develop new original scripted concepts and inked an exclusive multi-year agreement with “Crime Junkie” network Audiochuck.

Check out our latest policy blog on how SiriusXM and Pandora are combating stream manipulation and spin fraud. Twenty years ago when piracy was an existential threat to the music industry, streaming companies like Pandora flipped piracy on its head by making music accessible and affordable. But now the industry is facing a new threat – streaming fraud – and once again we’re at the forefront of efforts to combat it. Learn more about how SiriusXM and Pandora are investing time and resources to protect the integrity of the digital music ecosystem of today and ensure bad actors don’t divert royalties that legitimate creators and artists deserve.

U2 just launched the biggest-ever Artist Takeover on Pandora, featuring special Pandora station “Modes” devoted to their first three albums: Boy, October, and War. U2’s Artist Takeover marks the first time an artist has created an ongoing series of self-curated Modes on Pandora. Band members share never-before-heard stories behind the making of each album, delve deep into the creation and recording of pivotal tracks, and share classic songs from the artists who influenced and inspired them all in one unique listening experience. Additional album Modes are expected to be rolled out on Pandora’s U2 Radio station in the coming months. Learn more and experience U2’s Artist Takeover on Pandora here.

Thanks to everyone who joined us at the Eaton Hotel for the All Things Go Creator Summit presented by SiriusXM and Pandora. The female-focused music festival kicked off All Things Go weekend with an evening of two panels: Women in Music moderated by SiriusXM Alt Nation host Madison and Women in Media moderated by The New Yorker’s Jia Tolentino. The evening featured dynamic women in different roles across the industry and covered a range of important and timely issues. If you weren’t able to attend, be sure to check out All Things Go on Instagram where you can see the full Women in Music and Women in Media discussions.

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Save Our Spins: How SiriusXM and Pandora are Combatting Streaming Fraud

October 28, 2021

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…

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WATCH: All Things Go Creator Summit presented by SiriusXM and Pandora

October 16, 2021

Thanks to everyone who joined us at the Eaton Hotel for the All Things Go Creator Summit presented by SiriusXM and Pandora. The female-focused music festival kicked off All Things Go weekend with an evening of two panels: Women in Music moderated by SiriusXM Alt Nation host Madison and Women in Media moderated by The New Yorker’s Jia…

Capitol Hill Soundtrack September 2021

September 29, 2021

This Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month, SiriusXM and Pandora are celebrating the Latinx and Hispanic stars making an impact on music today with new stations, programming and events focused on uplifting the sounds of their culture. We are proud to support the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s Annual Leadership Conference! Check out the conference conversations we had with Latin artists Danny Felix and Mariah Angeliq. To celebrate the month, Pandora also launched its new Satélites station highlighting the discovery of the next generation of musical innovators who are influencing the direction of contemporary Latin urban and popular music and will host an exclusive Pandora LIVE El Pulso event featuring a performance from 5 time Latin GRAMMY-winning artist J Balvin. Tune in to SiriusXM for a broad array of exclusive special programming honoring the histories, cultures, and contributions of artists and celebrities of Latinx and Hispanic descent across our music, talk, comedy, and kids channels, including a celebration of Mexican Independence Day with Los Dos Carnales and a new monthly series with Becky G, “Las Poderosas,” which is dedicated to the Latina artists leading the Latin music movement. Click here for our full programming schedule!

Calling all DC music fans! Come see us at All Things Go Music Festival’s All Things Go Creator Summit presented by SiriusXM and Pandora at the Eaton Hotel on October 15. For the third consecutive year, the female-focused music festival will also host a conference and panel discussion as part of its programming. The Creator Summit will host two panels, Women in Music and Women in Media, featuring notable voices in music, entertainment and journalism. Meet the full lineup of speakers and RSVP for free here! All patrons attending the All Things Go Creator Summit will be required to show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or a negative test result within 72 hours prior to the event.

Welcome to “The Home of SiriusXM”, our largest multi-media ad campaign ever. The ads personify the variety and depth of content that SiriusXM offers listeners daily – all living under one roof — and feature a wide cast of famous talent and voices living in SiriusXM’s House, from established icons to trending TikTok creators: “Gizmos” starring Kevin Hart and LL COOL J; “Yelling” featuring Dave Grohl and Kevin Hart; “Sunday” featuring LL COOL J, Bebe Rexha, Kehlani, Jeff Lewis, Helio Castroneves, Anitta and Normani; “Chores” featuring Normani, Diplo and SiriusXM’s Sway Calloway; “Bathroom” featuring Bella Poarch and Brett Favre along with Diplo, Normani, and SiriusXM’s Sway Calloway, Storme Warren and the Morning Mashup crew from SiriusXM Hits 1. Learn more about the campaign and how you can listen to SiriusXM at home or on the go, no car required.

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. But one question most fans rarely ask is “How did you find it?” The range of content available has made how you discover new music more important than ever before, both for creators and for fans, which is why we’re constantly looking for new ways to foster the right discovery journey for listeners. Read our latest policy blog on the different ways to discover new content across Pandora, SiriusXM and Stitcher and how this unprecedented access to digital content has changed how fans engage with new music, artists, and podcasts.

SiriusXM and Marvel Entertainment have launched Marvel Podcasts Unlimited, a premium audio entertainment subscription for Marvel fans worldwide, available exclusively via the new free Marvel channel on Apple Podcasts. Marvel Podcasts Unlimited provides subscribers with early and exclusive access to a growing assortment of original, new scripted and unscripted podcast series from one of the world’s largest and most beloved entertainment brands, featuring fan-favorite characters such as Wolverine, Star-Lord, Hawkeye, Black Widow, and Doctor Doom. In 2019, Marvel and SiriusXM announced a multi-year agreement to create new original audio entertainment series for major podcast platforms including SiriusXM, Pandora, and Stitcher. Learn more and subscribe today!