Resonate Brings Programmatic Buying to Radio

June 16, 2026

Today’s radio broadcasters face an increasingly challenging competitive landscape. Audio competes not only with other audio platforms but with virtually every form of media imaginable for audience attention and advertising dollars. In that environment, helping broadcasters maximize audiences remains critically important, but it is no longer sufficient. Broadcasters also need tools to monetize their existing … Continue reading Resonate Brings Programmatic Buying to Radio »

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Lessons in Brand Loyalty from Some of My Favorite Bands

April 21, 2026
Pearl Jam

A friend recently forwarded me an article that was sure to get my attention: “The Death of Spotify: Why Streaming is Minutes Away From Being Obsolete” by Joel Gouveia. The jumping-off point for Gouveia is comments made by music industry titan Jimmy Iovine—co-founder of Interscope Records and Beats by Dre, among other accomplishments—in an interview … Continue reading Lessons in Brand Loyalty from Some of My Favorite Bands »

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Apple Podcasts is on Video. Will Users Notice?

February 24, 2026
Apple Podcasts

Apple announced this past week that it will introduce advanced video capabilities in its Apple Podcasts app this spring, including seamless switching between watching and listening and dynamic video ad support, and that is indeed a very big deal. But video podcasting isn’t new for Apple. Apple brought podcasts into iTunes in 2005 and supported … Continue reading Apple Podcasts is on Video. Will Users Notice? »

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Brand Lineage In American Folk: A Marketing Playbook

February 10, 2026
Todd Snider

In the music industry, “brand” is often reduced to visuals, slogans, or social metrics. However, in folk music—where authenticity is currency and storytelling is a strategy—brand is built on a deeper level. The careers of Phil Ochs, Todd Snider (who passed away at 59 late last year), and Jesse Welles offer a powerful longitudinal study … Continue reading Brand Lineage In American Folk: A Marketing Playbook »

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