Radio Dangly, a weekly Podcast mating adult-themed talk and humor with independent music, announced today it has joined BMI to further enhance the shows access to tunes by modern, cutting-edge artists. The BMI affiliation augments Radio Dangly's existing agreements with independent record labels for use of their copyrighted works.
Houston, TX (PRWEB) October 20, 2005 -- Radio Dangly, a weekly Podcast mating adult-themed talk and humor with independent music, announced today it has joined BMI to further enhance the shows access to tunes by modern, cutting-edge artists.
Podcasting is defined by Wikipedia as a method of publishing audio and video programs via the Internet that lets users subscribe to a feed of new files (usually mp3s). The technology has gained significant traction over the past year with popular software applications including Apples iTunes player incorporating Podcast subscription support.
Due to confusing licensing requirements and bloated licensing fees, many Podcasters are turning to podsafe music licensed under the Creative Commons, said Joshua Merritt, Radio Dangly founder and host. While Radio Dangly is very supportive and appreciative of podsafe musicians and publishers, we are also dedicated to pushing the envelope of the Podcasting medium by delivering in-demand music and content.
Several established independent record labels have entered into agreements with Radio Dangly waving traditional mechanical royalties in exchange for promotion. While primarily a sketch-comedy and talk-oriented show, Radio Dangly continues to network with established and emerging record companies.
Good music, like good content, can make or break a listeners experience within our target demographic, Merritt believes. Because our show contains topics that appeal largely to the young adult culture and mindset, we have chosen to embrace our listeners and deliver music commensurate with their wants and expectations.
Until recently, acquiring performing rights to music for use within a Podcast was uncharted territory, with BMI and ASCAP only recently launching licensing initiatives geared toward the growing digital format.
According to Merritt, Radio Dangly will initially limit the music used in each episode to titles represented by BMI whose copyrights are owned by the record labels he has partnered with.
The RIAA, the United States government, and music consumers worldwide will ultimately mold the future of Podcasting, Merritt said. While we await additional legislation and guidance from industry leaders and lawmakers, Podcasting must continue to evolve as a viable distribution and promotion channel for music and other digital media. Radio Dangly aims to kick start that birth in any way we can.