How To Add Your Radio Station To Streema

Streaming platforms come in many shapes and sizes. One of the best we’ve found is Streema: a streaming platform were music lovers can listen to their favourite radio station. Streema has also introduced a mobile app called Simple Radio that collects digital stations from around the world, based on genre or location. Broadcast radio is alive and well – the difference is that, compared to the FM giants of yester year, the term ‘broadcast’ has shifted. To make up for the turn of a radio dial, we have to find several, savvy ways to make our online radio station discoverable and this includes listing your station on Streema.

Jumping on-board, Streema will give your programming a lot of exposure. So, here’s how to add your radio station to Streema in five simple stages.

 

Step 1 – Ensure your song information is updated on Streema

Before approaching Streema, we suggest taking a look at the details of your playlist: the names of artists, songs and albums for every track. Many listeners like having this information in front of them. Streema users sometimes report confusion as to why they can’t see the song info, and you might as well give them the best experience.

With SAM Broadcaster, you are able to add your track details manually within your station library. Do a quick double check, though, to see that the track info is 100% present and accounted for.

 

Step 2 – Make a request

The actual process of uploading to Streema isn’t that clear on Streema’s homepage, so you have to make a detour to their Help Centre (help.streema.com). There, select ‘Add a Radio Station to Streema’, and click on the  ‘Request a Radio’ link.

You will then be taken to a page that will request that you check that the name of your radio station is not already listed in Streema’s current directory. If you are sure that your station is not already registered with Streema, press on continue.

 

Step 3 –Confirm the core station details

 

When you press continue, you will now be taken to a request form. This is where you must outline the name of your station, the language you’re broadcasting in, and what genres you’re associating with. The latter section can also relate to a theme, such as Brazilian, Travel/Tourism or Sports. Up to four can be selected.

At least one streaming URL has to be given; there are options for two additional streams if you have multiple channels or web platforms. The ‘type’ of broadcast is also important, relating to digital streams and/or traditional broadcast methods i.e. Web vs. FM.

Step 4 –Add your personal info & additional bits

 

Within the same form, Streema will ask for your name and email address. This will enable Streema to contact you through via messages if you need to be aware of anything. The form also wants to confirm whether you are directly affiliated with the station – producer, radio DJ, presenter etc. – or acting on behalf of someone else (perhaps, say, in an advertising capacity).

We’re at the end of the list now, and all that’s left is to add the final contextual aspects of your station. Upload your logo from a JPEG, PNG or GIF file, as well as any slogans and descriptions you want to affiliate with the Streema player when it goes live.

The Spacial team are a big advocate of social media integration to help boost your exposure even further. Streema has two inputs for Twitter and Facebook addresses, so you can add your social links. Any other comments can be written in the final section of the form, such as a warning for risqué content or days when the station may be taken off-air periodically.

Step 5 – Submit the Station

Once you have entered and verified you details, you can proceed and click submit on the form.  Your details will be submitted to Streema and you will get a confirmation message that says  “Thank you for requesting, we’ll be in touch soon.” It takes 3-5 days for your radio station to get listed on Streema.

And that, in a nutshell, is how to add your radio station to Streema, a platform that (in more than one sense) gives you  access to your favorite internet radio stations.

If you still don’t have a radio station of your own, of course SAM Broadcaster Cloud is still your best tool for that purpose. It is a simple, free way to throw your voice out to the world. Tell us about your Streema journey as the station makes its mark…

Source Link:- https://spacial.com/add-radio-station-streema/

SAM Software Products – New Feature Alert!

We are pleased to announce that we have added new features to SAM Broadcaster Pro and Studio, SAM Cast Pro and Studio and SAM DJ. The added features were requested by you our customers and we have listened. The new features are explained below:

SAM Broadcaster Pro/Studio & SAM Cast Pro/Studio 2017.9

If you are using SAM Broadcaster Pro or Studio & SAM Cast Pro or Studio, you can now label your encoders for easy identification. To do this:

• Right-click the encoder
• Select “Change Label” 
• Add an appropriate descriptive label                                                                                                                                                                              
  

SAM DJ 2017.9

If you are a user of SAM DJ, you are now able to record your DJ sets in Ogg Vorbis format. To do this:

• Click Player

• Then Recording to access the settings or to start and stop recording

The updated features are only available to customers with a current subscription. If you are using an older version of SAM Broadcaster, SAM DJ or SAM Cast and would like to take advantage of these great new features, raise a support request at http://support.spacial.com and we will be able to assist you.

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Background Music For Radio Broadcasting

Mood is a tricky thing to define. At least, that’s how it seems at first when starting your own radio station: there’s no obvious anchor for your show beyond the songs you like, people you speak to, or thrust of a scripted narrative.

That’s why background music for radio broadcasting is essential. It’s a low, bubbling balm for the ‘between’ spaces of your show, pasting over silences and tying your theme together.

However, we urge you not to overdo it… Intrusive, misjudged or too-loud background audio is terrible to endure, from a listener’s standpoint. Read on for our advice concerning this (hopefully subtle) radio ingredient.

Avoid Huge Dips/Rises in Volume When Playing Background Music

We’re guessing you’re familiar with commercial radio – the top three or four big stations in your country, each of which is a non-stop, 24-hour talk-fest spliced with some of the most popular music in existence.

But have you ever noticed that some DJs burst in, almost shouting, over a favorite audio clip? Isn’t it jarring? The background music will sink down to a low volume while a voice starts to blare. Then, as the radio DJ pauses from one line to another, it crashes back to the forefront of the mix, seemingly bent on distracting you.

Instead, we recommend periods of loud or quiet music – not a theme that cranks up the volume whenever someone takes a seconds-long break from the mic. In this respect, take a page from the book of podcasting, and have a louder theme for the intro of each segment before dialling it down, to a consistent level, as you’re talking.

Background Music – Choose a Relevant ‘Genre’

Obviously, Spacial would like to discourage from – for instance – the clichéd twangs of a bluegrass instrument between your country music sets, or an over dramatized accompaniment for news reports. Yet background music for radio broadcasting has to mirror your concept in some way. Fail to do this, and it’ll seem conspicuous, like a sore thumb.

A pop station, as one example, might strip a Top 40 song down to its bass and rhythmic elements, for a new spin on something the audience knows. A comedy show, on the other hand, can be suited to novelty sounds or upbeat tracks that establish a jovial atmosphere. True-crime stories might have a mournful piano sequence underneath them, highlighting their sense of tragedy, mystery and pain.

These selections boil down to how well you grasp the station’s key sound, regardless of whether you make your own audio or pillage an official song. Oh, and bypass anything with lyrics – it’s an unnecessary distraction.

Don’t be Afraid of Temporary Silence

There’s been much talk on the ADHD qualities of Millennial entertainment i.e. that media can’t help but try to stimulate us, at every second of the day, lest we move onto something else. But those who adore internet radio tend to realize that silence isn’t the enemy. In fact, when deployed at specific moments, it can really underscore what you’re trying to get across, making a statement that much more impactful.

So it’s useful to (occasionally) rein in the background music for radio broadcasts, once you’ve hit an excellent pattern. Vary the times you use it: cutting it out entirely for interviews, perhaps, or hitting ‘mute’ when you have an important subject to discuss.

Start your own internet radio station today with Spacial, and our SAM Broadcast Cloud software. It’s a smart, convenient tool that’ll prove indispensable as you build a listenership. Take and treasure what we’ve told you about background music for radio broadcasting, as the character of your show asserts itself…

Source Link - https://spacial.com/art-background-music-radio-broadcasting/

How To Be A DJ: 5 Steps To Getting Started

Ever wondered how to be a Dj? DJing is a welcome skill – a trait that people from all walks of life appreciate and admire. It’s easy to see why, of course. Record mixing is the formative talent for a club, party or personal gathering to take off like it’s meant to.

Yet many of us don’t get past that initial fascination. Learning how to be a DJ, in many respects, seems like a faraway feat. It doesn’t have to be, though. With some creative foresight, it’s possible to throw yourself ‘in the mix’ .And that’s exactly what we’re going to give you, right here, as all the essential questions are answered.

Step 1 – Assess the type of DJ you want to be

 

Before you buy any equipment, consider what sorts of DJs there are, and which mould you might fit into. Mixing artists need their own provisions relative to the crowd, sound and performance format they’re best suited to.

A vinyl-lover, for instance, will have to fork out for physical records and own a turn table to sync them. Internet radio DJs, however, can do the lion’s share of their activity with a console and processing unit. A portable setup is essential if you want to take your skills on the road, but this will probably be confirmed or denied as the real shape of your hobby evolves.

 

For starters, clarify whether you’re in need of old-school, manual DJ tools with a ‘live’ aspect, or an intelligent software programme that’ll make your tracks sound great for broadcast.

Step 2 – Ready your equipment and music library

 

After Stage 1, you’ll have a blueprint for what to buy. Desk-bound DJing, such as that for a podcast or radio show, will mainly rely on a digital interface that pulls in songs from your computer library. For a professional, studio-quality arrangement, make sure you invest in a controller – this is the machine that’ll dictate volume, looping, pitch changes and EQ (Equaliser) effects. If you’re moving towards a performative aspect for a crowd, then shop around for lights and speakers too.

Now might also be a pertinent time to work on your musical style. Most of us know what tunes we like, yet the reality of DJing for an audience – big or small – means that any genre (funk, house, rock etc.) needs room to breathe.

By this, we’re referring to how songs relate to one another in sequence. A typical nightclub set, for example, often contains manic, fast-paced peaks sandwiched between slower moments where the energy builds once more. Try building a sequence to test how it ‘feels’.When we ask how to be a DJ, one answer could be “Sticking to a musical style, and knowing where tracks share a common mood.”

Step 3 – Test out some basic techniques

 

With the equipment ready to go, you should move onto learning what DJing can really be – the methods, tricks and acquired wisdom that make it a thrill to explore.

There’s beat-matching, for instance: the art of syncing two tracks together for a seamless transition. This is a sore spot amongst some DJs who believe that manual switches – whereby you align the BPM (Beats Per Minute) yourself – are a worthwhile marker of talent. Don’t be pressured into beat-matching for the sake of it, though. It’ll leave room for more spontaneity, but it’s not essential.

However, you may want to learn these skills as early as you can, refining your ear’s rhythmic acuity. Other skills include manipulation of EQ grades: they can have up to four specifications, each of which accentuate the treble/bass/mid-range of your audio. In essence, you use EQ to pick up or suppress high or low frequencies, changing the sounds you’re facilitating.

There’s a deep bag of tricks to become familiar with, such as scratching, echo and stutter effects. Record some sets and play them back to yourself, gauging what works at a given moment.

Step 4 – Start promoting yourself

 

The best way to get feedback is to bring your DJ hobby out of the bedroom and see what an audience makes of it. Sites like Mixcloud and YouTube are invaluable for up-and-comers who want to stir excitement around what they’re doing. Create a social page, and link off to your DJ channel for a smooth, sensible link to any tracks you’ve polished up.

By recording and publishing mixes, you’ll soon get an idea of how well they’re hitting the mark with a listenership. Radio DJs can track live feedback through some of the more advanced software available, like the sort Spacial provide, whereas the comments/hit stats on a SoundCloud mix may cast light on the impact you’re having. Other social tools (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram; even a personalised Tumblr account) can all aid your bid to gain recognition as a record spinner. If people like it, they’ll share it.

Step 5 – Keep improving

 

A true mix-master doesn’t slump at the limits of something they could do better. As the gigs, streams or broadcasts pile up, squirrel yourself away on occasion to practice new sounds and pairing opportunities, developing your own unique style in the process.

The context of a set – decided by the venue, theme, time of day, or crowd demographic – invariably throws up new challenges. As the months and years chug by, your impulses for creative mixing will develop: many DJs have two or three records in reserve (90, say, for an hour and a half set, in which only 30 of those will actually be played). If the mood is changing, you’ll learn how to flit between tracks, keeping a spontaneous edge to your craft.

And with that, the final gear is turned – just like those precious decks – for how to be a DJ. Buy our SAM Software and start djying!

Source Link - https://spacial.com/dj-5-steps-getting-started/

Get Free Internet Radio Software and Stream Live!

The internet radio has provided us current news, endless music, interviews, and many entertaining talk show to enjoy easily. The efficacy of the internet radio in giving quality entertainment cannot be downgraded as they bring continuous live broadcasts on multitudes of the online radio station at your convenience. These radio stations can be easily accessed by users in various online radio software websites so they can enjoy unlimited radio software streaming right on their computers. With the introduction of new software nowadays you can broadcast your own internet radio station for free. 

Free Internet  Radio Software

 With the innovative technology, the world of internet radio has touched new heights. Even the education sector can take benefits of this amazing service. Schools can broadcast their own radio channel by getting the best suitable package online. This can help the schools to share any information easily with the target audience. Moreover, sites like SPACIAL provide free internet radio software that can help you create your own radio channel. This feature is also available for the Non-Profit Organizations, as they can spread their good words among the audience.

Finally, the versatility and user-friendliness of the internet radio have flabbergasted the users. With a plethora of amazing features, it has created a sensation in the field of entertainment. Thus, people feel good in listening to live broadcasts and enjoying their rejuvenating music all in one easy set-up. So, explore the internet and get the software that can help you create and broadcast your own internet radio station free and stream live.

Mobile App For Your Internet Radio Station

So you’ve got your station live and kicking but now you’re wondering if you should be launching a mobile app? Our answer – you definitely should!

Nobex Partners is the complete digital solution for radio stations and pod casters. We make it easy for you to create your own custom, feature-rich mobile app and provide the most powerful Dashboard to help you engage and grow your listenership.

 

Your branded, state-of-the-art application

Within a few days, you can have your own, branded application published in the application stores. No more sending your listeners to find you in other applications (together with many others). You control the content, the dialog, your brand. And it’s not just about your live stream – it’s also for your on demand content, YouTube channel, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram – anything you have to share with your audience.

Mobile is just the start

Mobile is not just a new distribution channel. It’s an eye opener. The application keeps reporting usage and events to the server. Your listener tuned in – you know when and where. She switched off – you know what song was playing then. She increased the volume – that’s an interesting engagement signal. We take all this data, and provide you with actionable insights. And all this – without requiring the user to do anything other than listening to you.

Mobile allows you to proactively get them back

Mobile is not just a new distribution channel. It’s an eye opener. It’s no longer only broadcast with no control over who tunes in. You can push them reminder messages a few minutes before their favorite show starts. You can push them a link to a special item you think they will be interested in. We will automatically push them a message when a song that they liked is playing again on your station. You can push a message to all your listeners at any time, or schedule it to go out at a given time. You can proactively get them back.

Mobile allows you to start a dialog

With built-in tools like song request form, sweepstakes, birthday wishes and many others, that feed directly to your back-end portal account, you can engage with your listeners and start a conversation.

Mobile creates new revenue streams

Your stream carried ads, that we know. But your mobile app includes visual ads that pay $6-10 CPM, native ads within the lists in the application, and a unique, hyper-local ad system that allows you to sell highly engaging, targeted, measured and geo-fenced local ads.

So now that you’re all excited about building your custom mobile app – let’s get started!

Sign up with Nobex Partners today!

Nobex Partners has launched over six thousand apps for stations and podcasts in over 100 countries, with over 26 million users. Read about why we believe Digital is so powerful for broadcasters and what motivates our product development here.

Additional Resources

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 https://intercom.help/nobex-partners/getting-started

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Radio Headphones for Your Internet Radio Station

Why Radio Headphones are Indispensable Radio Equipment.
 

 

Radio headphones are an essential radio equipment for your internet radio station. You now have everything ready for your radio station, mic, streaming space, broadcasting software etc. What’s next? A pair of radio headphones, clamped over a DJ’s head, are such a staple piece of radio equipment that we might forget about them. Running your own station? Then you’ll absolutely need quality radio headphones, for all the reasons we’re about to delve into.

Because, as you’ll find, it’s imperative to have good radio equipment. Not only do radio headphones limit distractions and help you focus on the show; they also present the true character of whatever you’re broadcasting.

Types of Headphones

 

There is no one size fits all when it comes to headphones. They are however, four common types of headphones which are as follows:

Ear bud headphones – they are small, portable and cheap but are not usually a number one choice for broadcasters. They don’t block out noise completely and are not adjustable hence the fitting is poor.

In-ear headphones – These are light weight and are a popular choice amongst music listeners. These are more sound proof compared to ear buds as they are plucked into the ear. If you are a broadcaster who uses your headphones for most of the day, this type of radio headphones might not be the best option for you as they can become uncomfortable and can affect your ears.

On-ear headphones – This is the type of headphone that sits over your ear, covering your ears. They are very light but do not provide a proper blockage from noise.

 

Over the ear headphones – the headphones cover the ear completely, blocking out noise. They are more comfortable to wear over longer periods of time, and may be more preferable for broadcasters as the ear pad does not sit directly on the ear. The sound quality is great and don’t require an amplifier for great sound quality. Out of the more traditional DJ headphones there are two different types, Closed Back and Open Back headphones. Closed back are more common and block out more surrounding noise by enclosing the driver (the speaker) in a shell. The Open Back will allow ambient noise in to give an almost softer audio experience. This type of headphone is also less likely to cause the wearer to shout when speaking. Open back are more popular with radio DJs and closed backs are more popular for music studio work, mixing and mastering. At the end of the day, it is down to personal choice. Your headphones should suit your head and your musical tastes.

Factors to Consider When Getting Head Phones

 

For radio broadcasters, the fact that you are on air most of the times means you need a pair of radio headphones that are comfortable. Comfortability is a detail we take for granted, but swiftly question once we’re in the radio DJ booth for hours on end. Bad radio headphones will chafe your ears and press heavily on your skull. You should therefore always check if the radio headphones are adjustable and cushioned.

The sound quality should also be good, with clear sound and good balance of treble and bass a plus. And this is where radio headphones traits are crucial – it should pair exceptionally with the type of audio you’re making.

How can you ever know what the show really sounds like, if your radio equipment can’t process its subtlest elements, or the more extreme verges in pitch? Experiencing your show like a listener would – albeit with the perfect audio filtration – will expose any production weaknesses. Once you know what they are, you can fix them.

Another factor that is becoming popular is whether the headphones are wired or wireless. Wireless headphones give you a better chance to move around when broadcasting, especially if you are a multi tasker. If you prefer the flexibility that wireless headphones give you then don’t forget to keep them charged. Portability is also a point to consider if you are a DJ who is not based in one location. For bulkier headphones, fold up designs are now available to cater for this.

Furthermore, you could have a production team at the mixing desk, manning the pressures of live radio. At big, traditional stations, these people whisper advice or suggestions into the DJ’s earpiece, helping them control the programme as it stays on-air. Internet radio streaming usually takes a while to gain a rough equivalent of those resources, but if you have them, then decent radio headphones are a must – they are your conduit to a safety net during broadcast, as well as an effective noise canceler for other distractions.

Getting Your Head in the DJing Game

Of course, fabulous radio headphones don’t just pack the required audio punch… They’re designed with other practicalities in mind too. When you actually look into modern radio equipment, it’s amazing how distinct each piece can be, all while saving serious blows to your bank account. Do your own research when purchasing your internet radio essentials; we promise it won’t feel like a wasted investment! Although these guidelines will help, ultimately, it’s important to find headphones that work for you. After all, your streaming experience (backed by SAM Broadcaster Cloud, the premium radio software package) deserves to realise its full potential.

Buy SAM Broadcaster, if you haven’t already, to reflect the importance of your next set of headphones.

Source Page:-  https://spacial.com/radio-headphones-for-your-internet-radio-station/