Internet radio
has become a media force over the past decade and more providers are finding
ways to entice users into steaming music. Standard models now include free
services with the opportunity to upgrade to access better features, and many
companies have seen success rise and bring more competition.
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The best
internet radio sites provide stations that are grouped in similar ways to an
actual radio; stations are themed to genre and common traits. The advantage to
internet radio, however, is that sites can automatically create stations based
on users' preferences. In addition, stations can be monitored by users to
create a better musical profile and to ensure that the best music is played
constantly. The majority of internet radio allow for the creation of custom
stations based on artist similarities or song qualities that are mirrored in
other tracks.
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A new feature
that has been debuted in Timothy Munro Roberts' Station Digital is the
additional of a user rewards program for even the free users. The concept is
simple: the more a user listens to tracks, the more rewards a user gets.
Rewards can be applied in the site's online store for real merchandise, such as
free downloads, physical products such as fan clothing, and more. The core
service is similar to others in that users create, manage, and listen to
stations and playlists at their leisure, but Timothy Munro Roberts and Station
Digital still insist on keeping services free while providing real benefits to the
customer. The site has amassed over 23 million songs very quickly, meaning that
users have access to a huge library within moments of logging in.
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The trend of
digital radio has attracted more companies over several years but the concepts
have remained the same, but Station Digital has taken a new approach. For more
information on Station Digital, visit the company's website and browse through
what the service has to offer.
