RAIN: Radio And Internet Newsletter -- Vendor Guide




Daily news and commentary on the key issues involving radio and the Internet

Welcome to RAIN's "Vendor Guide Ver. 2.0" — our guide to products and services for broadcasters and

webcasters!

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RAIN's guide to products and services for broadcasters and webcasters

Categories:
Ad insertion
Audio processing
Automation systems
Banner ad management
Conferences
Consultants
Content providers
Custom music channels
Custom talk channels
Design firms
Domain name registrars
E-commerce partners
E-mail marketing
Full-service providers

Internet radio devices
Internet radio networks
Law firms
Loyalty programs
Music licensing organizations
Networks/Portals
NTR revenue opportunities
PR firms
Production elements
Promotion (artists & records)
Publications
Radio networks
Recruitment advertising
Rep firms
Reporting tools
Research and ratings

Sales consultants
Software
Spot sales
Streaming audio formats
Streaming audio software
Streaming providers (unicast)
Streaming providers (peer to peer)
Streaming quality metrics
Technology solutions
Trade associations
Voice talent
Webcasters
Website design and maintenance
Website hosting
Website features

Ad insertion TOP

	Hiwire Hiwire is the foremost developer of advertising solutions for terrestrial and Internet-only radio stations. Through its proprietary audio ad insertion network, Hiwire offers advertisers and broadcasters an online strategy that reaches consumers and generates revenue.
	iM Networks IM Networks' IM IT Targeted Ad Insertion Solution enables advertisers to reach Internet radio listeners beyond the PC. IM IT also enables Internet radio content providers to earn revenue from each new additional listener. Contact advertising@imnetworks.com
	Lightningcast Lightningcast provides industry-leading targeted streaming ad insertion technology. Lightningcast's sales rep arm uses our largest affiliate network to enhance affiliate revenue. Lightningcast supports Microsoft, Real, Live, On-Demand, Audio and Video, Netscape and Windows, download-free. Contact scott@lightningcast.com.
	RCS SplitStream Even targeted ad insertion can sound just like terrestrial radio with smooth segues, no delays, no clipping, and no buffering. RCS SplitStream is available with both RCS Internet products iSelector and RadioShow.
	SoniXtream (Broadcast Electronics, Inc.) Enter the world of Internet rich media broadcasting quickly and easily with SoniXtream's suite of enabling tools. Our web browser-based program management tools and robust delivery infrastructure allow you to harness the power of audio to offer an enhanced experience for your customers.
	Spotfarm Spotfarm's hosted ad insertion services offer an easy to implement turnkey solution for broadcasters who intend to generate revenue through advertising. By partnering with Spotfarm, Internet radio stations do not have to concern themselves with selling, tracking, and billing and can focus solely on quality content programming.

Audio processing TOP

	eSTREAM (Broadcast Electronics, Inc.) eSTREAM processes your station’s audio so you stream “On air audio quality on the net!” through your favorite streaming media server. Your cyber audience will experience the powerful new dimension in Internet streamed audio allowing you to increase revenue by building your station’s cyber audience.
	SRSWOWcast SRSWOWcast Technologies markets hardware and software products incorporating patented and award-winning SRS audio enhancement technology. SRS technology makes any type of compressed audio sound better and allows content providers to save money. Ask us how!

Automation systems TOP

	AudioVAULT (Broadcast Electronics, Inc.) AudioVAULT® is the world’s leading digital audio storage and studio system. Using the industry’s most technically advanced set of hardware and software, AudioVAULT is configurable for virtually any kind of format, including live assist, satellite, or complete automation.
	Backbone Radio Easy to use automated live Internet radio station production and streaming software. QuickTime based, available from low cost "Basic" to scalable "Pro." Includes full DMCA logging & reporting.
	RCS Master Control with Internet Voice Tracking The World's only Selector-smart on air automation system featuring our patented "Internet Voice Tracking"(do your show from home), the "Living Log", Hot Keys®, and the award-winning Log-Linked Web Browser (any log item can be linked to individual sites).

Banner ad management TOP

AdNext
Advertising and revenue management software for your Web site. This specialized software suite puts the power in your hands to manage all aspects of advertising and local market revenue generation. AdNext tools can work for you regardless of your hosting partner and whether or not your site has banner ads.

Conferences TOP

	NAB Radio Show The largest show focused exclusively on Radio delivers the expertise you rely on combined with the technology you can’t afford to miss. This year Seattle creates the perfect backdrop to host the cutting-edge trends and career-building strategies that are part of The Power of Radio. (September 12-14, 2002; Seattle, WA)
	NAB European Radio Conference Join hundreds of broadcasters and industry professionals in Prague for three days of vision-forming experiences. For 10 years the NAB European Radio Conference has brought broadcasters together to exchange ideas, introduce new concepts and network with business partners. (October 20-22, Prague Hilton.)
	Plug.IN In its 7th year, Plug.IN thrives longer than most music careers. Every summer since 1996 the music industry has converged on New York City for the discussions, data and debate that characterize Plug.IN. Why? Because digital distribution changes every link in the value chain. The mic is live. The amps are hot. Get ready to sound off. Plug.IN: The Future of Music

Consultants TOP

	BRS Media BRS Media Inc. assists radio in building and branding on the of the Net. Online divisions include dotFM, dotAM, & dotzCD domain registrar of .FM, .AM, & .CD (TLD) domains. WEBCASTi AM/FM, providing the best webcasting solution and My Radio.FM, a .FM Radio Station" service, and the ever-popular Web-Radio portal.
	First MediaWorks We are the broadcast industry's dominant provider of Internet marketing products, training and consulting serving more than 1500 stations on five continents. We help radio stations meet ratings and revenue goals.
	Hanson Consulting Whatever issues you're facing regarding radio and the Internet, RAIN publisher Kurt Hanson can add an extra ear and a fresh perspective! ("Works well with all major consultants.") Free two-hour seminar for your staff and/or your clients on the long-term future of Internet radio with your initial consulting visit.
	SABO media Sabo Media assists top media management in building compelling content. For radio stations, we work with General Managers and Program Directors to make better shows and win larger audiences. For publishers, such as The Wall Street Journal, PARADE magazine and National Geographic we get their original stories showcased in other media. Websites are brought alive by Sabo media's "sticky" content. Family attractions build bigger crowds with our fresh marketing plans. Sabo Media gives your product and marketing team a new, fresh, always pragmatic arsenal of custom ideas. Bottom line: The bottom line improves. Sabo Media saves you time and money.

Content providers TOP

	FMiTV FMiTV is the leading syndicator of broadband entertainment content on the Internet today. We provide your site with interviews of the biggest stars in Hollywood, movie trailers, music videos, fashion shows, extreme sports and engaging promotions branded as your own. FMiTV can give you an instant "broadband in a box" entertainment solution, requiring no technical expertise or time on your part!
	LMiV Created by broadcasters for broadcasters, LMiV is an independent media company providing on-line programming to help local radio stations build relationships, ratings and revenue via the Internet. Contact Terri Simpson at LMiV for the content package that works best for your station's website (terri.simpson@lmiv.com; 317-679-4395) .
	MJI Interactive MJI Interactive offers RockNews.com, RockDaily.com, ClassicRockDaily.com, CountryNow.com, StarSpash.com, Hitpage.com, and SiteFuel Oldies. Each updated daily with news and features precisely targeted. Variety of branding and customization options. Market-exclusive barter services.
	RadioWebStuff Interested in a complete turnkey Internet solution for radio? Features include a simple, powerful platform that requires no HTML, along with outstanding content that includes music news, music features, games, movie reviews, side channels plus streaming audio and video content. Call (661) 253-9750.
	XACT Media XACT Media provides Branded Custom Internet Radio, Multimedia CD-ROMs, Instant Wireless Messaging and related revenue programs to radio stations, consumer brands and record labels/artists. Over 40 affiliates are using XACT Media services. Please call David Juris at 303-302-9410.

Custom music channels TOP

	The Iceberg Iceberg Media.com's corporate radio channels provide a total broadcast solution featuring: Customized streamed audio, Creative and Strategic Consultation, Creative media player design, promotions, Ad insertion and more. Put your Web site and the power of music together, and your brand comes alive.
	Moontaxi Moontaxi provides programmed and on-demand licensed music, cleared for use on the Internet. We create custom web-only music channels that can be used to highlight certain programming segments or broaden the appeal of a radio station, as well as turnkey private label on-demand music services that can be monetized either through advertising or user fees.
	RCS iSelector Fully branded player, both visual and audio. Listeners create customized streams of your station's music, and can play artists MORE or LESS or BAN them based on their preferences. Visualizations of album art and links to your station's or any music warehouse.
	XACT Media XACT Media provides Branded Custom Internet Radio, Multimedia CD-ROMs, Instant Wireless Messaging and related revenue programs to radio stations, consumer brands and record labels/artists. Over 40 affiliates are using XACT Media services. Please call David Juris at 303-302-9410.

Custom talk channels TOP

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Design firms TOP

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Domain name registrars TOP

Dot FM
dotFM registers domain names that end in .fm. dotFM is THE Premium Multimedia Domain Name for today's Interactive Web. Get a Great Sounding Web Address @ www.dot.fm

E-commerce partners TOP

	MediaSpan MediaSpan provides broadcasters with fully-integrated on-air/online solutions that increase value to listeners and advertisers. Our e-commerce product offerings include our loyal listener RadioPoints program, nTunes Music & Video Stores, Event and Charity Auction programs and online marketplace and classifieds.
	Susquehanna Technologies The SusQtech back office suite empowers "radio people" to create business benefit for your organization. Our solutions focus on listener loyalty, contesting/promotion tools, permission marketing, demographic reporting, and content management. If cash flow is as important as cool stuff, please contact us to to learn how we can help your radio business prosper.

E-mail marketing TOP

	Dat-e-Base (Presslaff Interactive Revenue) Experienced, hands-on marketing expertise and easy to use product combine to help you build relationships and revenue with your e-mail marketing efforts. D-e-B is recognized for its sophistication; PIR for its impeccable customer service. Cash/Barter. E-mail ruth@presslaff.com for more information.
	E-Mail Director Ease of use, immediate access to listener data and messaging tools make EMD Radio’s #1 Choice. Rich media authoring is radically simplified. NTR powerhouse for stations of any size. Barter service.
	FMW eListenerSuite eListenerSuite™ gives you the tactical advantage you need to ensure you've effectively reinforced your brand and the perception of extensive time spent listening.
	RadioWebStuff Successful one-to-one interaction is not based on technology; it is based on providing outstanding content and value to listeners and clients. Our extensive background in radio programming, marketing, sales and promotion can help build the permission/trust paradigm, reinforce your brand and generate revenue.

Full-service providers TOP

LMiV
Created by broadcasters for broadcasters, LMiV is an independent media company providing on-line programming to help local radio stations build relationships, ratings and revenue via the Internet. Contact Terri Simpson at LMiV for the content package that works best for your station's website (terri.simpson@lmiv.com; 317-679-4395) .

Radio Web Network
Radio Web Network consults, develops, manages, and sells radio station websites. Using a sales system that has been 100% effective in every market they serve, Radio Web Network guarantees revenue generation for its affiliates while supplying them with advanced online technologies for increased ratings and revenues. Technologies and events are also available on a 'needle drop' basis. Contact Rich Carr at rcarr@radiowebnetwork.com or 1-503-612-9925.

Internet radio devices TOP

IM Networks
IM Networks' proven client, service, and content infrastructure enables you to quickly add reliable, high-quality, broadband Internet tuning to your product lines. Current licensees include Philips, Panasonic and Creative Labs. Contact sales@imnetworks.com

Internet radio networks TOP

CPR Internetwork
Christian Pirate Radio (CPR), the #1 Internet-only Christian music station (www.mycpr.com) has launched the CPR Internetwork! Without any upfront investment, CPR Internetwork subscriber stations have their own personalized seven-channel Christian web music station as a value-added to advertisers and an added attraction to listeners. For more information, contact Kenny Dowe at RadioMayday@aol.com or call 972-293-4420.

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Law firms TOP

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Loyalty programs TOP

	Fairwest Direct Loyalty Marketing is a weapon not to be played with. Working with such legends as; Tracy Johnson, Greg Strassell, Steve Kingston, Bev Tilden, Jimmy deCastro, Jeff McClusky, John Ivey, Sammy Simpson, Dave Charles and dozens of other programming guru's, we bring a well tested, full service level of experience not found anywhere else!
	FMW eListenerSuite Great radio stations understand that their website is a doorway through which they can reach out to their most important listener who is already highly engaged with the station — the P1 listener contributing the most Time Spent Listening.
	MediaSpan RadioPoints RadioPoints is an integrated on-air/online program that generates real value for your local advertisers, listeners and the station. We provide you with the tools, training and station control to maximize your sales packages, drive new spot revenue, increase TSL, and incorporate RadioPoints into your promotions, remotes and on-air activities.
	StickyFish StickyFish has redefined loyalty marketing by offering the industry's most complete service at an affordable price. And with StickyFish, NTR comes from being part of a national network of individual reward sites, not by making your local sales team jump through hoops. Clients include Clear Channel, Infinity, Entercom stations and others.
	Susquehanna Technologies The SusQtech back office suite empowers "radio people" to create business benefit for your organization. Our solutions focus on listener loyalty, contesting/promotion tools, permission marketing, demographic reporting, and content management. If cash flow is as important as cool stuff, please contact us to to learn how we can help your radio business prosper.

Music licensing organizations TOP

BMI
BMI is an American performing rights organization that represents approximately 300,000 songwriters, composers and music publishers in all genres of music. BMI's roster of affiliated songwriters and composers is unsurpassed and includes outstanding creators in every style of musical composition.

Networks/Portals TOP

	IM Networks The IM Band is the only reliable, cross-vendor, one-stop solution to profitably reach consumers beyond the PC on a range of consumer electronics devices. Contact bestofplanet@imnetworks.com
	Live365 Listening and advertising solutions presented by the world’s largest network of independently-produced audio content —from talk, comedy and news to every genre of music, ever!

NTR revenue opportunities TOP

	FMW RevenueSuite RevenueSuite is a family of easy-to-use turnkey products and services that can be attached to any website, anywhere, regardless of where it is hosted. Products designed to deliver significant new sources of non-spot revenue
	MediaSpan MediaSpan provides broadcasters with fully-integrated on-air/online solutions that increase value to listeners and advertisers. Our NTR product offerings include our loyal listener RadioPoints program, revenue generating turn-key promotions, Event and Charity Auction programs and contest technology, such as our Fan Frenzy college basketball tournament promotion.
	Occupation Station™ Occupation Station™ is a powerful alternative revenue source for radio. Our proven turnkey employment centers allow any station in any market to compete with the newspaper for local employment classified dollars.
	XACT Media XACT Media provides Branded Custom Internet Radio, Multimedia CD-ROMs, Instant Wireless Messaging and related revenue programs to radio stations, consumer brands and record labels/artists. Over 40 affiliates are using XACT Media services. Please call David Juris at 303-302-9410.

PR firms TOP

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Production elements TOP

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Promotion (artists & records) TOP

	Net Music Promotions Net Music Promotions works with major and independent record labels, managers, music publishers and artists to promote their music online. Net Music Promotions' online marketing specialty is promotion to online streamers and marketing/promotion/ positioning with all major consumer music sites.
	RadioWebStuff We have developed an extensive eDistribution system targeted specifically to the radio industry. We can help you reach radio decision makers with rich media campaigns that showcase your artist. And we can create and distribute content offerings that are uniquely designed to reach music consumers via radio websites.

Publications TOP

RAIN: Radio And Internet Newsletter
"RAIN: Radio And Internet Newsletter" is a web-based publication dedicated to helping you keep up-to-date on the latest issues involving radio and its relationship to the Internet. (If you're a vendor, our "Full-site Sponsorship" is the best way to reach the decision-makers in the radio and Internet radio fields!)

Radio networks TOP

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Recruitment advertising TOP

Occupation Station™
Occupation Station™ is a powerful alternative revenue source for radio. Our proven turnkey employment centers allow any station in any market to compete with the newspaper for local employment classified dollars.

Rep firms TOP

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Reporting tools TOP

	Backbone Radio Easy to use automated live Internet radio station production and streaming software. QuickTime based, available from low cost "Basic" to scalable "Pro." Includes full DMCA logging & reporting.
	RCS Sound Software Selector® and Linker® provide numerous additional information fields in each data record, such as ISRC number, and also provide report generators for all major copyright authorities and rights collection agencies worldwide.

Research and ratings TOP

	Arbitron With more than 50 years experience conducting media research, Arbitron Webcast Services provides regular industry studies and webcast measurement services to help this new medium solidity its position as a powerful new advertising channel. All of Arbitrons' studies can downloaded for free from the company's web site.
	MeasureCast MeasureCast, Inc. is the first company to provide Internet broadcasters, advertisers and media buyers with next-day reports on streaming audience size and demographics — information critical to evaluating and placing streaming media advertising.
	The Media Audit The Media Audit provides website audience ratings for local radio stations, television stations, daily newspapers, alternative newsweeklies and city guides in 85 US markets. These web measurements cover past 30 day, past week and yesterday visits and are currently being used by more than 200 local online clients.
	TroyResearch TroyResearch provides custom research approaches for entertainment and media industry companies, including Internet-based music, perceptual and focus group research for radio stations.

Sales consulting TOP

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Software TOP

STRATA Marketing, Inc.
STRATA develops premier software for the media industry. Do you want a faster, more powerful way to present your station’s reach to potential advertisers? Would you like your software to combine ratings analysis with word processing, desktop publishing and graphic capabilities? It’s all here in STRATA Radio! STRATA Radio is designed specifically to help radio stations promote their advantage over other media!

Spot sales TOP

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Streaming audio formats TOP

	RealNetworks RealNetworks, Inc. is the global leader in Internet media delivery. It develops and markets software products and services designed to enable users of personal computers and other consumer electronic devices to send and receive audio, video and other multimedia services using the Web.
	Windows Media Microsoft® Windows Media™ is the platform of choice for broadcasters delivering live or on-demand audio and video over the Internet. Over 3,000 radio and television broadcast stations currently use Windows Media for its high quality audio and video and integrated digital rights management.

Streaming audio software TOP

	Abacast "Profitable Internet Radio" is no longer a contradiction in terms. Abacast turns streaming economics right-side-up! Streaming service providers using Abacast software can deliver CD-quality sound for less than 1c per listener hour.
	Backbone Radio Easy to use automated live Internet radio station production and streaming software. QuickTime based, available from low cost "Basic" to scalable "Pro." Includes full DMCA logging & reporting.

Streaming providers (unicast) TOP

	C1N C1N is a true Content Delivery Network (CDN), with edge cache delivery and superior network peering. C1N’s infrastructure is highly scalable, and can handle thousands of stations with millions of simultaneous streams with guaranteed bandwidth and quality of service. C1N’s rate structure is very competitive and 24x7x365 customer service is our top priority.
	Eonstreams Eonstreams has been providing streaming services for radio stations for several years. What you should expect from your streaming company is high quality at a competitive price. That is what you will have when you choose us to host your streams. Give us a call today toll free at (866) 236-6366 or (865) 524-6209
	Live365 Streaming solutions at competitive prices. Radio stations, groups, organizations and individuals comprise the world's largest network of independently-produced audio content — over 45,000 stations and counting!
	Moontaxi Moontaxi provides Windows Media streaming in all bit rates in either Unicast or Multicast formats. Hosting packages start at less than $200 per month and include full metrics reporting and a station branded player. Moontaxi provides the fastest, most direct network connection directly to the major Internet backbones and presently streams over 100 stations. Customers include Universal Music, EMI Music, Corus Entertainment and JazzFM.
	SoniXtream (Broadcast Electronics, Inc.) Enter the world of Internet rich media broadcasting quickly and easily with SoniXtream's suite of enabling tools. Our web browser-based program management tools and robust delivery infrastructure allow you to harness the power of audio to offer an enhanced experience for your customers.
	StreamGuys Currently serving over 300 Internet stations broadcasting to more than 8000 users simultaneously worldwide and growing!. Find out why broadcasters are using StreamGuys ("The switch to StreamGuys will save WXPN $150,000 in the next 12 months").
	StreamingHand StreamingHand is service provider that distributes content across the Internet in a radically cost-effective manner. Content providers purchase the bandwidth they need, when they need it, at a cost that makes sense for their business model.
	SurferNetwork Our unique business model allows you to distribute on-air programming via the Internet and aggregate the embedded ad inventory to deliver a synchronized audio/ visual ad package that generates shared revenue.
	WarpRadio A pioneer in Streaming Radio since 1999, WarpRadio is the number one rated network for 2001 (MeasureCast). Using server-side ad-insertion, we offer our stations a generous revenue-sharing model. Founded and staffed by broadcasters, we offer 24/7 technical support, full audience statistics, and partnerships with Microsoft and Windowsmedia.com, to provide additional exposure for your broadcast.