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Daily Domains 4/7: What's iHeart Launching On Its New DC Translator

Posted: 07 Apr 2016 09:01 AM PDT
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iHeartMedia is preparing to launch its new Washington DC translator, while
Entercom is prepping an expansion of one of its Greenville-Spartanburg
stations.

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Futuri Acquires StreamON

Posted: 07 Apr 2016 08:53 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/blog/headli...ires-streamon/

Futuri Media has announced the acquisition of Edmonton based StreamOn
adding its streaming, podcasting, and social media products to their
platform. Futuri Media, the media industry leader in interactive
technology, has acquired Edmonton, Alberta-based StreamOn, which
specializes in serving the radio broadcasting industry with integrated
streaming, podcasting and social media technologies. StreamOns co-founder
and Chief Technology Officer Andrew Snook has assumed the new post of Vice
President, Streaming Systems at Futuri. StreamOns live streaming
capabilities include its easy-to-use Streaming Transmitter, which has
recently been redesigned in collaboration with Futuris engineering team.
The firms HTTP live streaming (HLS) continues to play through internet
slowdowns and offers consumers one-click tune-in with no app download
required. The service includes robust analytics and SoundExchange reporting
tools, as well as ad insertion integration options. The new Futuri
Streaming player is the industrys very first to offer a one-click listening
experience through the new MediaSource Extensions (MSE) technology. The
Futuri player works natively on all new browsers, and it can automatically
fall back to Flash on older computers. With the combination of MSE, HTTP
Live Streaming and HTML5 audio, Futuri is able to deliver reliable streams
across devices – both in the browser and in apps. StreamOns Share Audio
social tools enable audio to go viral right from a stations streaming
player. Consumers can grab on-air segments and share them with friends and
family, reaching new potential listeners. To bring StreamOns innovations
into the Futuri fold is a perfect match, said Daniel Anstandig, CEO, Futuri
Media. We are like-minded in providing state-of-the-industry tools to
broadcasters, and the StreamOn team has the vision to see where the puck is
headed in terms of streaming and social. We welcome the leadership of
Andrew Snook as our newest VP. Its a proud day as we add the Maple Leaf
alongside our American flag. Added Snook, This move combines two very smart
and creative teams that are dedicated to bringing broadcasters the
resources they need to compete and thrive. In the coming months, clients
can expect to see new features to help grow ratings and revenue. Were
thrilled to join forces with everyone in the Futuri family. About Futuri
Media Futuri Media (http://www.futurimedia.com) is a global leader in
innovative interactive broadcast technology. It develops SaaS-based social
and mobile audience engagement technology for broadcasters and publishers
including TopicPulse®, a real-time social media measurement system for
newsrooms and content producers; Listener Driven Radios LDR1â„¢ voting window
and Takeover® technologies; TopLine, the sales presentation service; and
Futuri Mobileâ„¢, which designs custom mobile features and apps for
broadcasters, offering more than 165 iPhone, Android and tablet apps.
Futuris 2015 acquisition of StreamOn brings next-generation audio
streaming, podcasting and social media sharing capabilities to
broadcasters. The companys platforms are in use at more than 1000 TV and
radio stations and networks in 18 countries, reaching more than 100 million
consumers monthly.

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Ryno Joins KKMJ Austin For Mornings

Posted: 07 Apr 2016 08:30 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/blog/headli...-for-mornings/

Entercom AC Majic 95.5 KKMJ Austin fills its vacant morning opening with
the hiring of Ryan Ryno Kliesch. Ryno will debut on Monday, April 11 and
most recently hosted mornings at Bonneville Country 98.5 KYGO Denver until
his exit late last year. He previously worked in Nashville at Country 97.9
WSIX and CHR 107.5 The River WRVW. Entercom Austin and Majic 95.5 (KKMJ-FM,
Austin, TX) announced today Ryan “Ryno� Kliesch has been named the new host
of mornings on Majic, weekdays from 5:30am-10:00am CST, and will make his
debut on Monday, April 11. Ryan will bring his experience as a seasoned
radio host and personality to re-energize mornings on Majic 95.5 with a
fun, fast-paced, adult contemporary music intensive show, featuring
entertainment and all you need to know to start your work day. “We are
truly excited to welcome Ryan to the Entercom Austin team,� said Nikki
Nite, VP of Programming Operations. “He will bring a fresh, contemporary
approach to mornings on Majic 95.5.� Ryan heads to Austin, Texas, the Live
Music Capital of the World, from Denver where he hosted mornings on Country
KYGO, winning the 2015 Colorado Association of Broadcasters Awards of
Excellence for Best Morning Show and Best Personality (“Ryno and Tracy�
morning show). Prior to that, Kliesch spent 10 years on Top 40 WRVW (107.5
The River) and Country WSIX (The Big 98) Nashville. “I couldnt be more
thrilled to be joining Entercom Austin and to be a part of this heritage
radio station,� said Kliesch. “Its great to finally get the opportunity to
work with Nikki Nite and be close to family. Wow, mornings on Magic
95.5what an honor and a blessing!�